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Bertrice Small

Bertrice Small Reading Order

13 series Β· 62 books Β· Born 1937-12-09

Bertrice Small is a prolific romance author who published over 60 books across multiple series from the late 1970s through 2014. Known for blending historical settings with sensual narratives, Small crafted immersive worlds across her various series, including the exotic Cyra Hafisa/Kadin collection and numerous anthologies. Her work appeals to readers seeking richly detailed historical romance with strong character development and sweeping storytelling.

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Anthologies Series

Complete

4 books (1999–2003)

Bertrice Small's Anthologies series comprises four romance collections published between 1999 and 2003. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Captivated, followed by Fascinated, Delighted, and I Love Rogues. Each volume features romance stories curated by this acclaimed author.

Start with Captivated, the first of 4 books in the Anthologies series.

Channel Series

Complete

5 books (2004–2010)

Bertrice Small's Channel series comprises five romance novels published between 2004 and 2010. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Private Pleasures and concluding with Passionate Pleasures. Each book in this finished series builds on the previous installments, making sequential reading essential to fully appreciate the narrative arc.

Start with Private Pleasures, the first of 5 books in the Channel series.

Start this series with Private Pleasures

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Channel Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2011–2011)

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Cyra Hafisa/Kadin Series

Complete

2 books (1978–1978)

Bertrice Small's Cyra Hafisa duology consists of two historical romance novels published in 1978. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Love Wild and Fair followed by The Kadin. This complete two-book series is fully contained and concludes its narrative arc.

Start with Love Wild and Fair and read in order.

Start this series with Love Wild and Fair

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Short Story Collections Series

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1 book (2003–2003)

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Skye O'Malley Saga Series

Complete

6 books (1980–1992)

The Skye O'Malley Saga is a complete historical romance series comprising six books published between 1980 and 1992. Read the novels in publication order, beginning with Skye O'Malley and continuing through All the Sweet Tomorrows, This Heart of Mine, A Love for All Time, Lost Love Found, and concluding with Wild Jasmine. This series follows a connected narrative across its installments and should be approached sequentially for the full story experience.

Start with Skye O'Malley, the first of 6 books in the Skye O'Malley Saga series.

Skye's Legacy Series

Complete

6 books (1997–2003)

Bertrice Small's Skye's Legacy is a complete romance series spanning six books published between 1997 and 2003. The novels should be read in publication order, beginning with Darling Jasmine and continuing through Bedazzled, Besieged, Intrigued, Just Beyond Tomorrow, and concluding with Vixens. Each installment builds on the events and characters established in previous volumes, making sequential reading essential to fully appreciate the unfolding narrative.

Start with Darling Jasmine, the first of 6 books in the Skye's Legacy series.

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

15 books (1980–2004)

Bertrice Small's collection of 15 standalone romance novels spans from 1980 to 2004 and is now complete. Each book in the series can be read independently, though they were published in a specific order beginning with Adora. The novels represent the author's full body of work in this particular series, with titles including Unconquered, Beloved, Enchantress Mine, The Spitfire, A Moment in Time, To Love Again, Love Slave, Hellion, Betrayed, Deceived, The Innocent, A Memory of Love, The Duchess, and The Dragon Lord's Daughters.

Start with Adora, the first of 15 books in the Standalone Novels series.

The Border Chronicles Series

Complete

6 books (2006–2011)

The Border Chronicles is a complete romance series by Bertrice Small consisting of six books published between 2006 and 2011. The novels should be read in publication order, beginning with A Dangerous Love and continuing through The Border Lord's Bride, The Captive Heart, The Border Lord and the Lady, The Border Vixen, and concluding with Bond of Passion.

Start with A Dangerous Love, the first of 6 books in the The Border Chronicles series.

Start this series with A Dangerous Love

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The Friarsgate Inheritance Series

Complete

4 books (2002–2005)

The Friarsgate Inheritance is a four-book historical romance series by Bertrice Small, published between 2002 and 2005. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Rosamund, followed by Until You, Philippa, and The Last Heiress. Each book builds on the stories of the previous installments, making sequential reading essential to fully appreciate the interconnected narratives.

Start with Rosamund, the first of 4 books in the The Friarsgate Inheritance series.

The Silk Merchant's Daughters Series

Complete

4 books (2012–2014)

The Silk Merchant's Daughters is a complete four-book historical romance series by Bertrice Small published between 2012 and 2014. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Bianca and continuing through Francesca, Lucianna, and Serena. Each novel follows a different daughter of a Venetian silk merchant as she navigates love and destiny in Renaissance Italy.

Start with Bianca, the first of 4 books in the The Silk Merchant's Daughters series.

World of Hetar Series

Complete

6 books (2005–2010)

The World of Hetar series consists of six fantasy romance novels by Bertrice Small, published between 2005 and 2010. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Lara and concluding with Crown of Destiny. Each book builds upon the events and characters of its predecessors, following an interconnected narrative across the richly imagined realm of Hetar.

Start with Lara, the first of 6 books in the World of Hetar series.

Wyndham Saga Series

Complete

2 books (1988–1994)

The Wyndham Saga is a two-book historical romance series by Bertrice Small, published between 1988 and 1994. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Blaze Wyndham followed by Love, Remember Me. These standalone yet connected stories showcase Small's signature blend of romance and historical detail across the late twentieth century publication span.

Start with Blaze Wyndham and read in order.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Bertrice Small written?
Bertrice Small has written 62 books across 13 series. Their published works span from 1978 to 2014.
What is the first book in each Bertrice Small series?
Here are the first books in Bertrice Small's series: Anthologies: Captivated; Channel: Private Pleasures; Cyra Hafisa/Kadin: Love Wild and Fair; Skye O'Malley Saga: Skye O'Malley; Skye's Legacy: Darling Jasmine.
What order should I read Bertrice Small's books?
We recommend reading Bertrice Small's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Bertrice Small's series complete?
Bertrice Small has 13 completed series.

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