Readworthy by BookBub This Month’s Best New Historical Fiction ---------------------------------- The Wayfinder by Adam Johnson One of fall’s buzziest historical novels is ‘a powerful and original epic’ (<i>The New York Times</i>) - The Pulitzer Prize–winning author of <i>The Orphan Master’s Son</i> returns with his first novel in 13 years - To save her people from starvation, Kōrero leaves her remote island in the South Pacific and embarks on an incredible voyage - “A singular achievement. Everything you can ask for in a reading experience, and, because it’s Adam Johnson, a little bit more” (Stephen Graham Jones) Media Praise: NPR, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, People, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, BookPage, Literary Hub Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/5453?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/the-wayfinder-by-adam-johnson?grant... Boleyn Traitor by Philippa Gregory The queen of royal fiction delves into the fascinating life of Jane Boleyn - Follow Jane — a dutiful spy and Anne Boleyn’s sister — as she uses her wit and sharp observation skills to outmaneuver others in King Henry VIII’s cutthroat court - “Richly atmospheric, Gregory’s novel delivers a riveting portrait of Jane and drama of the cunning stakes involved in trying to survive Henry’s reign” (<i>Booklist</i>) - From the #1 <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of <i>The Other Boleyn Girl</i> - Just named one of <i>Time</i>’s must-read books of 2025 Media Praise: Time Magazine, Entertainment Weekly, People, The Washington Post, The Times, Paste, Library Journal, Booklist Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/5429?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/boleyn-traitor-by-philippa-gregory?... Queen Esther by John Irving After 40 years, John Irving returns to the world of <i>The Cider House Rules</i> - At an orphanage in St. Cloud, Dr. Larch helps Esther, a young Jewish girl born in Vienna, find a family to adopt her — and transforms her life - The National Book Award–winning author of <i>A Prayer for Owen Meany</i> and <i>The World According to Garp</i> delivers “[an] essential addition to his oeuvre” (<i>Booklist</i> starred review) - “It is impossible to imagine the American — or international – literary landscape without John Irving” (<i>Time</i>) Media Praise: NPR, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, The Guardian, The Times, The Boston Globe, Publishers Weekly, Booklist Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/5452?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/queen-esther-by-john-irving-2025-02... The Missing Pages by Alyson Richman How did a young man and a priceless book disappear as the <i>Titanic</i> was sinking? - In 1912, Harry Widener vanishes amid the <i>Titanic</i> disaster. Decades later, Violet is working at Harvard’s Harry Widener Memorial Library — and unravels the mystery of his disappearance - Rave reviews from Chris Bohjalian, Allison Pataki, and Marie Benedict, who calls it “a bibliophile’s page-turner” - This enthralling dual-timeline novel is “an ingeniously wrought masterpiece” (<i>New York Times</i> bestselling author Jenna Blum) Media Praise: People, Library Reads, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/5454?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/the-missing-pages-by-alyson-richman... The Predicament by William Boyd ‘Superb’ Cold War espionage ‘with echoes of le Carré, Greene, and Forsyth’ (<i>The Guardian</i>) - “A treat… Boyd smoothly incorporates real history into his wildly entertaining plot” (<i>Publishers Weekly</i> starred review</i>) - Travel writer turned spy Gabriel Dax finds himself pulled into a dangerous conspiracy stretching from Guatemala to London and West Berlin - Kate Atkinson raves, “Boyd is one of my favorite authors” Media Praise: NPR, Financial Times, The Guardian, The Times, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/5716?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/the-predicament-by-william-boyd-202... Last Call at the Savoy by Brisa Carleton Jodi Picoult loves this sparkling novel inspired by a forgotten true story - While in London to help her sister, writer Cinnamon stays at the legendary Savoy — and uncovers the story of Ada Coleman, a woman bartender at the hotel during the turn of the century - “Carleton beautifully pairs a lush, sophisticated setting with a heroine who is hilarious, complicated, and an absolute delight” (Fiona Davis) - Fans of <i>The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo</i> should pick this up Media Praise: People, Publishers Weekly Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/5458?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/last-call-at-the-savoy-by-brisa-car... The Last Witch by C.J. Cooke Accused of witchcraft, Helena must find the courage to fight for her life - Targeted by a hostile priest after the death of her husband, Helena risks everything to stand up to a man determined to destroy her - Set in 15th-century Austria, this captivating read is based on true events - “A vivid and haunting portrait of a real-life heroine, told in beautifully immersive prose” (Emilia Hart, author of <i>Weyward</i>) Media Praise: The Times Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/5556?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/the-last-witch-by-c-j-cooke-2025-05... Introducing Mrs. Collins by Rachel Parris A misunderstood <i>Pride and Prejudice</i> character takes center stage - After marrying Mr. Collins, Charlotte Lucas — Elizabeth Bennet’s best friend — finds her life upended by an unexpected houseguest - “An interesting and surprising look at a classic story and an often-forgotten character” (<i>Kirkus Reviews</i>) - The perfect read to celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday! Media Praise: Good Housekeeping, Kirkus Reviews Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/5493?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/introducing-mrs-collins-by-rachel-p... The Ivory City by Emily Bain Murphy Mystery, love, and murder collide at the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair - A great fiction pick for fans of Erik Larson’s <i>The Devil in the White City</i> - When a member of their party is murdered at the legendary fair, cousins Grace and Lillie must find the culprit — before Lillie’s brother takes the fall… - “Murphy’s intense research helps to immerse readers in the lush setting” (<i>Library Journal</i> starred review) Media Praise: Publishers Weekly, Library Journal Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/5496?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/the-ivory-city-by-emily-bain-murphy... The Women of Artemis by Hannah Lynn Witness the rise of the fierce Amazons in this gripping novel - After years of living with her abusive husband, Otrera decides to fight back — and builds a community of powerful women that provokes both men and the gods - Your next must-read if you loved Madeline Miller’s <i>Circe</i> - “Lynn is a rising star in the world of mythology-based fiction” (<i>Booklist</i> starred review) Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/5557?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/the-women-of-artemis-by-hannah-lynn... ---------------------------------- Discover more Readworthy recommendations: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/collections/best-new-historical-fiction-b... ---------------------------------- You are receiving this Historical Fiction email because [email protected] is signed up for updates highlighting the best new releases in your categories. 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