Louise Fein books

Louise Fein is a British historical fiction author whose novels explore hidden histories and moral dilemmas in 20th century settings, including Nazi Germany and Cold War London.
Author · Historical Fiction · Literary Fiction

Standalone Novels

Title Published Buy on Amazon
Daughter of the Reich / People Like Us 2020 Buy
The Hidden Child 2021 Buy
The London Bookshop Affair 2024 Buy
Book of Forbidden Words 2026 Buy

Louise Fein writes historical fiction that examines how ordinary people become caught up in the moral questions of their time. Her debut, Daughter of the Reich (published in the US as People Like Us) in 2020, tells the story of a German girl who falls in love with a Jewish boy in 1930s Leipzig. The novel explores how ideology and propaganda shape personal relationships.

The Hidden Child (2021) moves to 1920s England and deals with the eugenics movement, while The London Bookshop Affair (2024) is set in Cold War London. Each of Fein’s novels takes on a different historical period and finds characters facing difficult choices between loyalty, love, and conscience. Her upcoming Book of Forbidden Words is set for 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Louise Fein written?

Louise Fein has written four books in one series.

What was Louise Fein's first book?

Louise Fein’s first book is Daughter of the Reich / People Like Us, published in 2020.

What time periods do Louise Fein's novels cover?

Louise Fein’s novels are set across the 20th century. Daughter of the Reich / People Like Us takes place in 1930s Nazi Germany, The Hidden Child is set in 1920s England, and The London Bookshop Affair is set during the Cold War in 1960s London.

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