Caroline Lee Reading Order

5 books (2017–2025)

Caroline Lee's Anthologies series comprises four romance and western collections published between 2021 and 2025, with new volumes still being released. These interconnected anthologies should be read in publication order, beginning with Hearts, Homes & Holidays, to fully appreciate how the stories build across the series. The collections feature action-filled romantic tales set in western and historical settings, blending adventure with heartfelt character moments.

Start with Hearts, Homes & Holidays, the first of 4 books in the Anthologies series.

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1	A Duke's Desire 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Hearts, Homes & Holidays 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Get Your Duke On 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Christmas Scandal with a Duke 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Lords of Midwinter's Festival 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

7 books (2021–2023)

The Bad in Plaid series is a seven-book romance and western adventure sequence by Caroline Lee, published between 2021 and 2023 and appearing to be complete. Each book should be read in publication order, beginning with Not Half Plaid and continuing through Plaid Attitude. The series follows a connected cast of characters across its installments, combining romance, action, and western elements throughout.

Start with Not Half Plaid, the first of 7 books in the Bad in Plaid series.

2 books (2026–2026)

3 books (2019–2019)

This complete Western romance trilogy by Caroline Lee spans three books published in 2019, following an action-packed narrative that should be read in publication order starting with Ante Up, followed by Three of a Kind and concluding with Wild Card. The series blends romance, Western settings, and adventure elements into a cohesive story arc best experienced from beginning to end.

Start with Ante Up and read in order.

#	Title
1	Ante Up 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Three of a Kind 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Wild Card 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (2025–2025)

The Bloodfire Orcs series by Caroline Lee is an ongoing paranormal romance collection blending western and action elements, currently containing four books published in 2025. These standalone stories should be read in publication order, beginning with The Orc's Auctioned Mate, followed by The Orc's Eager Captive, The Orc's Innocent Plaything, and The Orc's Unexpected Wife. Each entry follows its own romance narrative while contributing to the larger world of the series.

Start with The Orc's Auctioned Mate, the first of 4 books in the Bloodfire Orcs series.

13 books (2020–2021)

The Calendar Girls' Ranch series by Caroline Lee spans 13 western romance novels released between 2020 and 2021, with several books co-written by Kirsten Osbourne. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Fulfilling February. Each book corresponds to a different month and features interconnected characters and stories set against the backdrop of a ranch setting.

Start with Fulfilling February, the first of 13 books in the Calendar Girls' Ranch series.

14 books (2020–2020)

The Cowboys of Cauldron Valley series is a complete 14-book western romance collection published in 2020 by Caroline Lee and co-authored with Kirsten Osbourne on select titles. Spanning from Aaron's Angel through Wyatt's Wager, the series blends romance, western settings, and action-adventure elements. Readers should follow the books in publication order to experience the full narrative arc. This finished series offers a substantial collection for fans of cowboy romance looking for multiple interconnected stories.

Start with Aaron's Angel(By: Kirsten Osbourne), the first of 14 books in the Cowboys of Cauldron Valley series.

6 books (2025–2026)

The Dirty Little Harlots series by Caroline Lee is an ongoing collection of western romance novels with action and adventure elements. Currently comprising six books published in 2025, the series should be read in publication order beginning with The Mistress, followed by The Show, The Ward, The Captive, The Maid, and The Wife. New installments are planned for future release.

Start with The Mistress and read in order.

18 books (2024–2026)

The Eastshore Isle series by Caroline Lee is an ongoing collection of 16 romance and adventure novels published between 2024 and 2026. Each book follows a standalone romance centered on orc characters in varied contemporary and seasonal scenarios, from fake dating and bodyguard premises to holiday-themed stories. Readers should follow the books in publication order, beginning with My Orc (Fake) Boyfriend, as the series continues to expand with additional titles planned beyond the current 16 entries.

Start with My Orc (Fake) Boyfriend, the first of 16 books in the Eastshore Isle series.

