Historical Fiction audiobooks

The Rainbow

By: D.H. Lawrence

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 18 hours 40 minutes

Abridged: No

"The Rainbow" is a novel by D.H. Lawrence, first published in 1915. It is the first book in Lawrence's "Brangwen" series and is followed by "Women in Love." The novel explores the lives of the Brangwen family, particularly focusing on the two central characters, Ursula and Gudrun Brangwen. The story traces their individual journeys of... Read more

Germinal

By: Emile Zola

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 17 hours 20 minutes

Abridged: No

Germinal" is set in the coal-mining region of northern France and revolves around the life of Étienne Lantier, a young miner who becomes involved in the struggles of the working class. The novel explores the harsh working conditions, poverty, and exploitation faced by the miners and their families. As Étienne becomes a key figure in organizing a... Read more

Nana

By: Émile Zola & Emile Zola

Narrated by: Aria Wilson

Length: 17 hours 4 minutes

Abridged: No

"Nana" by Émile Zola is a novel that explores the decadence and moral decay of Parisian society in the 19th century. It follows the life of Nana, a beautiful and ambitious young woman, as she navigates the social and economic challenges of her time. The novel provides a vivid portrayal of the excesses and corruption of the Second Empire, using... Read more

Shirley

By: Charlotte Brontë

Narrated by: Aria Wilson

Length: 21 hours 54 minutes

Abridged: No

"Shirley" is a social novel set during the industrial depression of 1811-1812 in the manufacturing district of Yorkshire. The story revolves around the struggles of the working class and explores themes of social injustice, gender roles, and economic hardship. The title character, Shirley, is a strong and independent woman who challenges... Read more

The master of ballantrae: A winter's tale

By: Robert Louis Stevenson

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 7 hours 45 minutes

Abridged: No

"The Master of Ballantrae: A Winter's Tale" is a novel written by Robert Louis Stevenson. The book was first published in 1889 and is set in the aftermath of the Jacobite rising of 1745 in Scotland. It tells the story of two brothers, James Durie and Henry Durie, who are on opposite sides of the conflict. The novel explores themes of loyalty,... Read more

King Solomon's Mines

By: H. Rider Haggard

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 7 hours 29 minutes

Abridged: No

"King Solomon's Mines" is a classic adventure novel written by H. Rider Haggard. The story follows the journey of Allan Quatermain, a hunter and explorer, as he leads a small expedition into the uncharted interior of Africa in search of the legendary diamond mines of King Solomon. The novel was first published in 1885 and has since become one of... Read more

Nostromo

By: Joseph Conrad

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 16 hours 23 minutes

Abridged: No

"Nostromo" is a novel by Joseph Conrad, published in 1904. It is considered one of Conrad's most significant works and a masterpiece of modernist literature. The novel is set in the fictional South American country of Costaguana, where political turmoil and the quest for wealth intersect. The story revolves around the enigmatic figure of... Read more

The Wings of the Dove

By: Henry James

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 7 hours 26 minutes

Abridged: No

"The Wings of the Dove" is a novel written by Henry James, first published in 1902. The novel is considered one of James's major works and is known for its intricate exploration of the complexities of human relationships and the moral dilemmas faced by its characters. It follows the story of an impoverished young woman named Milly Theale, who is... Read more

Madame Bovary

By: Gustave Flaubert

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 11 hours 15 minutes

Abridged: No

"Madame Bovary" is a novel by French author Gustave Flaubert, first published in 1857. It is considered one of the greatest works of world literature and a seminal example of literary realism. The story follows the life of Emma Bovary, a young woman married to a country doctor, Charles Bovary. Dissatisfied with her provincial life and longing... Read more

Kidnapped

By: Robert Louis Stevenson

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 7 hours

Abridged: No

The narrative begins with young David Balfour's attempt to claim his inheritance, which leads to his kidnapping and the unfolding of a gripping tale of betrayal, friendship, and survival. Along the way, David encounters characters such as Alan Breck Stewart, a Jacobite, and together they navigate the treacherous Scottish Highlands, facing... Read more

The Pit: A Story of Chicago

By: Frank Norris

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 11 hours 45 minutes

Abridged: No

"The Pit: A Story of Chicago" is a novel written by Frank Norris, first published in 1903. The story is set against the backdrop of Chicago in the late 19th century and revolves around the commodities trading at the Chicago Board of Trade. The novel explores themes of greed, speculation, and the impact of economic forces on individuals and... Read more

The black arrow. A tale of two roses

By: Robert Louis Stevenson

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 7 hours 44 minutes

Abridged: No

"The Black Arrow" is a swashbuckling adventure that follows the protagonist, Richard Shelton, as he becomes embroiled in the conflict between the House of Lancaster and the House of York during the tumultuous Wars of the Roses. The novel is filled with action, intrigue, and romance, as Richard navigates through political and personal challenges. Read more

O Pioneers!

