The best world war ii novels of the last decade booklist. Others, my son read on his own although i read them too. Spies, ciphers, and guerrillas, 19391945, by max hastings. Below is a list of some of the best historical fiction novels that have been written about world war ii. Many types of fiction have involved events in the world war ii time period. Then, we were still able to discuss the historical novels together. World war iiteen fiction, historical fiction teen fiction. Not to be confused with another novel with a similar name, this book is amazing, enriching, and well worth a read. Novels of world war ii audiobooks listen to the full series. The great escape by paul brickhill the great escapes of world war ii by gerge sullivan the great escape from. All the light we cannot see by anthony doerr, the book thief by markus zusak, lilac girls by martha hall kelly, we. Weve compiled a selection of some of the best novels and fictional books about the second world war, inspired by the tumultuous years of conflict in europe and beyond.
Six novels that get to the truth of world war i the. The top 12 historical fiction books set during world war. The top 12 historical fiction books set during world war ii she reads. The alice network is a mustread novel in this particular genre. While corrie ten boom illustrates finding the joy within any trial, elie wiesels story is a heartwrenching account that really shows no mercy.
This list is a chronological collection of significant events from such fiction. Pamela jenoff, kate quinn and other authors talk about how they find inspiration for their novels. A few of the books on rachels list are also on mine, but there are others that i still want to read. Novels bring world war ii to life for a new generation by alexandra alter june, 2016 historical fiction is having a renaissance, and publishers of youngadult novels say. Of all the wwii historical fiction often recommended to me, this is the one that everyone seems to be raving about. Check out the 10 most consequential events of world war ii and 15 good books about the holocaust, including both fiction and nonfiction. Often times, historical fiction books capture the mood of an era just as deftly as their nonfiction counterpartsand the following novels are no exception. Fiction the battle of the atlantic in world war ii.
Novels bring world war ii to life for a new generation. World war ii gave rise to a new boom in contemporary war novels. World war ii historical fiction, historical fiction, books barnes. Some of these books are fictional stories about world war ii based on events that really happened. Written by aj sidransky world war ii and the excesses of the nazi regime have provided endless inspiration for crime and thriller writers. Listing the 10 best novels about world war ii, plus two dozen others. Sep 10, 2018 this list of engaging novels about world war ii is sponsored by the dutch wife by ellen keith from park row books. Top 10 world war ii novels never enough novels this list is actually from last week, but i wanted to include it this week as a companion to my historical fiction list. Readers cant get enough world war ii fiction, and authors. The best historical fiction books about world war ii. Science fiction and fantasy writers love to twist real history into alternate history and explore stories that might have been. The german girl by armando lucas correaa deeply affecting novel.
Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers. Below youll find two lists, with the 10 best novels about world war ii listed first. We listened to the entire audible version in one afternoon. Nov 07, 2018 5 top nonfiction books about world war ii the secret war. The eminent british historian max hastings undercuts the many popular treatments of espionage during world war ii with a sober revisionist survey. Best childrens books about world war ii 19391945 253. Many of these works are key examples of the war novel genre. If you teach a unit on ww ii, consider pairing one of these titles with your textbook or a nonfiction account to bring in a new perspective. Readers cant get enough world war ii fiction, and authors are. Oct 22, 2015 trouble is the engine of fiction, and a novel set during world war ii has the advantage of plenty of trouble. Before it is posted however, i want to pay my respect to world war ii novels and the writers who tell the stories of the terrible tragedy that was the holocaust.
Herman wouks boldly dramatic, brilliantly entertaining novel of. Historical fiction set during world war ii penguin random house. Houston chroniclebefore grand master elmore leonard earned. Thats not to say i dont enjoy a good yarn that engages alternative history, by the way, just that this list was meant to show good literature fiction or nonfiction about the war itself and geared toward young readers. We asked four authors with 2019 novels about how they found a fresh approach to this wellread. While i love good world war 2 novels, world war 2 nonfiction books fully illustrate the depth of the holocaust. New world war ii fiction written from a fresh perspective by a new author. World war ii historical fiction, historical fiction, books. Nov 09, 2018 american readers may be familiar with all quiet on the western front, by german army veteran erich maria remarque, and ernest hemingways a farewell to arms, two world war i novels. These novels set during the wwii era are some of the most inspiring, heartbreaking, and powerful reads you will ever encounter and each of them gives us a new perspective on the time. The best world war ii novels of the last decade booklist queen. Home books 60 books about world war ii anthony doers 2014 pulitzer prizewinning novel all the light we cannot see proved that literature about world war ii continues to fascinate readers. The instant new york times bestseller from chris cleavethe unforgettable novel about three lives entangled during world war ii, told with dazzling prose, sharp english wit, and compassiona powerful portrait of wars effects on those who fight and those left. By turns disturbing and heroic, they represent some of the greatest works of world war ii literature, offering a multicultural perspective of the deadliest conflict in human history.
