[Ginga-argentina] This month’s best new historical fiction

Fri Mar 13 18:28:48 CET 2026

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This Month’s Best New Historical Fiction

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A Far-Flung Life by M. L. Stedman

The author of <i>The Light Between Oceans</i> is back with a stunning historical epic

- In 1950s Australia, the MacBride family has lived on a remote sheep farm for generations — but in one fateful moment, a tragedy upends their world. And this is just the first cruel twist of fate they’ll face…

- Bonnie Garmus, author of <i>Lessons in Chemistry</i>, was swept away by this “big, bold story of resilience and hope”

- Recommended by <i>The New York Times</i>, NPR, <i>People</i>, and more

Media Praise: NPR, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, People, The Washington Post, Good Housekeeping, Indie Next List, Publishers Weekly, Library Journal, Booklist, Literary Hub

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It Girl by Allison Pataki

Emily Giffin loves this ‘unputdownable’ read ‘with a twist that will leave you breathless’ 

- At the dawn of the 20th century, New York City shopgirl Evelyn is recruited as a studio model — sparking her journey to becoming the Gibson Girl, America’s first self-made woman celebrity

- Rave reviews from Marie Benedict and Pam Jenoff, who says, “Pataki shines brighter than ever!”

- From the <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of <i>The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post</i>

Media Praise: TODAY Show, Library Reads, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist

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White River Crossing by Ian McGuire

In the frozen Canadian wilderness, an expedition for gold has deadly consequences

- The winter of 1766 sees a group of prospectors seeking fortune — but greed, treachery, and violence derail their plans

- “The story’s ending is a shock… It’s a stunner” (<i>Publishers Weekly</i> starred review)

- The acclaimed author of <i>The North Water</i> “nimbly combines historical narrative and high suspense” (<i>Kirkus Reviews</i>)

Media Praise: The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, The Times, The Times Literary Supplement, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, Booklist

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The Secret Lives of Murderers’ Wives by Elizabeth Arnott

March’s <i>GMA</i> Book Club pick is ‘as if Taylor Jenkins Reid wrote a crime novel’ (Emilia Hart)

- In 1960s California, three friends — each married to a notorious murderer — team up to investigate a series of local deaths

- One of 2026’s most anticipated books, according to <i>Marie Claire</i>

- “Brimming with sly humor and a twist you’ll never see coming, this is a perfect weekend read” (Sarah Penner, author of <i>The Lost Apothecary</i>)

Media Praise: Good Morning America Book Club, Book of the Month, People, Los Angeles Times, The Times, New York Post, Library Reads, Publishers Weekly

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Lake Effect by Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney

This highly anticipated family saga is perfect for your next book club

- Ten years after her mother’s midlife scandal tore the Larkin family apart, Clara returns home for a wedding — and faces her own life-altering decision

- The author of the smash-hit bestseller <i>The Nest</i> “brings warmth and humor to this nuanced exploration of betrayal and its echoes” (Shelby Van Pelt, author of <i>Remarkably Bright Creatures</i>)

- Jenny Jackson, author of <i>Pineapple Street</i>, calls it “a joyful classic in the making”

Media Praise: The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, People, Real Simple, Elle, Parade, The Boston Globe, Indie Next List, Library Reads, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, Booklist, BookPage, Literary Hub

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Cleopatra by Saara El-Arifi

Historians call her a seductress and a witch — but now, Cleopatra tells her own story

- This dazzling historical retelling features “lush world-building and lyrical prose” (Jennifer Saint)

- A must-read for fans of <i>Circe</i> and <i>Ariadne</i>

- Take it from R.F. Kuang: “This is El-Arifi’s masterpiece”

Media Praise: People, Parade, The Guardian, The Times, Library Reads, Electric Literature

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The Sisters of Book Row by Shelley Noble

In 1915, 40 Manhattan bookshops become a battleground against oppression

- When an infamous censor targets New York City’s famous Book Row, the three Applebaum sisters risk everything to fight back

- This love letter to books highlights a little-known chapter in US history

- “Shelley Noble has expertly blended rich historical detail with the enduring power of the written word for a beautiful story that will touch readers’ hearts” (Madeline Martin)

Media Praise: Library Journal, Booklist

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Where the Girls Were by Kate Schatz

‘A timely and important novel, and one of the most heartfelt I have read in years’ (Natalie Jenner)

- In 1960s San Francisco, 17-year-old Baker finds her bright future upended by an unplanned pregnancy — but she rediscovers her strength after she’s sent to a home for unwed mothers

- Catherine Newman, the author of <i>Sandwich</i>, recommends this “thrilling, propulsive, [and] breathless” coming-of-age tale

- “Excellent historical fiction” (<i>Kirkus Reviews</i>) from a <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author

Media Praise: San Francisco Chronicle, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist

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Book of Forbidden Words by Louise Fein

Don’t miss this compelling dual-timeline novel inspired by true events

- In a world of banned books, an encrypted manuscript unleashes a ripple effect — and connects three women across 400 years

- “Devotees of rich historical fiction and contemporary social discourse alike will be enthralled” (<i>Booklist</i> starred review)

- Transports readers to 16th-century Paris, 1950s New York City, and beyond

Media Praise: Library Journal, Booklist

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The Woman and Her Stars by Penny Haw

Uncover the fascinating story of the first woman to discover a comet

- After her brother is appointed as the King’s Astronomer, Caroline Herschel follows him and becomes his assistant. Soon, she falls in love with astronomy herself — and charts her own path to success 

- Fans of Marie Benedict will be captivated 

- “With layered characters and stunning detail, this should be on the top of every historical fiction reader’s list” (Jennifer Coburn, author of <i>The Girls of the Glimmer Factory</i>)

Media Praise: Booklist

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