Can someone refer me to an excellent historical fiction author other than James Michener?
I love love love James Micheners books. But alas I need to lay those books down and discover other historcial fiction authors. Please help me find new authors that mix historical information throughout their fictional accounts as Michener did.
- BellaDonnaRev
Tags: Fiction Authors, Fictional Accounts, Historical Fiction, Historical Information, New Authors
April 6th, 2009 at 9:37 pm
Naguib Mahfouz is one of my favorites and fits what you are seeking.
April 8th, 2009 at 3:25 am
Jean Plaidy or Philippa Gregory
April 11th, 2009 at 2:24 pm
Interestingly enough, Louis L’Amour writes some very good historical fiction novels, one that comes to mind is “The Walking Drum.”
Even his Sackett novels are set in an historical background.
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April 14th, 2009 at 10:55 am
I’m currently reading an excellent book called Aztec Blood by Gary Jennings which is historical and I highly recommend. Also Philippa Gregory is good if you enjoy British historicals.
April 15th, 2009 at 11:36 pm
Try Rutherford, first name Edward or Edmund - among his books are sarum (about salisbury, England), London, Moscow, another about the great forest of Britain (sorry, I can’t think of the name) and he has done two or three about the Princes of Ireland.
Like Michener, he takes a place, starts in early history and follows families and events up to the present day.
Wonderful story teller. If you like Michener, trust me - you will say thank you.
April 15th, 2009 at 11:41 pm
Absolutely….do consider trying Bernard Cornwell…first link below…
or Edward Rutherford…second link below….
or Ken Follett…third link below…
none of the three will disappoint you..I promise! However, Rutherford is the most like to Micheners style
April 17th, 2009 at 1:42 pm
I definitely recommend Leon Uris. His standout novels include _Exodus_, _Mila 18_, _Trinity_, and _Topaz_.
April 20th, 2009 at 9:15 am
I too loved Michener my whole life. If you love his works, let me recomend these fine writers (in no particular order):
John Jakes (Kent Family Saga, etc — a personal favorite)
James Cavell (Shogun, King Rat,etc)
Bernard Cornwell (The Sharpe series, the Warlord Chronicles).
James Reasoner (The Civil War Series — awesome!!)
I think these will keep you in historical reading heaven for many moons to come. I’ve read everything I’m recommending to you, so you can be confident it comes from someone who appreciates Michener, and people like him, as much as you. Cheers, and happy reading.
April 22nd, 2009 at 1:31 am
Edward Rutherfurd, of course, comes to mind. I actually prefer him to Michener. I also love Eugenia Price.
April 25th, 2009 at 10:56 am
John Jakes. W.E.B.Griffin.
April 26th, 2009 at 5:28 pm
Bernard Cornewll is great. I have read several books from several different series. He writes in all kinds of periods: U.S. Civil War, Early Enlish (1080 AD or so) 1800’s Europe. Mostly war period books, with a little bit graphic depictions of battle scenes, but the character development is great.
April 29th, 2009 at 1:28 pm
alex haley has some pretty good books out about the deep south,that provides history with romance and adventure.