11 books (2016–2020)

Caroline Lee's Everland Ever After is a complete 11-book romance series published between 2016 and 2020, blending western, action, and adventure elements with reimagined fairy tale characters. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Beauty and concluding with The Godmother. Each book can be enjoyed as a standalone romance while contributing to the larger world of Everland, making this an ideal series for readers seeking connected yet independent stories with classic storybook inspirations.

Start with Beauty, the first of 11 books in the Everland Ever After series.

25 books (2025–2026)

The Harmony Glen series is a multi-author paranormal romance collection set in a Western action-adventure setting, featuring 25 books published throughout 2025 and 2026. This ongoing series should be read in publication order, beginning with A Troll in the Hay and continuing through the complete list of releases. Each book offers standalone romance stories while contributing to the shared world of Harmony Glen.

Start with A Troll in the Hay(By: Karla Doyle), the first of 25 books in the Harmony Glen series.

3 books (2021–2021)

Caroline Lee's Highlands Happily Ever After is a three-book romance series set in the American West, published in 2021. Each book features a standalone story with its own romantic couple, so readers can enjoy them independently, though reading in publication order from The Lass Who Kissed a Frog through The Lass Who Loved a Beast provides the intended experience. The series appears to be complete.

Start with The Lass Who Kissed a Frog and read in order.

4 books (2023–2024)

The Kilty Pleasures series by Caroline Lee is an ongoing romance collection set in Western and action-adventure contexts. Four books have been published between 2023 and 2024, with new releases continuing. Readers should begin with Kilty Plea and proceed in publication order: Kilty as Sin, Kilty Until Proven Innocent, and Kilty by Association.

Start with Kilty Plea, the first of 4 books in the Kilty Pleasures series.

14 books (2024–2025)

Mated To The Monster Season 3 is an ongoing paranormal romance anthology series featuring 14 books published between 2024 and 2025, with each installment written by a different author. The series blends romance with western, action, and adventure elements across standalone stories centered on supernatural pairings. Read in publication order starting with Fated to the Panther by Debra Elise, though each book can be enjoyed independently as it follows a different couple and storyline.

Start with Fated to the Panther(By: Debra Elise), the first of 14 books in the Mated To The Monster Season 3 series.

5 books (2026–2026)

The Moonbell Hollow series is an ongoing collection of four romance and fantasy novels by Caroline Lee, published in 2026. Each book features a different paranormal love story and should be read in publication order, beginning with The Dragon and the Beekeeper's Widow by Honey Phillips. The series continues with The Garlic and the Executioner's Daughter by Olivia T. Turner, The Ogre & the Tea Witch's Daughter by Ava Ross, and The Orc and the Soapmaker's Apprentice by Veronika Kane.

Start with The Dragon and the Beekeeper's Widow(By: Honey Phillips), the first of 4 books in the Moonbell Hollow series.

10 books (2024–2024)

The Orcs Unbound series is an ongoing romance collection featuring ten books published in 2024, each written by a different author and focusing on relationships between human characters and orc companions. The series blends romance with western and action elements across its expanding catalog. Reading the books in publication order is recommended to follow the intended narrative progression. The series continues to grow with new installments being released.

Start with Captured by the Orc(By: J.S. Wilder), the first of 10 books in the Orcs Unbound series.

27 books (2018–2019)

The Quinn Valley Ranch series is a 26-book contemporary western romance collection featuring multiple authors writing interconnected stories set in the same ranching community. Published between 2018 and 2019, this complete series should be read in publication order to follow the relationships and connections that develop across the interconnected narratives. Each book offers standalone romance centered around characters associated with Quinn Valley Ranch, combining western settings with themes of adventure and emotional depth.

Start with Becoming Brooke(By: Kay P. Dawson), the first of 26 books in the Quinn Valley Ranch series.

