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Barbara Taylor Bradford

Barbara Taylor Bradford Reading Order

7 series · 47 books · Born 1933-05-10

Historical FictionNon-FictionRomance

Barbara Taylor Bradford is a British-American author whose sweeping multigenerational sagas have captivated millions of readers since her 1979 debut. Her breakthrough novel A Woman of Substance, which follows an ambitious woman's rise from servant to business empire, became a global phenomenon and established her signature style of blending historical detail with compelling character arcs. Across nearly five decades, Bradford crafted interconnected series set in Yorkshire and beyond, including the Cavendon Hall chronicles and the Emma Harte saga, earning her status as one of the most commercially successful novelists of her era.

Cavendon Hall Series

Complete

4 books (2014–2017)

Start with Cavendon Hall, the first of 4 books in the Cavendon Hall series.

Start this series with Cavendon Hall

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Cavendon Hall
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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The Cavendon Women
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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The Cavendon Luck
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Secrets of Cavendon
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Emma Harte Series

Likely Complete

8 books (1979–2021)

Start with A Woman of Substance, the first of 8 books in the Emma Harte series.

Start this series with A Woman of Substance

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A Woman of Substance
1979Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Hold the Dream
1985Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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To Be the Best
1988Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Emma's Secret
2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Just Rewards
2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Unexpected Blessings
2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Breaking the Rules
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
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A Man of Honor
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

House Of Dravenel/Ravenscar Series

Complete

3 books (2006–2008)

Start with The Ravenscar Dynasty and read in order.

Start this series with The Ravenscar Dynasty

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The Ravenscar Dynasty
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Heirs of Ravenscar
2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Being Elizabeth
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

House of Falconer Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2018–2023)

Start with Master of His Fate and read in order.

Start this series with Master of His Fate

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Master of His Fate
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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In the Lion’s Den
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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The Wonder of It All
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

7 books (1970–2001)

Start with Fashions That Please Him, the first of 7 books in the Non-Fiction series.

Start this series with Fashions That Please Him

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Fashions That Please Him
1970Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Easy Steps To Successful Decorating
1971Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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How to Solve Your Decorating Problems
1976Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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Making Space Grow
1979Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Luxury Designs for Apartment Living
1981Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Decor Idea Casual
1984Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Living Romantically Every Day
2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

4 books (2013–2018)

Start with Hidden, the first of 4 books in the Short Stories/Novellas series.

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Who Are You?
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

18 books (1983–2012)

Start with Voice of the Heart, the first of 18 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Voice of the Heart

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Voice of the Heart
1983Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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3
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The Women in His Life
1990Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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5
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6
Everything to Gain
1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
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Dangerous to Know
1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
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Love in Another Town
1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
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A Secret Affair
1996Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10
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Her Own Rules
1996Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Power of a Woman
1997Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12
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A Sudden Change of Heart
1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Where You Belong
2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14
The Triumph of Katie Byrne
2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15
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Three Weeks in Paris
2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Playing The Game
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Letter from a Stranger
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18
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Secrets from the Past
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Barbara Taylor Bradford written?
Barbara Taylor Bradford has written 47 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1970 to 2023.
What is the first book in each Barbara Taylor Bradford series?
Here are the first books in Barbara Taylor Bradford's series: Cavendon Hall: Cavendon Hall; Emma Harte: A Woman of Substance; House Of Dravenel/Ravenscar: The Ravenscar Dynasty; House of Falconer: Master of His Fate; Non-Fiction: Fashions That Please Him.
What order should I read Barbara Taylor Bradford's books?
We recommend reading Barbara Taylor Bradford's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Barbara Taylor Bradford's series complete?
Barbara Taylor Bradford has 5 completed series.

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