Charlene Sands Reading Order
26 series · 112 books
Charlene Sands has crafted over 110 romance novels across contemporary and western settings, earning USA Today bestseller status and multiple industry accolades including the National Readers' Choice Award and Booksellers Best Award. Her prolific career spans more than two decades and encompasses diverse series such as the Boone Brothers of Texas, Billionaires & Babies, and Bachelor Auction Returns, showcasing her versatility within the romance genre. Known for blending small-town charm with compelling relationships, Sands appeals to readers seeking both heartfelt character development and the romantic tension that defines her signature storytelling style.
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Anthologies Series
Complete2 books (2016–2026)
Start this series with Summer Sizzle
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on AudibleBachelor Auction Returns Series
Complete3 books (2016–2016)
The Bachelor Auction Returns is a completed three-book romance series published in 2016. Each book in the series was written by a different author—Charlene Sands, Robin Bielman, and Jeannie Moon—and should be read in publication order beginning with Bachelor for Hire. The series combines Western and contemporary romance elements across its standalone stories connected by the bachelor auction premise.
Start with Bachelor for Hire and read in order.
Start this series with Bachelor for Hire
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Complete3 books (2015–2018)
Charlene Sands' Billionaires & Babies series is a complete three-book romance collection published between 2015 and 2018. The books should be read in publication order beginning with The Billionaire's Daddy Test, followed by Twins for the Texan and Heart of a Texan. This Western romance series combines the author's signature blend of billionaire characters and family-centered storylines.
Start with The Billionaire's Daddy Test and read in order.
Start this series with The Billionaire's Daddy Test
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Complete3 books (2019–2020)
This complete Western romance series by Charlene Sands consists of three books published between 2019 and 2020. The books should be read in publication order: Stranded and Seduced, Texan for the Taking, and Vegas Vows, followed by Texas Nights. Each installment follows the Boone brothers of Texas as they navigate love and relationships in contemporary Western settings.
Start with Stranded and Seduced and read in order.
Start this series with Stranded and Seduced
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Complete8 books (1999–2012)
The Dakota Fortunes is a complete eight-book romance series set in the Western genre, published between 1999 and 2012. Written by multiple authors including Charlene Sands, Bronwyn Jameson, Jan Colley, Heidi Betts, Peggy Moreland, and Kathie DeNosky, the series should be read in publication order beginning with Fortune's Vengeful Groom. The final installment, Fortunes' Women, was published in 2012, concluding this interconnected romantic saga.
Start with Fortune's Vengeful Groom, the first of 8 books in the Dakota Fortunes series.
Start this series with Fortune's Vengeful Groom
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Dynasties: The Elliotts Series
Complete12 books (2006–2006)
Dynasties: The Elliotts is a twelve-book romance series that was completed in 2006, featuring contributions from multiple authors including Charlene Sands, Maureen Child, Leanne Banks, Anna DePalo, and others. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Beyond the Boardroom and concluding with Under Deepest Cover. Each book in the collection focuses on different members of the Elliott family and their romantic entanglements within a wealthy dynasty setting.
Start with Beyond the Boardroom(By: Maureen Child), the first of 12 books in the Dynasties: The Elliotts series.
Start this series with Beyond the Boardroom(By: Maureen Child)
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Dynasties: The Newports Series
Complete6 books (2016–2016)
The Dynasties: The Newports is a complete six-book romance series published in 2016 featuring western and contemporary settings centered around the wealthy Newport family. The series should be read in publication order beginning with An Heir for the Billionaire and concluding with The Texan's One-Night Standoff. Each installment explores different members of the Newport dynasty through interconnected stories of romance and family drama.
Start with An Heir for the Billionaire(By: Kat Cantrell), the first of 6 books in the Dynasties: The Newports series.
Start this series with An Heir for the Billionaire(By: Kat Cantrell)
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Forever Texan Series
Complete3 books (2013–2017)
The Forever Texan series is a complete three-book contemporary western romance collection published between 2013 and 2017. Each installment features a different couple and should be read in publication order, beginning with Taming the Texas Cowboy, followed by Loving the Texas Lawman, and concluding with Redeeming the Texas Rancher. Charlene Sands brings her signature romance and western elements to this trilogy about Texans finding love.