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1	Becoming Brooke(By: Kay P. Dawson) 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Contracted Cowboy(By: Liz Isaacson) 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Daring Dreamer(By: Kirsten Osbourne) 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Fixing Forever 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Ryder Revisited(By: Pamela M. Kelley) 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Scented Sensibility(By: Amelia C. Adams) 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Taco-Truck Tryst(By: Kirsten Osbourne) 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Addie's Adventurer(By: Amelia C. Adams) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Billionaire's Bargain 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	Birthday Boyfriend(By: Liz Isaacson) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	Calico Cupid(By: Kay P. Dawson) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	Calling Charlie(By: Pamela M. Kelley) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	Carter's Cowgirl(By: Melissa McClone) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	Derek's Darling(By: Kirsten Osbourne) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15	Fall Fireside(By: Liz Isaacson) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16	Hannah's Home(By: Pamela M. Kelley) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17	Haylee's Homecoming(By: Kay P. Dawson) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18	Healing Hearts(By: Kay P. Dawson) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19	Landscaping Love(By: Liz Isaacson) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
20	Librarian's Legend 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
21	Moonstruck Marine(By: Kirsten Osbourne) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
22	Playboy's Promise 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
23	Remembering Romance(By: Kay P. Dawson) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
24	Riley's Reverend(By: Kirsten Osbourne) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
25	Secret Sweetheart(By: Liz Isaacson) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
26	Star-Spangled Secret 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
27	Summer Serenade(By: Melissa McClone) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

66 books (2016–2022)

River's End Ranch is a 66-book romance series set in a Western setting, published between 2016 and 2022 and written by multiple authors including Caroline Lee, Amelia C. Adams, Pamela M. Kelley, Cindy Caldwell, and Kirsten Osbourne. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Accidental Agent. Each book features different characters and storylines within the shared ranch setting, allowing readers to explore various romantic adventures across the expanding community.

Start with Accidental Agent(By: Amelia C. Adams), the first of 66 books in the River's End Ranch series.

6 books (2021–2021)

The Second Chance Manor series comprises six historical romance novels published in 2021 featuring interconnected stories set within the manor's walls. Written by Caroline Lee alongside contributions from Merry Farmer and Scarlett Scott, this complete series should be read in publication order to fully appreciate how each standalone romance builds upon the shared setting and cast of characters. The collection blends romance with historical adventure elements, offering readers multiple love stories rooted in the same compelling location.

Start with The Angel and the Aristocrat(By: Merry Farmer), the first of 6 books in the Second Chance Manor series.

3 books (2024–2024)

The Stolen Harlots series by Caroline Lee consists of three paranormal western romance novels featuring orc characters and themes of action and adventure. Published in 2024, the series is ongoing with new installments expected. All three books—Bred by the Orc, Running from the Orc, and Wagered to the Orc—should be read in publication order to follow the interconnected storylines. This series combines romance with western and action elements for readers seeking character-driven paranormal adventures.

Start with Bred by the Orc and read in order.

3 books (2018–2019)

This complete romance series by Caroline Lee contains three books published between 2018 and 2019, blending Western romance with action and adventure elements. The three installments—Lucas's Lady, Verrick's Vixen, and Abigail's Adventure—should be read in publication order to follow the interconnected stories. The series has concluded with all three books now available.

Start with Lucas's Lady and read in order.

9 books (2022–2025)

The Surprise! Dukes series by Caroline Lee comprises nine romance novels published between 2022 and 2025, with the series still ongoing. Each book should be read in publication order, beginning with The Duke's Bartered Mistress and continuing through On the Twelfth Day of Christmas. This Western-influenced romance series blends action and adventure throughout its interconnected standalone stories centered on dukes and their romantic entanglements.

Start with The Duke's Bartered Mistress, the first of 9 books in the Surprise! Dukes series.

