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Originally Posted by Michread
Thank you for the recommendations! I like to read historical fiction as well.
Some of my favorites in history that come to mind:
The Mayflower, Nathaniel Philbrick
Liar, Temptress, Soldier, Spy - Karen Abbott
George Washington’s Secret Six, Brian Kilmeade
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Another author of classic historical fiction (and non-fiction) is Morgan Llywelyn. Can't forget her! Her book Druids was the first I'd ever read in the genre. I was hooked on her writing, and on the ancient cultures of Britain. Of special interest: 1014: Brian Boru & the Battle for Ireland. This one takes you back to the Vikings. Fast forward to the 1500's and there's Grania, which (in my opinion) demonstrates the strength, integrity, and fierceness of women set out to protect and defend their families and clans from enemy forces. She was one of the first true "feminists." She is an actual historic figure in Ireland and was the head of the entire dynasty in western Ireland, and presented requests to Queen Elizabeth (I) regarding the release of her sons and half-brother in 1593.
Another of hers that I really would love to read again: Bard: The Odyssey of the Irish. Sadly it's out of print, and was never made available for download into an e-book. Some libraries might have it, I'll have to check Lady Lake's library but unfortunately this town isn't exactly known for people who love reading historical fiction unless they're "historical romance" which is a whole other genre of books that don't interest me in the least.