The Best Historical Fiction Series
Do you enjoy being transported back in time, fully immersed in a world where you can experience the sights, sounds, and emotions of a different era? Historical fiction series have the power to do just that. Combining the excitement of a novel and the knowledge of history, these series bring the past to life in an entertaining and educational way. From sweeping sagas to thrilling adventures, there is a historical fiction series for every reader. This article explores the best historical fiction series, helping you discover the magic of serial historical fiction stories. So grab a cup of your favorite beverage and get ready to dive into the past with these captivating reads.
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Outlander
By far one of the best on this list, the Outlander series is a favorite among female historical fiction readers. The passionate romance between the two main characters lends a historical romance quality, but don't be fooled. This series is VERY much a historical saga, complete with drama, plots, battles, and epic twists.
Series Order:
- Outlander
- Dragonfly In Amber
- Voyager
- Drums of Autumn
- The Fiery Cross
- A Breath of Snow and Ashes
- An Echo in the Bone
- Written in My Own Heart's Blood
- Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone
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The Plantagenet/Tudor Series
Philippa Gregory's Plantagenet/Tudor series is not to be missed! Everything about this series is captivating. Atmospheric and emotional, this series will suck readers into a world unlike any other!
Series Order:
- The Lady of the Rivers
- The White Queen
- The Red Queen
- The Kingmaker's Daughter
- The White Princess
- The Constant Princess
- The King's Curse
- Three Sisters, Three Queens
- The Other Boleyn Girl
- The Boleyn Inheritance
- The Taming of the Queen
- The Queen's Fool
- The Virgin's Lover
- The Last Tudor
- The Other Queen
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Regency Vows Series
Readers looking for a laugh will not want to miss Martha Waters' Regency Vows series. As a whole, this series is one of the most fun on the list. Quips, witty retorts, and conniving characters make the Regency Vows series a fun escape.
Series Order:
- To Have and To Hoax
- To Love and To Loathe
- To Marry and To Meddle
- To Swoon and To Spar
- To Woo and to Wed
Wilderness Series
Sara Donati's Wilderness series draws readers into a family legacy set in the wilds of the New York territory. With vivid descriptions of early settlement life, this series is full of heartwarming romance, thought-provoking racial situations, and unforgettable adventures.
Series Order:
- Into the Wilderness
- Dawn on a Distant Shore
- Lake in the Clouds
- Fire Along the Sky
- Queen of Swords
- The Endless Forest
Empress of Rome Series
Though Kate Quinn is known primarily for her WWII novels, her Empress of Rome series is also a fan favorite. Quinn captures the politics and power of ancient Rome, masterfully incorporating passion and romance as only she can.
Series Order:
- Mistress of Rome
- Daughters of Rome
- Empress of the Seven Hills
- Lady of the Eternal City
Queen of Thieves Trilogy
Historical fiction readers who love unlikeable, unsavory characters should not sleep on Beezy Marsh's Queen of Thieves series. Set in London's East End, this series features women on the take, led by a series of unflinching female criminals.
Series Order:
- Queen of Thieves
- Queen of Clubs
- Queen of Diamonds
The Bronze Horseman Trilogy
Set during WWII, the Bronze Horseman trilogy highlights the harsh realities of war during the German siege of Leningrad. Featuring a forbidden love story, this historical romance has a little something for every reader.
Series Order:
- The Bronze Horseman
- Tatiana and Alexander
- The Summer Garden
Kingsbridge Series
Set in the fictional Medieval city, the Kingsbridge series features multiple timelines, main characters, and families of interest. Readers love Ken Follet's highly engaging novels, especially the vivid descriptions of life during medieval times.
Series Order:
- The Pillars of the Earth
- World Without End
- A Column of Fire
- The Evening and the Morning
- The Armor of Light
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Wolf Hall Trilogy
Unlike Philippa Gregory's Tudor series, which focuses primarily on the women of the Tudor family and court, Hilary Mantel's Wolf Hall series focuses on Thomas Cromwell's rise to power and subsequent fall from Henry VIII's grace. Widely renowned for being well-researched, this riveting series should be on every historical fiction lover's reading list.
Series Order:
- Wolf Hall
- Bring Up the Bodies
- The Mirror and The Light
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The Neopolitan Novels Series
Beloved by many, Elena Farrante's Neopolitan novels follow two best friends growing up in Naples after the Second World War, when crime and poverty plagued many Italian communities. Readers love the complex and often complicated relationships and the socio-political plotlines.
Series Order:
- My Brilliant Friend
- The Story of a New Name
- Those Who Leave and Those Who Stay
- The Story of the Lost Child
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Bridgerton Series
Regency-era London never seemed so thrilling, at least not until the Bridgerton series hit the shelves. Following the many offspring of the Bridgerton family in their quest for love and romance, this series is beloved by many.
Series Order:
- The Duke and I
- The Viscount Who Loved Me
- An Offer From A Gentleman
- Romancing Mr. Bridgerton
- To Sir Phillip, With Love
- When He Was Wicked
- It’s In His Kiss
- On The Way to the Wedding
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The Perez Family Series
Chanel Cleeton's Perez Family series tells the story of a once-powerful Cuban family trying to navigate life, love, and politics before, during, and after the Cuban revolution. Full of Cuban history and culture, this series sheds light on the devastating effects of political upheaval.
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