4 books (2025–2026)

The Surprised Heirs series by Caroline Lee is an ongoing western romance collection spanning four books published between 2025 and 2026. Beginning with Her Hired Husband and continuing through Her Magnificent Mistake, Her Tempting Traitor, and Her Favorite Forever, this series combines romance with action and adventure elements. Readers should follow the books in publication order to experience the full narrative arc.

Start with Her Hired Husband, the first of 4 books in the Surprised Heirs series.

3 books (2023–2023)

Caroline Lee's Tales of the Harlot's Guide is a three-book romance series set in a Western action-adventure setting, with all three installments published in 2023. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with His Bound Bedmate, followed by His Perfect Princess, and concluding with His Savage Sweet. Each book builds on the preceding stories within this interconnected narrative.

Start with His Bound Bedmate and read in order.

12 books (2017–2017)

The 12 Days of Christmas Mail-Order Brides is a completed twelve-book romance series published in 2017, with each installment written by a different author and featuring a unique character from the classic Christmas song. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Calling Birds by Jacqui Nelson and concluding with The Swan by Piper Huguley. Each book stands alone as a western romance while contributing to the larger themed collection. The series blends romance with western and adventure elements across its complete set.

Start with The Calling Birds(By: Jacqui Nelson), the first of 12 books in the The 12 Days of Christmas Mail-Order Brides series.

#	Title
1	The Calling Birds(By: Jacqui Nelson) 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Dancing Lady(By: Mimi Milan) 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	The Dove(By: Shanna Hatfield) 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	The Drum(By: E.E. Burke) 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	The Gold Ring 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	The Goose(By: Peggy L. Henderson) 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	The Hens(By: Merry Farmer) 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	The Lord(By: Danica Favorite) 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	The Maid(By: Rachel Wesson) 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	The Partridge(By: Kit Morgan) 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	The Piper(By: Amanda McIntyre) 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	The Swan(By: Piper Huguley) 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

24 books (2019–2019)

The Alphabet Mail-Order Brides is a completed 24-book series featuring romance and western settings published in 2019. Written by Caroline Lee alongside several contributing authors, the series follows mail-order bride stories arranged alphabetically from Abigail through the final entries. Readers should follow the publication order to experience the full collection as intended, beginning with Abigail's Adventure and continuing through all 24 installments.

Start with Abigail's Adventure, the first of 24 books in the The Alphabet Mail-Order Brides series.

#	Title
1	Abigail's Adventure 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Beulah's Brains(By: Kirsten Osbourne) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Catalina's Cause(By: Sara Jolene) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Dorthy's Disasters(By: George H. McVey) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Emmeline's Exile(By: Josephine Blake) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Fae's Fantasy(By: Kay P. Dawson) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Glory's Groom(By: Kathleen Ball) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Harriet's Hope(By: Morgan Dawson) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Imogene's Ingenuity(By: Reina Torres) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	Jessamine's Journal(By: Kirsten Osbourne) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	Leanna's Light(By: Maxine Douglas) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	Mia's Misfits(By: Heidi Vanlandingham) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	Nellie's Notions(By: Hildie McQueen) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	Olivia's Obligation(By: Peggy McKenzie) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15	Phebe's Promise(By: Cathryn Chandler) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16	Quinlan's Quest(By: Sylvia McDaniel) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17	Rebecca's Renegade(By: Carra Copelin) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18	Sally's Sailor(By: Laura Stapleton) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19	Tillie's Theatre(By: Keira K. Barton) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
20	Uma's Umbrage(By: Dallis Adams) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
21	Vera's Virtues(By: Cissie Patterson) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
22	Wendi's Wish(By: Danni Roan) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
23	Yetta's Yearning(By: Michele Lindsey) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
24	Zara's Zephyr(By: Janelle Daniels) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

5 books (2019–2021)

The Highland Angels is a five-book romance series by Caroline Lee published between 2019 and 2021, blending Highland, Western, and action-adventure themes. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Bruce's Angel and concluding with The Pirate's Angel. Each book features a different protagonist and can be enjoyed as a standalone romance while contributing to the larger series arc.

