Biographical Fiction

Moloka'i by Alan Brennert is a poignant historical novel about Rachel Kalama, a Hawaiian girl diagnosed with leprosy, exploring her life in the Kalaupapa settlement and the resilience of the human spirit amidst personal and societal challenges.

An American Beauty, by Shana Abe, is a historical fiction novel inspired by the true rags-to-riches story of Arabella Huntington, who defied societal norms to become America's wealthiest self-made woman.

Remarkable Creatures tells the inspiring story of Mary Anning, a pioneering fossil hunter in 19th-century England, and her friendship with Elizabeth Philpot as they navigate societal challenges and scientific discovery.

Elizabeth of York, the Last White Rose: Tudor Rose Bk 1 by Alison Weir is a captivating historical novel about the life of Elizabeth of York, the first Tudor queen, amidst the turmoil of the Wars of the Roses.