Here I have collected a list of some of these books like The Nightingale, including nonfiction books about the lives of unlikely World War II heroines — resistance fighters and spies who stand in contrast to The Nightingale’s obsession with the blond beauty of its protagonist Isabelle. I have also included other riveting historical fiction that provide unique perspectives on devastating military and political conflicts. Want more books about the Second World War? Check out our World War II archives. If you want more book recommendations to go with the last book that has left a hole in your heart, or your favorite TV show, then TBR, our personalized book recommendation service, will be perfect for you. Sign up here!