This month’s best new historical fiction

Don't miss the best new historical fiction from the past month, hand-picked by our editors! Don't miss this month's historical fiction picks — which include a compelling new Tudor-era tale from Philippa Gregory, a spellbinding dual-timeline novel, and more!

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	One of fall's buzziest historical novels is 'a powerful and original epic' (The New York Times) WHY IT'S READWORTHY: The Pulitzer Prize–winning author of The Orphan Master's Son returns with his first novel in 13 years To save her people from starvation, Kōrero leaves her remote island in the South Pacific and embarks on an incredible voyage "A singular achievement. Everything you can ask for in a reading experience, and, because it's Adam Johnson, a little bit more" (Stephen Graham Jones) Learn more... MEDIA MENTIONS: GET EBOOK ON: Amazon Other formats and retailers The queen of royal fiction delves into the fascinating life of Jane Boleyn WHY IT'S READWORTHY: Follow Jane — a dutiful spy and Anne Boleyn's sister — as she uses her wit and sharp observation skills to outmaneuver others in King Henry VIII's cutthroat court "Richly atmospheric, Gregory's novel delivers a riveting portrait of Jane and drama of the cunning stakes involved in trying to survive Henry's reign" (Booklist) From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Other Boleyn Girl Just named one of Time's must-read books of 2025 Learn more... MEDIA MENTIONS: GET EBOOK ON: Amazon Other formats and retailers After 40 years, John Irving returns to the world of The Cider House Rules WHY IT'S READWORTHY: At an orphanage in St. Cloud, Dr. Larch helps Esther, a young Jewish girl born in Vienna, find a family to adopt her — and transforms her life The National Book Award–winning author of A Prayer for Owen Meany and The World According to Garp delivers "[an] essential addition to his oeuvre" (Booklist starred review) "It is impossible to imagine the American — or international – literary landscape without John Irving" (Time) Learn more... MEDIA MENTIONS: GET EBOOK ON: Amazon Other formats and retailers How did a young man and a priceless book disappear as the Titanic was sinking? WHY IT'S READWORTHY: In 1912, Harry Widener vanishes amid the Titanic disaster. Decades later, Violet is working at Harvard's Harry Widener Memorial Library — and unravels the mystery of his disappearance Rave reviews from Chris Bohjalian, Allison Pataki, and Marie Benedict, who calls it "a bibliophile's page-turner" This enthralling dual-timeline novel is "an ingeniously wrought masterpiece" (New York Times bestselling author Jenna Blum) Learn more... MEDIA MENTIONS: GET EBOOK ON: Amazon Other formats and retailers 'Superb' Cold War espionage 'with echoes of le Carré, Greene, and Forsyth' (The Guardian) WHY IT'S READWORTHY: "A treat… Boyd smoothly incorporates real history into his wildly entertaining plot" (Publishers Weekly starred review) Travel writer turned spy Gabriel Dax finds himself pulled into a dangerous conspiracy stretching from Guatemala to London and West Berlin Kate Atkinson raves, "Boyd is one of my favorite authors" Learn more... MEDIA MENTIONS: GET EBOOK ON: Amazon Other formats and retailers Jodi Picoult loves this sparkling novel inspired by a forgotten true story WHY IT'S READWORTHY: While in London to help her sister, writer Cinnamon stays at the legendary Savoy — and uncovers the story of Ada Coleman, a woman bartender at the hotel during the turn of the century "Carleton beautifully pairs a lush, sophisticated setting with a heroine who is hilarious, complicated, and an absolute delight" (Fiona Davis) Fans of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo should pick this up Learn more... MEDIA MENTIONS: GET EBOOK ON: Amazon Other formats and retailers Accused of witchcraft, Helena must find the courage to fight for her life WHY IT'S READWORTHY: Targeted by a hostile priest after the death of her husband, Helena risks everything to stand up to a man determined to destroy her Set in 15th-century Austria, this captivating read is based on true events "A vivid and haunting portrait of a real-life heroine, told in beautifully immersive prose" (Emilia Hart, author of Weyward) Learn more... MEDIA MENTION: GET EBOOK ON: Amazon Other formats and retailers A misunderstood Pride and Prejudice character takes center stage WHY IT'S READWORTHY: After marrying Mr. Collins, Charlotte Lucas — Elizabeth Bennet's best friend — finds her life upended by an unexpected houseguest "An interesting and surprising look at a classic story and an often-forgotten character" (Kirkus Reviews) The perfect read to celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday! Learn more... MEDIA MENTIONS: GET EBOOK ON: Amazon Other formats and retailers Mystery, love, and murder collide at the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair WHY IT'S READWORTHY: A great fiction pick for fans of Erik Larson's The Devil in the White City When a member of their party is murdered at the legendary fair, cousins Grace and Lillie must find the culprit — before Lillie's brother takes the fall… "Murphy's intense research helps to immerse readers in the lush setting" (Library Journal starred review) Learn more... MEDIA MENTIONS: GET EBOOK ON: Amazon Other formats and retailers Witness the rise of the fierce Amazons in this gripping novel WHY IT'S READWORTHY: After years of living with her abusive husband, Otrera decides to fight back — and builds a community of powerful women that provokes both men and the gods Your next must-read if you loved Madeline Miller's Circe "Lynn is a rising star in the world of mythology-based fiction" (Booklist starred review) Learn more... 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