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If you liked The Winter Sea, here are the top 100 books to read next:
- #1
A nostalgic, romantic time-slip tale with a gothic flair - perfect for fans of gentle historical mysteries and soulmate love stories, but may be too dreamy or meandering for those after something punchier.
It was all the fault of a poet, and the fact that our weekend visit with a favorite elderly aunt in Exeter had put my father in a vaguely poetic mood. Faced with an unexpected fork in the road on our... - #2
A beautifully written, atmospheric time-slip romance that's perfect for fans of gentle escapism, provided you can overlook a few leaps in logic and prefer charm over adrenaline.
It’s a rotten time to lose someone, when all the world is dying too and darkness comes on earlier, and when the chill rains fall it seems the very sky is weeping. Not that there’s ever a good time to... - #3
A richly detailed, emotionally engaging epic that blends romance and history with plenty of action - perfect for fans of Outlander and sprawling historical sagas, but less so for sticklers for period accuracy or those allergic to big, romantic reads.
The housekeeper was called Curiosity Freeman, and Elizabeth soon understood how she had earned her first name. When Galileo brought up her trunks and valise, Curiosity came along—to help Elizabeth get... - #4
Atmospheric, quietly suspenseful, and full of Scottish charm, this is a cozy blend of archaeology, history, romance, and ghostly mysteries - a perfect escape for readers who enjoy their adventures with a side of gentle intrigue.
The bus had no business stopping where it did. We should have gone straight on across the Coldingham Moor, with Dunbar to the back of us and the English border drawing ever nearer, but instead we stop... - #5
A moody, mature, and genre-blending story that’s perfect for fans of gothic romance and cozy supernatural mysteries - with just enough ghostly intrigue to keep you turning the pages.
AS MY TAXI rolls through the Yorkshire countryside, I tick off the landmarks, as if I’m a child again, plastered to the window of our rental car as we make our way to Thorne Manor. Outside Leeds, I sa... - #6
A beautifully written, immersive historical mystery with a memorable heroine and a satisfying twist - perfect for fans of atmospheric, character-driven fiction, though some may find the plot complexity demanding.
- #7
A gorgeously written, emotional, time-bending romance set in Ireland, best for readers who love historical detail, poignant love stories, and don't mind a little magical realism - just be ready for a slow burn and keep the tissues close by!
“Yes, I know,” I teased, as if the locked drawer had been something I’d been trying to break into. I’d actually had no idea. I hadn’t lived in Eoin’s Brooklyn brownstone for a long time and hadn’t cal... - #8
A legendary, emotional time-travel romance that's nostalgic and heartfelt - with an ending you'll either love or hate. Worth a try if you want a classic romance that stands out from the crowd.
Dougless Montgomery sat in the backseat of the rental car, Robert and his pudgy thirteen-year-old daughter, Gloria, in the front. As usual, Gloria was eating. Dougless shifted her slim legs to try to... - #9
A Rip Through Time is a thoroughly entertaining blend of crime, historical fiction, and time-travel drama - perfect for those seeking a fresh spin on detective stories with a strong, likable heroine. You might not get a brain-busting mystery, but you will get a captivating read you’ll want to devour in one sitting!
- #10
Sweeping, romantic, and totally transportive - with just enough twists to keep you guessing - The Surviving Trace is a must for time travel romance fans, but be ready to dive into a full series for answers!
The first time, I was fourteen. I watched my aunt die in a small hospital room. We were prepared for her death, but seeing her life slowly fade away was chilling. My parents, brothers, and I surrounde...