Start with Taming the Texas Cowboy and read in order.
Start this series with Taming the Texas Cowboy
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Complete1 book (2018–2018)
Home To Texas Series
Likely Complete3 books (2020–2021)
Charlene Sands' Home To Texas is a three-book contemporary Western romance series published between 2020 and 2021. The books should be read in publication order: Merry Christmas, Cowboy, followed by One-of-a-Kind Bride and The Texas Hero's Homecoming. The series appears to be complete.
Start with Merry Christmas, Cowboy and read in order.
Start this series with Merry Christmas, Cowboy
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Complete2 books (2015–2015)
This contemporary western romance series by Charlene Sands consists of two books published in 2015. The Montana Born Rodeo books should be read in publication order, beginning with Claim Me, Cowboy followed by Romance Me, Cowboy. The series is complete and offers fans of western romance standalone-adjacent stories connected by setting and themes.
Start with Claim Me, Cowboy and read in order.
Start this series with Claim Me, Cowboy
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on AudibleMoonlight Beach Bachelors Series
Complete2 books (2015–2016)
This complete romance series set in a Western setting contains three books published between 2015 and 2016. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Her Forbidden Cowboy, followed by One Secret Night and One Secret Baby. The series explores interconnected stories within the Moonlight Beach Bachelors world and is best experienced chronologically as originally released.
Start with Her Forbidden Cowboy and read in order.
Start this series with Her Forbidden Cowboy
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Complete3 books (2010–2010)
Charlene Sands' Napa Valley Vows is a complete three-book romance series set in a Western setting, published in 2010. The three books—Million-Dollar Marriage Merger, Seduction on the CEO's Terms, and The Billionaire's Baby Arrangement—should be read in publication order to follow the interconnected stories. This series combines romance and Western elements centered around wealthy characters and their relationships in California's wine country.
Start with Million-Dollar Marriage Merger and read in order.
Start this series with Million-Dollar Marriage Merger
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Complete1 book (2018–2018)
Slade Series
Complete2 books (2013–2013)
Charlene Sands' Slade series is a two-book western romance set featuring interconnected stories about the Slade family. Both novels were published in 2013 and should be read in publication order, beginning with Sunset Seduction followed by Sunset Surrender. The series is complete.
Start with Sunset Seduction and read in order.
Start this series with Sunset Seduction
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Complete14 books (2001–2008)
Charlene Sands' Standalone Novels series consists of 14 complete contemporary and western romance books published between 2001 and 2008. Though each novel functions as an independent story, reading them in publication order beginning with Lily Gets Her Man provides the most rewarding experience and allows readers to follow the author's evolving style across the collection. The series spans themes of cowboy romance, workplace relationships, and small-town connections, appealing to fans of western and contemporary romance fiction.
Start with Lily Gets Her Man, the first of 14 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Lily Gets Her Man
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Suite Secrets Series
Complete4 books (2008–2009)
Charlene Sands' Suite Secrets is a complete contemporary romance series consisting of four books published between 2008 and 2009. The novels should be read in publication order, beginning with Do Not Disturb Until Christmas and continuing through Five-Star Cowboy, The Corporate Raider's Revenge, and Reserved for the Tycoon. Each installment builds on the interconnected narratives established in the series, blending western and romance elements across its full arc.
Start with Do Not Disturb Until Christmas, the first of 4 books in the Suite Secrets series.
Start this series with Do Not Disturb Until Christmas
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Complete1 book (2017–2017)
Texas Cattleman's Club: Maverick County Millionaires Series
Complete6 books (2008–2009)
The Texas Cattleman's Club: Maverick County Millionaires series consists of six contemporary western romance novels published between 2008 and 2009. This complete series follows publication order, beginning with Taming the Texas Tycoon by Katherine Garbera and continuing through works by Day Leclaire, Brenda Jackson, Jennifer Lewis, and Michelle Celmer. Each book stands alone while contributing to the larger world of the Texas Cattleman's Club, making it accessible to readers whether they follow the entire sequence or pick individual titles.
Start with Taming the Texas Tycoon(By: Katherine Garbera), the first of 6 books in the Texas Cattleman's Club: Maverick County Millionaires series.
