Today I get to talk about the places where I wish more books were set.  Top Ten Tuesday was created by The Broke and Bookish and is hosted by The Artsy Reader Girl. 

The setting of books is something that always interests me. I love a sense of place, it’s one of my favourite things about reading. Underrepresented settings or places is something that I love finding.  Today I’m going to share about all the settings that I wish appeared more in books. With settings for me, I’m not just going to be talking about physical places but also certain times of history. 

Australia: There should be no surprise that this is on my list. I’m always trying to find new books set anywhere in Australia really. I do love books set in Victoria more – just because I can relate to it. I will most likely want to read it if it’s a YA or Romance set anywhere in Australia. Ellie Marney’s books are a prime example of fantastic books set in Australia, both city and rural. 

Europe: Anyplace in Europe really. But mostly the countries that are classified as Mediterranean. It’s such an abundance of different countries, cultures and so many more things that I would love to read more about them through fiction. 

World War I: Now this is a setting that I don’t read a lot of, but I want to. World War I isn’t something that you see a lot of in books, especially in YA. But I would totally love to see more. I’m a major history buff and really anything that is historical fiction will catch my attention, but I would love to see more things especially YA set during the first world war. 

World War II: Now, I know there are many books about world war II, but I love reading ones that are set in your not so typical settings. One of the reasons why I adored Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys, was because it showed me something about world war II that I didn’t really know about. Same goes for The Pearl Thief by Fiona McIntosh. These books take a very popular setting and make it their own. 

Castles/Estates: I have recently been reading more and more historical romance fiction and I simply love it. I can’t wait to read in this genre. Anything along the lines of Lisa Kleypas, who is amazing and whom I have recently become addicted to. 

Ancient Cities: Again the history nerd in me is coming out, but anything from Ancient Greece, Rome and places like Mesopotamia and Constantinople. The Conqueror’s Saga by Kiersten White is a fantastic example of what I love reading and want to read more of. 

1400 England: This is such a fascinating time in English history. The English monarchy was in upheaval and there was so much moving on the throne. From the War of the Roses to many executions it’s such an intriguing time in history and I would love to read more historical fiction, even YA set during this time.  

Beaches: On a more lighter note. I love summer reads all year round and anything set in a seaside town is something that puts a massive smile on my face. The Season of You & Me by Robin Constantine is one of those books. I know there is quite a bit of these around, but really there is never enough for me. 

University/College: This is something that I am always up for. There really does need to be more New Adult fiction – which is another topic for another day. What’s even better is if it’s set at university. I just love everything that surrounds this. New friendships, new school, new teachers and a new life really. If sports is also som who included, I am so for it. Sarina Bowen’s The Ivy Years is a great example of what I love. 

 

 

And that is it for this post! What are some of the places or times in history that you would and want to see more of? Do we share any that’s the same? Let’s Chat!