- “The Crime of Father Amaro” by Eça de Queirós – Though not entirely set in the Azores, this classic Portuguese novel includes a significant part of the story taking place on the islands.
- “Emília Stuart” by Alexandre Herculano – This historical novel partially unfolds in the Azores during the 16th century, featuring political intrigue and romantic interests.
- “The Shipwreck of the Torrent” by Manuel da Silva Ramos – This novel tells the story of two men who end up stranded on the island of Faial in the Azores after their shipwreck.
- “The Hermit” by Lília Momplé – Taking place in Cape Verde and São Miguel Island in the Azores, this novel follows the life of a girl whose family relocates to the islands for work.
- “Keraban the Inflexible” by Jules Verne – This adventure novel, while not exclusively focused on the Azores, features a journey across the islands as part of its plot.
- “Crónica dos Bons Malandros” by Mário Zambujal – Set in Lisbon and the Azores, this humorous and satirical novel revolves around a group of small-time criminals.
- “A Night in the Azores” by Raúl Brandão – This novel portrays the life and atmosphere of the Azorean islands through the eyes of a sailor on a short visit to the region.
- “Passageiro do Navegante” by Álamo de Oliveira – Centred around the history, culture, and complex relations between the Azores and the United States, this novel offers a perspective on the islands.
- “The Sons of Providence” by Pedro da Silveira – This historical novel takes place in the 19th century Azores, exploring the lives of a group of young men who venture to the United States of America.
- “Islands of the Azores” by Maria Klein – Part travelogue and part literary narrative, this book explores the Azores’ landscapes, people, and traditions through descriptive prose.
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