Start this series with Taming the Texas Tycoon(By: Katherine Garbera)
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Texas Cattleman's Club: The Missing Mogul Series
Complete10 books (2013–2014)
The Texas Cattleman's Club: The Missing Mogul is a completed ten-book contemporary romance series set in Texas, published between 2013 and 2014. Written by multiple romance authors including Charlene Sands, Sara Orwig, Kathie DeNosky, and others, the books should be read in publication order beginning with Deep in a Texan's Heart. The series explores interconnected stories within the glamorous world of the Texas Cattleman's Club as members navigate mystery, romance, and drama.
Start with Deep in a Texan's Heart(By: Sara Orwig), the first of 10 books in the Texas Cattleman's Club: The Missing Mogul series.
Start this series with Deep in a Texan's Heart(By: Sara Orwig)
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Texas Cattleman’s Club: Rags to Riches Series
Likely Complete8 books (2020–2021)
The Texas Cattleman's Club: Rags to Riches is an eight-book contemporary romance series published between 2020 and 2021, featuring contributions from multiple authors including Charlene Sands, Andrea Laurence, Yvonne Lindsay, Katherine Garbera, Jules Bennett, Cat Schield, Maureen Child, and Naima Simone. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Billionaire Behind The Mask and concluding with One Night in Texas. These interconnected western romance novels explore themes of wealth, ambition, and relationships within the fictional Texas Cattleman's Club community.
Start with Billionaire Behind The Mask(By: Andrea Laurence), the first of 8 books in the Texas Cattleman’s Club: Rags to Riches series.
Start this series with Billionaire Behind The Mask(By: Andrea Laurence)
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Texas Tremaines Series
Likely Complete2 books (2021–2021)
This two-book contemporary romance series set in Texas was published in 2021 and should be read in publication order beginning with Craving a Real Texan followed by The Fake Engagement Favor. The series appears to be complete.
Start with Craving a Real Texan and read in order.
Start this series with Craving a Real Texan
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Complete6 books (2012–2012)
The Highest Bidder is a complete six-book romance series published in 2012, featuring contributions from multiple authors including Charlene Sands, Barbara Dunlop, Paula Roe, Yvonne Lindsay, Maureen Child, and Cat Schield. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with A Golden Betrayal and concluding with The Rogue's Fortune. This Western romance series blends the genre's traditional elements with contemporary romance storytelling across its interconnected narrative.
Start with A Golden Betrayal(By: Barbara Dunlop), the first of 6 books in the The Highest Bidder series.
Start this series with A Golden Betrayal(By: Barbara Dunlop)
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The Slades of Sunset Ranch Series
Complete2 books (2013–2014)
Charlene Sands' Slades of Sunset Ranch is a complete two-book Western romance series published between 2013 and 2014. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Secret Heir of Sunset Ranch followed by Redeeming the CEO Cowboy.
Start with The Secret Heir of Sunset Ranch and read in order.
Start this series with The Secret Heir of Sunset Ranch
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Complete4 books (2011–2012)
The Worths of Red Ridge is a complete four-book contemporary Western romance series by Charlene Sands, published between 2011 and 2012. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Carrying the Rancher's Heir and continuing through The Cowboy's Pride, A Cowboy Worth Claiming, and Worth the Risk. Each installment follows the romantic journeys of the Worth family as they navigate life and love on their Red Ridge ranch.
Start with Carrying the Rancher's Heir, the first of 4 books in the The Worths of Red Ridge series.
Start this series with Carrying the Rancher's Heir
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Complete1 book (2018–2018)
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Charlene Sands written?
- Charlene Sands has written 112 books across 26 series. Their published works span from 1999 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Charlene Sands series?
- Here are the first books in Charlene Sands's series: Anthologies: Summer Sizzle; Bachelor Auction Returns: Bachelor for Hire; Billionaires & Babies: The Billionaire's Daddy Test; Boone Brothers of Texas: Stranded and Seduced; Dakota Fortunes: Fortune's Vengeful Groom.
- What order should I read Charlene Sands's books?
- We recommend reading Charlene Sands's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Charlene Sands's series complete?
- Charlene Sands has 23 completed series.

