10 Best Historical Thrillers 2025

Step right into a world that could have been with our top ten list of the best historical thrillers in the fantasy subcategory of alternate history. We've scoured the pages of countless books to bring you a list of page-turners that will have you questioning the course of history. From tales of time travel to stories of mythical creatures, we've got it all. Our top pick, 11/22/63: A Novel, scored an impressive 9.6, while even our lowest scoring book is worth the read. So, put on your thinking caps and step into a world of what-ifs with our list of the best historical thrillers.