Historical fiction novels can broaden our understanding of various eras of history, fashion, music and politics. While some books in the genre might make you feel like you are reading a textbook, the best pieces of historical fiction transport you to their setting and worldview. 

On March 3, the Amazon Prime Video floodgates opened, luring viewers to follow the coming-of-age story of the greatest fictional rock band of the ‘70s — Daisy Jones & the Six.

Here are five books to read before they hit the big screen in the near future.