By: Willa Cather

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 5 hours 16 minutes

Abridged: No

"O Pioneers!" is one of Willa Cather's most celebrated novels, published in 1913. It's the first book in her "Great Plains Trilogy" and is set in the rural farming community of Hanover, Nebraska, at the turn of the 20th century. The story focuses on the life of Alexandra Bergson, a strong-willed young woman who inherits her father's farm and... Read more

The Sorrows of Young Werther

By: Goethe & Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 3 hours 54 minutes

Abridged: No

"The Sorrows of Young Werther" (in German, "Die Leiden des jungen Werthers") is a novel by the German author Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, first published in 1774. This novel is considered one of the foundational works of the Sturm und Drang literary movement, characterized by emotional intensity and individualism. The story is presented as a... Read more

The Veil of Violence

By: Marilyn Marks

Narrated by: Brenda Scott Wlazlo & Iain Batchelor

Length: 19 hours 30 minutes

Abridged: No

After the Morrigan revealed themselves and her true nature became known, Adeline Colton is on the run. Seeking revenge for their fallen sister, they will hunt her to the end of the world. But there is another who pursues Adeline—the man with golden eyes and dangerous power, the one who betrayed her with the parallel bond and has the means to be... Read more

Prince of Persuasion

By: Scarlett Scott

Narrated by: Elliot Fitzpatrick

Length: 10 hours 33 minutes

Abridged: No

The gossips say his soul is as black as his cravats. Handsome, enigmatic Duncan Kirkwood is the prince of London’s most exclusive—and wicked— gaming club. He founded his empire upon one goal: gaining vengeance against the man who sired him and abandoned his mother. To society, Lady Frederica Isling is a quiet, proper duke’s daughter and... Read more

Stolz und Vorurteil (Ungekürzt)

By: Jane Austen

Narrated by: Susanne Pfeiffer

Length: 15 hours 30 minutes

Abridged: No

Die Familie Bennet hat fünf Töchter. Eine Heirat mit einem möglichst begüterten Mann ist die einzige Karriere, die ihnen das Leben zu bieten hat. Leicht vorstellbar, daß es jede Menge Aufregung gibt, als zwei junge Männer von Vermögen in die Gegend ziehen. Schon bald macht Mr. Darcy, ein standesbewußter Gutsbesitzer, der munteren und geistvollen... Read more

The Ancient's Game

By: Loni Crittenden

Narrated by: Angel Pean

Length: 9 hours 9 minutes

Abridged: No

""Brilliantly inventive."" —Chloe Gong, #1 New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights""Gorgeously written and unforgettable."" —Kamilah Cole, indie bestselling author of So Let Them BurnAlchemy and ancient spirits come to life in this debut fantasy inspired by African diasporic folklore and the 1920s World Fair, wherein... Read more

The Awakening of Ivy Leavold

By: Sierra Simone

Narrated by: Zara Hampton-Brown

Length: 4 hours 27 minutes

Abridged: No

**Yorkshire, 1879

I am alone.**

When Ivy Leavold is left destitute by her brother's death, she is taken in by her cousin's brooding, tortured widower--Julian Markham. Handsome and possessive, it's not long before Ivy falls for him. But Mr. Markham has dark secrets, secrets that may put Ivy in danger...

I am afraid.

As Ivy unravels the mystery... Read more

The Education of Ivy Leavold

By: Sierra Simone

Narrated by: Zara Hampton-Brown

Length: 4 hours 53 minutes

Abridged: No

I knew I was taking a risk loving a man like Julian Markham. But I thought that love was enough to cover over his darkness.


I thought wrong.


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Ivy Leavold came to Markham Hall looking for a home and a new start, and instead she found the enigmatic Julian Markham--along with a love that threatened to consume them both. Now Mr. Markham is offering... Read more

The Punishment of Ivy Leavold

By: Sierra Simone

Narrated by: Zara Hampton-Brown & Shane East

Length: 5 hours 32 minutes

Abridged: No

I ran as far as I could, but I knew he would find me. In fact, I counted on it.

I counted on him punishing me too.


***

When Ivy Leavold ran away from Markham Hall on her wedding day, she knew that it wasn't the end. But what she didn't count on were the surprises, betrayals and horrors that awaited her outside of Mr. Markham's world.


As for Julian... Read more

The Seduction of Molly O'Flaherty

By: Sierra Simone

Narrated by: Roxy Isles & Gary Furlong

Length: 4 hours 50 minutes

Abridged: No

One playboy billionaire.

One heartbroken heiress.

One sham marriage.

What could go wrong?


--


That's what notorious playboy Silas Cecil-Coke thinks as he returns to England to persuade Molly O'Flaherty to marry him.


Certainly, their brief fling last year ended in heartbreak (and a black eye), but matters are different now. Molly must marry to save her... Read more

The Wedding of Molly O'Flaherty

By: Sierra Simone

Narrated by: Roxy Isles & Gary Furlong

Length: 3 hours 57 minutes

Abridged: No

One empty bed.

One bold plan.

One tragedy that changes everything.


***

Silas Cecil-Coke is not a man who is easily dissuaded. So when Molly O'Flaherty leaves his bed without a word of goodbye, he is even more determined to save her from her enemies and claim her as his bride.


But neither of them are prepared for the betrayals and tragedies that await... Read more

Commands and Consequences

By: Golden Angel

Narrated by: Sky Wildmist, Brian Briar & Rebecca McKernan

Length: 28 hours 20 minutes

Abridged: No

This box set contains the last three books in the Bridal Discipline Series
Lydia's Penance: Lydia is desperate to escape her stepfather's household, so when she hears the Duke of Manchester say that he doesn't care who he weds, she decides his reptutation fro being an honorable man and his indifference to who his wife will be makes him the... Read more