- “Far from the Madding Crowd” by Thomas Hardy: Although not entirely set in Wiltshire, this classic novel is partly based in the county and features the fictional village of Weatherbury.
- “Sarum” by Edward Rutherford: This epic historical novel spans thousands of years, and a significant portion is set in and around Salisbury, Wiltshire.
- “The Moonstone” by Wilkie Collins: While not entirely set in Wiltshire, this classic mystery novel includes scenes set in the fictional town of Frizinghall, which is said to be located in Wiltshire.
- “The Slaughter Man” by Tony Parsons: Set in the city of Salisbury, this gripping crime thriller follows the life of a former London police detective who becomes involved in a gruesome murder case.
- “The Jurassic Coast” by Marcus Segdwick: Though not entirely set in Wiltshire, this YA novel explores the scenery of the Jurassic Coast, including sections in Wiltshire.
- “Armadale” by Wilkie Collins: While most of this suspenseful novel is set in London and Cornwall, two key characters meet in Tidbury Rings, a real Iron Age hillfort in Wiltshire.
- “The Portrait of a Lady” by Henry James: Although set primarily in Europe, a key section of this classic novel takes place at Wardour Castle, near Tisbury, Wiltshire.
- “The Vale of Arden and Other Poems” by William Morris: This collection of poetry features several poems inspired by the landscape and history of Wiltshire, including “Wilton and the Greensand Hills.”
- “The Spitfire Girls” by Jenny Holmes: Set during WWII, this heartwarming historical fiction novel follows the lives and bravery of the women working at an airfield in Wiltshire.
- “The Lives She Left Behind” by James Long: This novel explores the history of Lacock Abbey, located in Wiltshire, as the protagonist delves into the secrets of her family’s past.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous novels set in Wiltshire
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