Books That Retell an Old Story

Books That Retell an Old Story

Today, we’ve made a list of the best story retellings in relatively recent times. All of these are latest books that retell an old story.

Pride and Premeditation by Tirzah Price

Pride and Premeditation by Tirzah Price

This novel offers a unique take on Jane Austen classic Pride and Prejudice by compounding a murder mystery into it.

Bright Raven Skies by Kristina Perez

Bright Raven Skies by Kristina Perez

This is a retelling of the French classic, Tristan and Isseult, and a conclusion to the Sweet Black Waves trilogy.

Anna K by Jenny Lee

Anna K by Jenny Lee

This is a Korean reimagination of the revered Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy. Except, it adds to it more entertainment, more gossip and more drama.

A Thousand Ships by Natalie Haynes

A Thousand Ships by Natalie Haynes

This isn’t the retelling of one single story, but that of a whole legend of Greece – the Trojan War.

The Code For Love And Heartbreak by Jillian Cantor

The Code For Love And Heartbreak by Jillian Cantor

This is a young adult romance reimagination of Jane Austen’s classic novel Emma.

These Violent Delights by Chloe Gong

These Violent Delights by Chloe Gong

This wonderful piece of Chinese fantasy fiction is a retelling of Romeo and Juliet set in Shanghai.

Straight On Till morning by Liz Braswell

Straight On Till morning by Liz Braswell

This is the story of Peter Pan from the perspective of 16 year old Wendy. Wendy’s life has become excessively boring, with her brothers abroad and her silly governess job.