Books Set in the 1900s-1910s
Whether you’re participating in our Decades Reading Challenge or you’ve stumbled upon this post looking for books about women’s suffrage, books about the Spanish Flu, …
Historical Fiction
Historical fiction fans will love these book lists with a wide variety of great titles spanning throughout the 20th century. If you are specifically interested in historical fiction reads set around the world, we also suggest that you take a look at our book lists organized by region.
Best WW1 Historical Fiction Novels
These WW1 historical fiction novels feature the many roles of women on the frontlines and at home during the war years.
Books Set in the 1880s and 1890s: The Gilded Age
From books about the Gilded Age in New York to fiction set in the Wild West, and from historical fiction to nonfiction, these are the best book set in the late 19th century, from 1880-1899.
Books that Span Multiple Decades
This list of multigenerational novels contains some of the best books spanning the years from 1910 to present day. There’s a lot to learn by reading expansive stories, memoirs, and novels that span decades to observe how things change over time.
Mystery Books Set in the 1920s
The best mystery books set in the 1920s. These historical fiction novels and non-fiction books all feature strong mystery storylines and are set across the world in the 1920s.
Books Set in the 1970s
From historical fiction books about the Seventies to popular books written in the 70s, these are the best books set in the 1970s.
Books Set in the 1960s
The best books set in the 1960s, including novels and historical fiction, memoirs and non-fiction, as well as important books from the 1960s written during that decade.
Books Like Outlander
Looking for books like Outlander? This list has a mix of other time travel novels and historical romances.
Books Set in the 1950s
These books set in the 1950s include fiction and non-fiction, and both classic books written in the 50s and new releases.
Books Set in the 1940s
This 1940s book list includes some great fiction reads set in WW2, but we’ve also found some fabulous books NOT set during wartime. Reading is a great escape when you’re stuck at home and any of these novels will transport you to another time AND help you check off your April book in the Book Girls’ Guide Decades challenge!
WW2 Historical Fiction – The Resistance & Other Helpers
There are many highly rated WW2 books, but this list focuses on WW2 historical fiction with stories about those who helped to hide, feed, and protect others throughout World War II.
Book Set in the 1930s
A list of the best books set in the 1930s, including classic literature, historical fiction novels, and non-fiction reads about some of the most fascinating events of the decade.
Books Set in the 1920s
This great selection of historical fiction books set in the 1920s includes classic novels originally published in the 1920s, plus highly rated new non-fiction and fiction books set in the 1920s.
Books Like City of Girls
From historical fiction about woman in New York to other novels of woman in their 90s looking back on their lives, we’ve compiled ten of the best books like City of Girls!
The Best Books for Fans of The Crown
The Best Books for Fans of The Crown! Fans of the Netflix series will love these non-fiction reads about the British Royal Family and these historical fiction novels about the House of Windsor.
Books Like The Nightingale
The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah is an unforgettable historical fiction novel about the experience of two sisters in France during World War II. It blends …
Books that Transport You to Another Time or Place
One of our favorite aspects of reading is that it can provide a mental break from the real world. Escaping into a different setting, whether …