'The Mummy Case' by Elizabeth Peters is also a great start. It has elements of mystery and adventure set in the backdrop of ancient Egypt. The characters are well - developed and it can draw you into the story quickly.
A good choice for beginners is 'The Heretic Queen' by Michelle Moran. It's easy to read and provides a great introduction to the world of ancient Egypt. The story is engaging and not too complex.
For those new to Egypt historical fiction, 'River God' by Wilbur Smith is worth considering. It gives a broad view of ancient Egypt, from the lives of the common people to the power struggles of the pharaohs. The writing is vivid and makes the ancient world come alive.
For beginners, 'The Egyptian' is a great start. It's easy to read and gives a broad view of ancient Egypt.
Another great one for beginners is 'The Bronze Bow' which also has a connection to the time of Jesus. It shows life in that era in a way that's accessible to new readers of historical fiction. The characters are relatable and the story is full of adventure.
A good starting point could be 'The Egyptian' by Mika Waltari. It has a very engaging story that is easy to follow and gives a broad overview of ancient Egyptian life.
For beginners, 'The Little Prince' by Antoine de Saint - Exupéry is a great start. Although it has elements of fantasy, it also reflects on human nature and society in a simple yet profound way. It was written in French and has become a beloved classic worldwide.
I would also recommend 'Cleopatra's Daughter' by Michelle Moran. It tells the story from the perspective of Cleopatra's daughter. It shows how her life was affected by the fall of her mother's kingdom and how she had to navigate in a world that was changing rapidly due to the Roman influence. The descriptions of the Egyptian and Roman cultures are well - done.
Charlotte's Web' by E.B. White is also suitable for beginners. It's a heartwarming story about a pig named Wilbur and his friendship with a spider named Charlotte. The language is easy to understand and the story is full of love and kindness.
'I, Claudius' by Robert Graves is also suitable. It gives an insider's view of the Roman Empire, with a focus on the life of Claudius. The writing is accessible and it's full of interesting historical details and political drama.
For beginners, 'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas' would be a great choice. It's a relatively short and easy - to - understand story set during the Holocaust. The audiobook is well - narrated and can introduce you to the world of historical fiction in a very accessible way.
A great beginner's alien fiction book is 'Journey to the Center of the Earth' by Jules Verne. It has strange prehistoric creatures that can be thought of as a form of alien life in the underground world. 'Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea' by the same author also has the Nautilus and its captain Nemo, who could be considered an 'alien' in a sense. And 'The Invisible Man' by H.G. Wells, although not about traditional aliens, has a character with strange abilities that can be a start to understanding different forms of 'otherness' in fiction.
For a more light - hearted option, 'Space Case' by Stuart Gibbs is good for beginners. It's a mystery set on a moon base with a young protagonist. It's fun and easy to read.