7 Must-Read Historical Novels
- BOOK LISTS, BOOKS & HISTORY
- April 25, 2025
These 10 must-read books about fathers feature men who exemplify the best—and sometimes the worst—aspects of being a dad. Explore the complicated duties and responsibilities of fatherhood with these books about fathers. 1. One Last Thing Before I Go by Jonathan Tropper “’Mistakes have been made.’ Drew Silver has begun to accept that life isn’t
READ MOREThese 10 must-read books set in Maryland include bestselling novels, unputdownable mysteries, and important nonfiction selections. Take a trip to the Old Line State with these books that take place in Maryland. 1. The Accidental Tourist by Anne Tyler “Travel writer Macon Leary hates travel, adventure, surprises, and anything outside of his routine. Immobilized by
READ MOREThese 10 must-read books set in Maine feature national bestsellers, Pulitzer Prize winning fiction, and a variety of books by America’s favorite horror writer. Take a trip to the Pine Tree State with these books that take place in Maine. 1. Olive Kitteridge and Olive, Again by Elizabeth Strout “At times stern, at other times
READ MOREThese 10 must-read books set in Louisiana prove the Creole State’s famous Bourbon Street in New Orleans and annual Mardi Gras celebrations are not the only thing in which to revel; Louisiana is home to amazing fiction and nonfiction. Take a trip to the Bayou State with these books that take place in Louisiana. 1.
READ MOREThese 10 must-read books for music lovers feature record stores and record labels, rock stars, band members, singers, songs and songwriters, musical instruments, live performances, mix tapes, and the ups and downs of rock ‘n’ roll lifestyles. Get ready to update your playlist and rock out with these top 10 novels and memoirs that every
READ MOREThese 10 must-read books set in Kentucky include important historical novels, unputdownable fiction, Appalachian poetry, and, surprisingly, a book that inspired Rambo. Take a trip to the Bluegrass State with these books that take place in Kentucky. 1. The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson “Inspired by the true blue-skinned people of
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