Task #7: Read a historical fiction novel not set in WWII

[Emerging]

Dogdaysinaz wrote: "I read Simon the Fiddler (1865, end of Civil War) for this prompt.


I've seen several books in this thread that I have read or will be reading this year. I al..."
A bit off-topic, but how do you insert the images of the covers? Thanks!

[Pamrev]

I'm reading the Wolf Hall trilogy by Hilary Mantel, which will knock out three tasks for this year's challenge. For this task (#7), I'll read the second book Bring Up the Bodies. For task #16 (door stopper) I'll read the first one, Wolf Hall. Finally I'll read the last book for task #9 (last book in a series) The Mirror & the Light. I'm on the first book now.

[Bonnie G.]

Pam wrote: "I'm reading the Wolf Hall trilogy by Hilary Mantel, which will knock out three tasks for this year's challenge. For this task (#7), I'll read the second book Bring Up the Bodies. Fo..."

This series is SO good. Have fun!

[Milena]

I am also reading the last two of Wolf Hall for the challenge. I read the first one years ago.

[Hope]

I'm reading The Nickel Boys for this prompt.

[Pamrev]

Bonnie G. wrote: "Pam wrote: "I'm reading the Wolf Hall trilogy by Hilary Mantel, which will knock out three tasks for this year's challenge. For this task (#7), I'll read the second book [book:Bring Up the Bodies|1..."

Bonnie G. wrote: "Pam wrote: "I'm reading the Wolf Hall trilogy by Hilary Mantel, which will knock out three tasks for this year's challenge. For this task (#7), I'll read the second book [book:Bring Up the Bodies|1..."

Enjoying it so far!

[James]

The Bridge on the Drina by Ivo Andrić was my choice for this challenge, as I'm also trying to read Nobel Laureates these days. This was set on the border between Bosnia and Serbia from the 16th century to the start of World War I.

Serbs, Turks, Sephardic Jews and Roma live alongside each other beside a bridge built by an Ottoman Grand Vizier. Sometimes it's peaceful, and often it's not. There are some gruesome scenes of violence, one of which will haunt you, but this was definitely worth reading.

It helps to know a little about Ottoman and Balkan history, and the introduction gives a broad overview.

[Reade]

Would Circe count?

[Bonnie G.]

Reade wrote: "Would Circe count?"

Circe is based on myth, there is no factual historical component/backdrop.

[Reade]

Bonnie G. wrote: "Reade wrote: "Would Circe count?"

Circe is based on myth, there is no factual historical component/backdrop."

Thank you!!

[Deb]

Would this fit? Florence Adler Swims Forever
The book takes place in the 1930's and while there is mention of the plight of the jews in Germany at the time war has not yet begun and the real focus of the story is the life of a few people in New Jersey dealing with a family situation. It is based on a true story, but has been fictionalized.

[Virginia]

Emerging wrote: "Dogdaysinaz wrote: "I read Simon the Fiddler (1865, end of Civil War) for this prompt.


I've seen several books in this thread that I have read or will be rea..."

To insert the image, you should see "add book/author" above your comment box. It defaults to link, but you can switch to cover. I don't think this works on the app, just on PC.

[Bonnie G.]

For anyone still looking for something to complete this challenge I am currently reading Mason & Dixon which is amazing and also very very long and challenging but i also read these (many of which would work as double dippers)

The Paying Guests 2-stars
The Water Dancer 3-stars
The Mirror & the Light 5-stars
The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires 5-stars
Off Course 4-star
Rodham 5-star
American Studies 5-stars
The Vanishing Half 4-stars