7 Historical Fiction Books That Shed Light On History's Darkest Secrets
Historical novels provide a different view through which readers may explore significant and deepest secrets of human history. These fiction novels offer deep insights into the complications and human experiences behind every event. Here are 7 historical fiction books that delve into dark chapters of history.
Historical novels provide a different view through which readers may explore significant and deepest secrets of human history. These fiction novels offer deep insights into the complications and human experiences behind every event. Here are 7 historical fiction books that delve into dark chapters of history.
The Orphan Master’s Son by Adam Johnson
This novel explores the life of a North Korean orphan who becomes embroiled in the country's oppressive regime. The Orphan Master delves into the dark secrets of North Korea's totalitarian government. It sheds light on the existence of forced labor camps where prisoners are subjected to brutal conditions and starvation.
The Night Watch by Sarah Waters
All The Lights We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr
This is a Pulitzer Prize-winning novel set at the time of World War II. It tells the story of a blind French girl named Marie-Laure and a German boy named Werner whose paths interconnect in the devastation. All The Lights We Cannot See showcases the exploitation of technology and science in the development of mines.
The Tattooist Of Auschwitz by Heather Morris
This is a historical fiction novel based on the true story of Lale Sokolov who became the tattooist at Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp. Heather Morris explores the cruel treatment of prisoners and showcases the resilience who formed secret relationships, traded goods and found a way to survive.
The Song Of Achilles by Madeline Miller
The fictional novel is depicted as a one-dimensional hero by exploring his vulnerabilities and emotions. The Song Of Achilles This novel highlights the importance of Patroclus in Achillie's life, the challenging portrayal of Patroclus. The book explores the complex relationships between mortals and gods in ancient Greek mythology.