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Jodi Picoult's 5 Historical Fiction Picks
Jodi Picoult reveals her favorite historical fiction books, from classics to modern hits.
In brief
Jodi Picoult reveals her favorite historical fiction books, from classics to modern hits. Jodi Picoult recommends five historical fiction books: 'Gone With The Wind', 'Queen Bee', 'Isola', 'Kin', and 'Pride and Prejudice'. Originally reported by Woman's World.
Jodi Picoult's Historical Fiction Picks
Jodi Picoult shares five historical fiction books she loves, from classic novels to modern bestsellers.
Gone With The Wind
Gone With The Wind by Margaret Mitchell, published in 1936, sold over 30 million copies worldwide and won a Pulitzer Prize.
“The book that made me want to be a writer was Gone With The Wind. And I stand by that.”
Queen Bee
Queen Bee by Amalie Howard follows Lady Ela Dalvi returning to Regency-era London after fleeing her hometown.
“A divine dip into Regency waters! What happens when you have to choose between revenge and love?”
Isola
Isola by Allegra Goodman, inspired by a 16th-century figure, follows Marguerite orphaned and abandoned on a remote island.
“A shocking story, made all the more stunning by the fact that it has its roots in true history.”
Kin
Kin by Tayari Jones explores two motherless girls growing up in 1950s and 1960s Louisiana during Jim Crow.
“I’ve been waiting for Jones’ new novel… and it exceeded even my high expectations.”
Pride and Prejudice
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, a Regency-era classic, follows Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy.
“I think it came from an aunt or my grandmother and it’s a book that I’ve read multiple times.”
Jodi's Favorite Historical Fiction
Jodi Picoult says she reads historical fiction books multiple times, appreciating how they change with her perspective.
“You’re looking at how they are negotiating the terms of that relationship and how they have to learn how to communicate with each other.”
Reader Reactions
Readers praise these historical fiction books for their emotional depth, historical accuracy, and compelling storytelling.
“This book, in my opinion, was a shining example of how we can grow into something greater than what we started as.”
Why Historical Fiction Matters
Historical fiction helps readers understand past societies while reflecting on present-day issues through timeless stories.
“It’s one of those books that to me reads differently every time I look at it.”
Jodi's Literary Journey
Jodi Picoult has written historical fiction including her 9/11 novel Hollow Bones and WWII novel The Storyteller.
What Happens Next
More historical fiction books will be recommended by Jodi Picoult as she continues to explore the genre.
The takeaway
Jodi Picoult recommends five historical fiction books: 'Gone With The Wind', 'Queen Bee', 'Isola', 'Kin', and 'Pride and Prejudice'.