Mar 22, 2019 the action in many of the novels by furst and kerr takes place either before or after the war and do not appear on this list. Here are 12 historical fiction books set during world war ii that are true standouts in the genre. May 24, 2019 readers cant get enough world war ii fiction, and authors are happy to keep the books coming. Tailend charlie is an accessible book with a high visual appeal and a great way of hooking in younger or more reluctant readers. A tetralogy described as quite simply, the best fictional treatment of war in the history of the novel. Rev up your mindand your pulsewith these actionpacked novels set during world war ii. Novels bring world war ii to life for a new generation the. Here are 18 world war 2 books to add to your shelf. A mesmerizing reimagination of the final months of world war ii kate quinn, author of the alice network, hannahs war is an unforgettable love story about an exceptional woman and the dangerous power of her greatest discovery.
There is no other world war 2 novel that comes anywhere close to it in terms of the twisted mindset that underpinned the war in europe. Check out these 12 amazing novels about world war 2. World war 2 was the most widespread war in history and was marked by the deaths of millions of civilians due to the use of nuclear weapons and the holocaust. Historical fiction set during world war ii penguin. The top 10 world war 2 books of all time booklist queen. Fantastic books about women living through the second world war. This list may not reflect recent changes learn more. Jun, 2016 novels bring world war ii to life for a new generation by alexandra alter june, 2016 historical fiction is having a renaissance, and publishers of youngadult novels say they are seeing special. When their spy plane crashes in nazioccupied france, pilot maddie. These recommendations for books about world war ii will keep your history lover going for a while. Weve compiled some of the best novels that take place during world war ii set all around the world, from london to shanghai.
I have a large interest in world war ii historical fiction. Some of the best thriller fiction comes from the war. Fiction the most advanced nuclear sub in history, the uss cushing carries more explosive power than all the munitions used in two world wars. World war ii brave women fiction by adiva geffen 4. Fiction meets non fiction in this exciting retelling of experiences from an raf air gunner during world war ii, presented in a comic book style. There is a huge array of books focusing on the conflict, the struggles of the military and ordinary people, the key moments, and many more subjects. A ww2 historical novel, based on a true story of a jewish holocaust survivor world war ii brave women fiction book 2 of 3.
The top 12 historical fiction books set during world war ii. Here are ten of our favorites, twisting the biggest historical event of the last century. Discover book depositorys huge selection of world war 2 fiction novels online. I love great historical novels, so i was looking forward to this book set at the cusp of world war ii, but i wasnt expecting it to be so good, or so impactful. World war iiholocaust historical fiction book picks. You might also be interested in my post, 5 top nonfiction books about world war ii plus many runnersup and 20 most enlightening historical novels plus dozens of runnersup. The best novels set in world war two pan macmillan.
In the bestselling tradition of the nightingale and lilac girls comes a sweeping story of love and survival during world war ii. Set during world war ii in germany, markus zusaks groundbreaking new novel is the story of liesel meminger, a foster girl living outside of. Delivering belly laughs and heartstopping action in equal measure, this third installment of the mabel jones saga is an excellent family readaloud. Discover the best historical world war ii fiction in best sellers. Weve rounded up of the best world war ii novels to date. Even though these books are works of fiction, they reflect the lives, emotions, and ultimately, the humanity of the people who lived through that turbulent era.
