The year 2024 is almost at the end. It’s been a fantastic year of historical fiction so far. Historical fiction has always captivated readers with its ability to transport us to distant times and places. This year started with the promise of exceptional historical fiction that will have us sucked into the world of wartime and other disasters. And it lived up to its promise.
Top 8 Best Historical Fiction Releases of 2024
The year was full of releases of an uncountable number of historical fiction. It’s hard to narrow down which should be on the list. Nonetheless, the following books were the most anticipated release of the year 2024.
Profit, Seer, And Revelator Holy Joe by Just Judy
The most interesting thing about Just Judy’s historical fiction Profit, Seer, and Revelator Holy Joe is that this book is not only based on a true story, it’s full of adventure too. Hence this is at the top of our list.
In the book, Judy shared a true story about the founding prophet of Mormonism. The story is about Smith’s early career as a “money digger,” where he finds buried treasure with a seer stone. The book traces his religious visions and adventures that resulted in the publication of the Book of Mormon. Readers get an evenhanded and multifaceted portrayal of the adoration and tensions surrounding this pivotal figure in American religious history in this compelling adventure book in historical fiction.
Titanic Survivors Book Club by Timothy Schaffert
Everyone loves Titanic, the real cruise, and the movie. So it’s a no-brainer that this book will be loved by not only historical fiction 2024 lovers but also the people who love Titanic. Timothy Schaffert’s Titanic Survivors Book Club has shown the lives of people who survived the infamous Titanic disaster. The book is about a group of survivors. They come together to share their stories and find support in each other’s company.
This emotional exploration of trauma and survival offers a different perception of the aftermath of a catastrophic event. All your ‘What happened to the remaining survivors?’ and other questions will be answered in this historical fiction.
The Berlin Letters by Katherine Reay
Katherine Reay’s “The Berlin Letters” is a captivating novel and a must-read for all the historical fiction lovers out there. What happens when you find letters from the past that tell you about how the war has affected life afterward?
This novel intertwines the past and present through a series of letters discovered in post-war Berlin. The story beautifully shifts between the wartime experiences of a German family and a modern-day historian uncovering their secrets.
Katherine’s ability to blend historical accuracy with a compelling narrative puts this book on the list of the best historical fiction releases of 2024. Read through the letters with the historian to learn more about the tragic effects of war on families.
The Women by Kristin Hannah
Kristin Hannah never disappoints when it comes to writing the best historical fiction of all time. Just like all of her other work, she has delivered another gripping and emotionally moving story.
The Woman is a powerful exploration of friendship, love, and the lasting impacts of war. It is set during the Vietnam War. The novel follows the protagonist, a nurse named Frances McGratha, and a group of other nurses. If you’re looking for a gripping and heartfelt read, this one’s for you.
The American Queen by Vanessa Miller
This historical fiction release of 2024 is also based on a true story. Something about the stories inspired by true events makes reading more interesting.
“The American Queen” tells the tale of a group of enslaved people who escaped. They find a utopian society in the Appalachian Mountains. It sounds amazing, right? Wait till you read the book and have the roller coaster of emotions. This fascinating novel offers a unique perspective on a little-known period in American history. The characters are compelling, and the themes are thought-provoking themes.
This is why “The American Queen” is on the list of best historical fiction releases of 2024. This is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction.
The Fox Wife by Yangsze Choo
Folktales are an important part of Japanese culture. They are interesting to read as well. So, it is no surprise that Yangsze Choo’s “The Fox Wife” is a blend of Japanese folklore and detective mystery.
This captivating book is set in the early 1900s in Manchuria. The novel follows a fox spirit who is in search of the photographer she believes is responsible for her child’s death. The emotional hurt and the thirst for revenge of this fox for her child are unmatched. With its lyrical prose and intriguing plot, “The Fox Wife” should be on top of fans’ to-be-read historical fiction and fantasy list.
The New Life by Tom Crewe
“The New Life” by Tom Crewe is a thought-provoking exploration of loneliness and homosexuality in the 1890s.
This historical fiction release of 2024 follows the lives of two men, John Addington and Henry Ellis, who want to change the way society views homosexuality. They believe that educating people about the existence of homosexuality will help remove the stigma attached to it.
The book explores whether their ideals will succeed or if they will face failure when confronted with the reality of society. These characters personify that high Victorian belief that if only one could educate people, people would understand and accept.
Will they succeed in facing the wrath of the people and their beliefs? Read to find out because Tom Crewe is a true craftsman.
In The Upper Country by Kai Thomas
For a debut, Kai Thomas’s “In The Upper Country” is marvelously done. The novel is set in a free town established at the end of the Underground Railway. It explores the world of people from different communities – the Black community, the Indigenous community, and the Métis community – all seeking freedom but discovering that freedom is more complicated than it seems.
This interesting and captivating novel explores the complexities of freedom, community, and history. Thomas’s storytelling is both powerful and moving.
Conclusion
The year 2024 has been the favorite year for the reader of historical fiction genre lovers. The back-to-back releases of such a wide range of captivating stories set in various time periods have us all devouring these books without mercy.
Stories about the Titanic survivors, women during the Vietnam War, and others are just a handful of the best historical fiction releases of 2024 we have mentioned. Don’t stop your search on our account. Go and find the ones similar to or different from these that you’ll love. Dive into the world where you live adventurously and learn about history.
