From a family saga starting in the Russian Revolution to, yes, some WWII-era stories, here are the 10 best new historical fiction books to check out in 2023.

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These standout novels represent the best newcomers to the literary scene this year Lizz Schumer is the senior books editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2024. Her work has ...

Travel back in time for mystery, romance, drama, and more with the best historical fiction books of all time. No time machine required!