Nov 23, 2017 please like if you enjoyed this video and click here to subscribe s. On this page youll find some really brilliant world war two books for kids and teenagers. The best historical fiction books about world war ii you. Two are non fiction books written by people who lived through the events they describe. Soldiers, spies, diplomats, refugees, commandos, secret police, prisoners of war. On this list youll find historical fiction to give context for the time period and convey what it really felt like for fighters on the front lines, kids and families back home, and jews in hiding. From actionpacked eyewitness accounts such as guadalcanal diary to devastating holocaust memoirs like the diary of anne frank and night to the thrilling espionage tale of operation mincemeat, world war ii is the subject of some of the most fascinating and influential nonfiction books ever written each year, seemingly dozens of new titles emerge to offer fresh perspectives and uncover. Twenty and ten by claire huchet bishop and janet joly is a short book. Jun 25, 2018 this book highlights the atrocities committed by stalin during world war 2, which rival those of the germans towards the jews during the same time period. Both books available on kindle and part of the apocalypse now series. Trapped in the noo world, mabel jones is determined to make the most of her time in this strange future run by animals. By grace srinivasiah although the world war ii ended over 70 years ago, the infamy of the conflict continues to inspire some of the most captivating and intricate thrillers in literature. P w singer and august cole choose the best books on world war iii. By downloading libby to your smartphone, you can access thousands of ebooks and audiobooks from your library for free anytime and anywhere.
Specifically world war ii stories and, come to think of it, tales from the. Pages in category world war ii novels the following 200 pages are in this category, out of approximately 441 total. All the light we cannot see by anthony doerr, the huntress by kate quinn, the tattooist of auschwitz by. Apr 19, 2018 discover book depositorys huge selection of world war 2 fiction novels online. While the entire genre is booming, novels set during world war ii are particularly popular. This list of engaging novels about world war ii is sponsored by the dutch wife by ellen keith from park row books. War intensifies everythingvillains, heroes, matters of the heartwhich makes historical fiction particularly absorbing. A wild ride through cuba during the spanishamerican war. Now, the rising tide begins a staggering work of fiction bound to be a new generations most poignant chronicle of world war ii. Luck by jack higginsfact and fiction about the mafia and the wwii.
Incidentally, the book thief was originally written for adults. Best novels about world war 2 list of wwii fiction books. Ww2 books can be novels that focus on the war itself as the central story, or they can feature the war tangentially, as a force that impacts the lives of its main characters. From sweeping love stories to family sagas, discover the historical fiction novel that takes. World war ii historical fiction books hachette book group. It includes events that were set in world war ii but have never occurred. Its the novel by which all other world war ii historical fiction books are measured against, honestly.
Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon kindle store best sellers. Miami heraldnot only his finest novel but one that transcends the limits of its genre and is worthy of being evaluated as literary fiction. Apr 10, 2019 though it may be a popular genre, only a select few historical fiction books about world war ii truly capture the nuance and danger of that period of time in our worlds history. This might have something to do with the fact that i was born thenin fact, about six months before the usa entered the war. A modern master of the historical novel, jeff shaara has painted brilliant depictions of the revolutionary war, the civil war, and world war i.
Two of americas leading defence experts, p w singer and august cole, turned to science fiction to explore the prospect of a future war, and how existing technology might be used in one. The novels chronicles the life of the last tory, a wealthy and brilliant government statistician serving in the british army during world war one. I love great historical novels, so i was looking forward to this book set at the cusp of world war. The last signs of dutch resistance are being swept away. Immerse yourself in stories during one of the most turbulent times in history. Unlike world war i novels, a europeandominated genre, world war ii novels were produced in the greatest numbers by american writers, who made war in the air, on the sea, and in key theatres such as the pacific ocean and asia integral to the war novel. Sunhee and her brother are forced to learn japanese in school and give up traces of their korean heritage and culture. World war ii books for kids these books will help kids understand the events of one of the most interesting periods of modern history. Ryans first novel represents the sunnier side of world war ii fiction, where women stand up for one another, frolic with whatever stray men are still about dashing, flatfooted and otherwise. World war ii books often focus on the events that unfolded in europe, but this story provides an important portrait of the life of a young girl in japaneseoccupied korea. Find out what wwii historical fiction our readers have recommended to us. Discover the best world war ii historical fiction in best sellers. Feb 26, 2018 this post on world war ii books is sponsored by libby.