Feel-good Historical Fiction

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·         Historical Fiction

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It Happened at the Fair

Deeanne Gist

F GIST

A historical novel about a promising young inventor, his struggle with loss, and the attractive teacher who changes his life, all set against the razzle-dazzle of the 1893 Chicago World's Fair.

Mrs. Lincoln’s Dressmaker

Jennifer Chiaverini

F CHIAVERINI

Elizabeth Keckley, born a slave, uses her skills as a dressmaker to purchase her freedom. After Lincoln’s election, Elizabeth is hired by First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln. Mrs. Lincoln comes to rely heavily on Elizabeth’s calming influence and steady support as she navigates the trials of being the First Lady. 

The Shoemaker’s Wife

Adriana Trigiani

F TRIGIANI
Two star-crossed lovers--Enza and Ciro--meet and separate, until, finally, the power of their love changes both of their lives forever. Set during the years preceding and during World War I. 

Clara and Mr. Tiffany

Susan Vreeland

F VREELAND

Louis Comfort Tiffany staffs his studio with female artisans--a decision that protects him from strikes by the all-male union--but refuses to employ women who are married. Lucky for him, Clara Driscoll's romantic misfortunes ensure that she can continue to craft the jewel-toned glass windows and lamps that catch both her eye and her imagination.

Mr.Rosenblum Dreams in English

Natasha Solomons

F SOLOMONS
After escaping Germany during WWII, Jack and Sadie Rosenblum, together with their baby daughter, settle into a life of acting "English." In post-war England, however, no golf club will admit a Rosenblum. So Jack hatches a wild idea: he'll build his own. It's an obsession Sadie does not share, particularly when Jack relocates them to a thatched roof cottage in Dorset to embark on his project.