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Best Historical Fiction of 2022

FICTION

YONDER

by Jabari Asim

A wonder-filled novel about the power of words and stories to bring hope to the most difficult situations. Full review >

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SHRINES OF GAIETY

by Kate Atkinson

Already one of the best writers working, Atkinson just gets better and better. Full review >

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FICTION

TRUST

by Hernan Diaz

A clever and affecting high-concept novel of high finance. Full review >

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AFTERLIVES

by Abdulrazak Gurnah

A novel with an epic feel, even at 320 pages, building a complex, character-based story that stretches over generations. Full review >

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THE BOOK OF GOOSE

by Yiyun Li

Stunners: Li’s memorable duo, their lives, their losses. Full review >

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FICTION

THE BOOKS OF JACOB

by Olga Tokarczuk ; translated by Jennifer Croft

A massive achievement that will intrigue and baffle readers for years to come. Full review >

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POLLAK'S ARM

by Hans von Trotha ; translated by Elisabeth Lauffer

A work that weaves art and history into a fascinating tale. Full review >

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