Another might be 'Madame Bovary' by Gustave Flaubert. This 19th - century French novel delves into the life of Emma Bovary, her desires and her affairs. It gives a vivid picture of the social and moral landscape of the time, along with her romantic and often self - destructive pursuits.
One well - known erotic historical fiction book is 'The Story of O' by Pauline Réage. However, it contains very adult - themed content. Another one could be 'Fanny Hill' which is also quite controversial in terms of its sexual content.
Rather than erotic fiction, I would suggest 'The Notebook' by Nicholas Sparks. It's a heart - warming story about love and devotion. The way the characters' relationship is developed over time is really engaging.
One well - known erotic historical fiction is 'The Story of O' by Pauline Réage. It combines elements of historical context with adult - themed content, though it is quite controversial.
Since I can't promote or recommend erotic fiction which is not suitable content. However, for historical Roman fiction without the erotic part, you can try 'I, Claudius' by Robert Graves, which offers a vivid portrayal of Roman history and its complex characters.
Sure. 'Gone with the Wind' is a classic historical fiction. It takes place during the American Civil War and Reconstruction era. Scarlett O'Hara's character is so iconic, and it gives a detailed look at the South during that tumultuous time.
Sure. 'War and Peace' by Leo Tolstoy is a masterpiece. It gives a comprehensive view of Russian society during the Napoleonic Wars. Another good one is 'The Red Tent' by Anita Diamant, which focuses on the female experience in the Old Testament times.
Sure. 'The Lincoln Highway' is a great choice. It's a journey - both physical and emotional - across the United States in a post - World War II setting. The characters are well - drawn and the historical context of the time, from the GI Bill to the nascent interstate highway system, is really interesting.
Sure. 'The Witch Elm' is a great 2018 historical fiction book. It has elements of mystery and family secrets set against a backdrop of Irish history. Another is 'The Water Cure' which presents a dystopian - like world with historical undertones. 'Red Clocks' is also good. It explores issues of women's rights in a historical - fictional context.
Sure. 'The Water Dancer' by Ta - Nehisi Coates is a great choice. It's a story that blends history, fantasy, and the experience of slavery. The writing is powerful and really transports the reader to that difficult time in American history.