Thieving Forest by Martha Conway – Women’s Historical Fiction
A tale of self-discovery, personal growth, romance, family ties, loyalty a stunning portrayal set in 1806 Ohio - a gripping tale of survival young women orphaned.
A River Divides by Michael J. Roueche – Historical Fiction/Civil War
Rich in detail and exceptional in development, A River Divides is Michael Roueche’s second novel focused on a few characters whose lives are inextricably challenged and changed by the political upheaval of the Civil War.
St Louis Affair: The Adventures of Herbert Falken by Michael Scheffel – Historical Thriller/Detective
When heinous murders tarnish 1899 St. Louis, who are you going to call? None other than Inquiry Agent, Herbert Falken!
HISTORICAL FICTION Post-1750s – 2016 GOETHE Awards SHORT LIST
The following Semi-Finalists titles will compete for the FIRST IN CATEGORY Positions and Book Awards Packages in the 2016 Goethe Book Awards.
Robbing the Pillars by Kalen Vaughan Johnson – Historical Fiction
A sweeping look at personal idealism and autonomy pitted against the forces of greed and manipulation --an emotive family saga solidly rooted in the American dream.
Five Guns Blazing: A Pirate Novel by Emma Rose Millar and Kevin Allen – Historical Romance
A dark, rich, historical 18th-century tale that weaves real pirates into a fictional story with many unexpected twists and turns.
Uzumati: The Tale of the Yosemite by Edmond G. Addeo – Historical Fiction
Heartbreaking and beautiful - Readers will find it a struggle to choose a side, and in the end, witness a breathtaking conclusion of betrayal and political treachery.
The WARSAW CONSPIRACY by James Conroyd Martin – a political tale of gripping suspense
Polish history jumps from the pages with unstoppable action, gripping tension, and unforgettable characters. Breathtaking!
CROSSING into the MYSTIC by D.L. Koontz – a paranormal mystery that crosses genres
The plot-line twists and turns adding suspense, the setting is vividly haunting in this paranormal mystery that has dashes of wit and humor along in this exploration of the spirit world by a teenage girl.
I, ANGUS: Book 4 of the Eternity Series by Mike Hartner – historical fiction
Rich in medieval lore of Scotland, readers will be swept up in young Angus' dangerous quest and adventurous journey in this coming of age saga.