An Unofficial 'The Rest Is History' Reading List

Iain Pears

1 book referenced

Books by Iain Pears

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Referenced in 3 episodes

333: The Republic of Britain: Life under Cromwell

May 18, 2023

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Dominic mentions this as his favorite historical novel, describing it as a mystery set in the 1650s. Tom also confirms it's his favourite historical novel and mentions meeting the author at the Jaipur Literature Festival.

14. Historical Fiction

January 11, 2021

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Nominated as the single best historical novel Tom has read - offers multiple perspectives on Restoration England

4. We’re all so 17th Century

November 09, 2020

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Described as possibly top of Tom's list of historical novels, a mystery set against the backdrop of the end of the Protectorate and restoration of Charles II, with four different perspectives.