Carol McGrath Reading Order
5 series · 13 books
Carol McGrath is a British historical fiction author who brings medieval and early modern periods to vivid life through meticulously researched narratives. Her work spans interconnected novels like the Rose Trilogy and Daughters of Hastings series alongside standalone works and curated anthologies, demonstrating her versatility across different storytelling approaches. With twelve books published since 2013, McGrath combines the imaginative depth of fiction with historical authenticity to create compelling stories centered on women's experiences across English history.
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Anthologies Series
Complete2 books (2013–2015)
Carol McGrath's Castles, Customs, and Kings is a two-volume anthology series of historical fiction published between 2013 and 2015. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with the first volume and continuing to the second. These collections blend McGrath's expertise in historical fiction and non-fiction to explore the lives and customs of people across different periods and settings.
Start with Castles, Customs, and Kings and read in order.
Start this series with Castles, Customs, and Kings
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Daughters Of Hastings Series
Complete3 books (2013–2015)
Carol McGrath's Daughters of Hastings trilogy spans from 2013 to 2015 and follows the lives of three women connected to the Norman Conquest of England. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Handfasted Wife, followed by The Swan-Daughter, and concluding with The Betrothed Sister. The novels blend historical fiction with McGrath's background in non-fiction research, offering interconnected narratives set against one of history's most pivotal moments.
Start with The Handfasted Wife and read in order.
Start this series with The Handfasted Wife
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2022–2022)
Rose Trilogy Series
Likely Complete3 books (2020–2022)
Carol McGrath's Rose Trilogy is a three-book historical fiction series published between 2020 and 2022. The complete trilogy consists of The Silken Rose, The Damask Rose, and The Stone Rose, which should be read in publication order. Each installment builds on the narrative arc established in the previous book, making sequential reading essential for following the series.
Start with The Silken Rose and read in order.
Start this series with The Silken Rose
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Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing4 books (2017–2026)
Carol McGrath's historical fiction series comprises four standalone novels published between 2017 and 2024, with the series remaining ongoing. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Woman in the Shadows (also titled Mistress Cromwell), followed by The Stolen Crown, The Lost Queen, and The Queen's Sister. Each novel stands alone but benefits from being encountered in the sequence McGrath intended.
Start with The Woman in the Shadows / Mistress Cromwell and read in order.
Start this series with The Woman in the Shadows / Mistress Cromwell
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Carol McGrath written?
- Carol McGrath has written 13 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2013 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Carol McGrath series?
- Here are the first books in Carol McGrath's series: Anthologies: Castles, Customs, and Kings; Daughters Of Hastings: The Handfasted Wife; Rose Trilogy: The Silken Rose.
- What order should I read Carol McGrath's books?
- We recommend reading Carol McGrath's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Carol McGrath still writing new books?
- Yes, Carol McGrath has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.