Start with The Bruce's Angel, the first of 5 books in the The Highland Angels series.

8 books (2020–2020)

The Hots for Scots is a complete eight-book romance series by Caroline Lee featuring Western and action-adventure elements, published in 2020. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with A Scot Mess and concluding with Too Scot to Hold. This finished series offers a full narrative arc across all eight installments, making it ideal for readers seeking a complete romantic storyline with an adventurous spirit.

Start with A Scot Mess, the first of 8 books in the The Hots for Scots series.

9 books (2026–2026)

The Orc Hockey League is an ongoing romance series by Caroline Lee featuring four books published in 2026. Readers should follow the books in publication order to experience the full story arc. This series blends romance with action and adventure elements within a sports-centered setting.

Start with Perfect Pucking Orc(By: Honey Phillips), the first of 4 books in the The Orc Hockey League series.

5 books (2026–2026)

The Outrageous Oliphants is an ongoing romance and western action-adventure series by Caroline Lee. With five books published beginning in 2026, the series should be read in publication order starting with His Engraver. New installments continue to be released as the series develops.

Start with His Engraver and read in order.

13 books (2026–2026)

The Rake Review: Season 2 is an ongoing romance series featuring Western and action-adventure elements, launched in 2026 with six books published to date. Written by multiple authors including Annabelle Anders, Tabetha Waite, Charlie Lane, Courtney McCaskill, Tracy Sumner, Kate Bateman, Kathleen Ayers, Diana Bold, and Cecilia Rene, the series should be read in publication order beginning with Jealous Rakes and June Mistakes. The books follow a monthly theme structure, with titles referencing different months throughout the year alongside rake-themed romance plots.

Start with Jealous Rakes and June Mistakes(By: Charlie Lane,The Rake Review), the first of 6 books in the The Rake Review: Season 2 series.

7 books (2018–2018)

The Royal Wedding is a complete seven-book romance series published in 2018 that blends Western, action, and adventure elements. Written by Caroline Lee and Merry Farmer, the series should be read in publication order beginning with The Bodyguard's Prince. Each standalone romance features a different character's connection to a prince, culminating in the seventh and final book, The Stepsister's Prince.

Start with The Bodyguard's Prince, the first of 7 books in the The Royal Wedding series.

4 books (2019–2019)

The Sinclair Jewels is a four-book historical romance series by Caroline Lee, featuring action and adventure set in a Western context. Published in 2019, the series is now complete and should be read in publication order beginning with The MacLeod Pirate, followed by The Mackenzie Regent, The Sinclair Hound, and The Sutherland Devil. Each entry in the series builds upon the previous story while exploring the interconnected fates of its characters.

Start with The MacLeod Pirate, the first of 4 books in the The Sinclair Jewels series.

6 books (2013–2015)

The Sweet Cheyenne Quartet is a six-book romance series set in the American West, published between 2013 and 2015. Written by Caroline Lee, this complete series blends romance with action and adventure across its interconnected stories. Readers should begin with A Cheyenne Christmas and proceed through the books in publication order, which runs from A Cheyenne Christmas through Where They Belong.

Start with A Cheyenne Christmas, the first of 6 books in the The Sweet Cheyenne Quartet series.

#	Title
1	A Cheyenne Christmas 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	A Cheyenne Celebration 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	A Cheyenne Christmas Homecoming 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	A Cheyenne Thanksgiving 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	The Mothers of Sweet Cheyenne 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Where They Belong 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (2021–2022)

Those Kilted Bastards is a four-book romance series by Caroline Lee published between 2021 and 2022. The series blends historical romance with action and adventure elements across its complete run. Each book should be read in publication order, beginning with The Duke's Virgin Sister, followed by The Earl's Brazen Widow, The Rake's Insatiable Bride, and The Sinner's Tempting Captor.

Start with The Duke's Virgin Sister, the first of 4 books in the Those Kilted Bastards series.