The American Revolution was a defining moment in history, shaping the birth of a nation and altering the course of global events. Through historical fiction, authors have brought this tumultuous era to life, capturing the bravery, conflict, and personal struggles of those who lived through it. Here are ten novels about the American Revolution, ranging from classics to modern takes:

10 Novels About The American Revolution

1. Johnny Tremain by Esther Forbes

A young apprentice in Boston gets caught up in the revolutionary movement.

2. Drums Along the Mohawk by Walter D. Edmonds

A story of frontier life in New York during the war, focusing on settlers’ struggles against British and Native American forces.

3. Rise to Rebellion by Jeff Shaara

A detailed, character-driven novel covering the events leading up to the war.

4. The Glorious Cause by Jeff Shaara

A sequel to Rise to Rebellion, following the war from 1776 to its conclusion.

5. April Morning by Howard Fast

A coming-of-age novel set during the Battles of Lexington and Concord.

6. Outcasts of Essex by Jane Hulse

Loyalties clash at the outset of the American Revolution.

7. Chains by Laurie Halse Anderson

A gripping YA novel about an enslaved girl seeking freedom amidst the revolution.

8. The Fort by Bernard Cornwell

A lesser-known Revolutionary War battle at Penobscot Bay, told with Cornwell’s trademark realism.

9. The Tory Widow by Christine Blevins

A romance-adventure novel set in occupied New York City during the war.

10. Washington and Caesar by Christian Cameron

A unique perspective on the war, following an enslaved man who fights for the British in hopes of freedom.

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