Monday, May 25, 2020

Top Ten Tuesday: Why I Love Historical Fiction

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I forgot to do this topic last week, so here I am, on time as usual haha!

1. The setting. Historical fiction is truly a chance to travel the world. A lot of my favorites actually take place in California/other pretty famous locations in the US, but each author points out incredibly new things to learn, so no setting really gets boring!
2. The culture. Most historical fiction novels are so rich in diversity. Plus, each ethnic culture comes with their own cuisine, so that's fun XD.
3. The perspectives. Getting to view the past through a lens of someone living through it is exciting!
4. The outfits + activities. Wild tea parties. Carriage rides. Victorian gowns. Me like.

Some of my favorites include:
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One of my favorites of all time. Info.
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One of my first historical, powerful reads. Based on a true story. Info.
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Featuring Gretchen, Adolf Hitler's niece (if he had one). Info.
Do you enjoy historical fiction? What's your TTT? Let me know below!

36 comments:

  1. Histfic is my very favorite genre!!! I’m happy to share the love!

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  2. I love a good historical fiction. Vengeance Road was good. :)

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  3. I did my list last week on Historical Fiction as well. It's such a broad genre though. We don't have any books on our lists in common, and I haven't even read any of them.

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    1. True - perhaps that's the beauty of the genre, there's always so much to explore!

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  4. All of these books look very interesting.

    My TTT .

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  5. I love historical fiction, I studied history at Uni, so I love seeing how writers interpret different historical events!
    My TTT: https://jjbookblog.wordpress.com/2020/05/26/top-ten-tuesday-265/

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    1. Wow, that's so cool! Though the inaccuracies must get annoying, haha.

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  6. As a lover of history, this genre has always been one of my favorites. The novel I featured last week is historical fiction. Nice covers on all theses. Thanks for sharing.

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    1. HistFic covers tend to be so gorgeous! Glad you enjoy the genre, and thanks for stopping by!

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  7. I've wanted to read Under a Painted Sky. But there are just so many dang books to choose from all the time. Ha! Thanks for visiting my blog.

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    1. Anne you are so right!!!

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    2. Hope you get to read Under a Painted Sky soon!

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  8. I loved your post!! It is always fun to read about books!! That's what my blog is. Book reviews, fashion, life, and food. If you want to check it out and follow me I would love your support. https://whisperingbutterfly.blogspot.com/

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    1. Aw thanks! I'll definitely check out your blog soon :))

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  9. I don't read a lot of straight-forward historical fiction, but do enjoy it when I do pick it up.

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    1. That's great! I know the genre isn't for everyone, so I'm glad you're able to enjoy some books from it :)

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  10. Historical fiction is a great genre. There's so much to learn and love about it.

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  11. I love historical fiction, too! I've actually read all of these books but one and enjoyed them all. Great minds think alike :)

    Happy TTT!

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    1. Haha yes, these were definitely some of the best I've read! Glad you enjoyed these as well!!

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  12. Vengeance Road and Walk the Earth a Stranger are a couple of my favorites. Great list!

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  13. Historical fiction really brings history to life. Here's my TTT!

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    1. It really does! I'm not even much of a history person but books can really change your perspective! Thanks for stopping by!

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  14. You're right, those are definite benefits to historical fiction. It's not a genre I always enjoy, but I making a concerted effort to try more.

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    1. That's great! I'd have to say I feel the same way about classics; it's hard to pick one up sometimes but I know that if I read the whole way through I'll enjoy it!

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  15. Honestly, who wouldn't love a wild tea party? :)

    Here is our Top Ten Tuesday.

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  16. I love historical fiction, too. Great list.

    Here is our Top Ten Tuesday. Thanks for stopping by earlier.

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  17. I totally understand what you mean about enjoying historical fiction because of the perspective it can provide. I've not read any of the books you listed, but I'm always on the lookout for historical fiction—I'll have to look into them!

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  18. I don't read much historical fiction, but I am curious about your last pick. It sounds SO interesting and I've had it on my shelf for WAY too long. :) Thanks for visiting Finding Wonderland this week.

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    1. Ooh yes the last pick is really well done, I highly recommend it!

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