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Elizabeth Lowell

Elizabeth Lowell Reading Order

9 series Β· 62 books Β· Born 1944

Elizabeth Lowell is the pen name of Ann Maxwell, a prolific author who has sold millions of copies worldwide across multiple genres including romance, historical fiction, mystery, and thriller. Writing independently and collaboratively with her husband Evan Maxwell, she crafted over sixty novels organized into nine interconnected series, including the beloved Angel, Hawk and Raven, and MacKenzie-Blackthorn sequences. Her career spanning from 1975 to 2015 demonstrates her versatility in blending romantic tension with suspenseful plotting and richly detailed historical settings.

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Angel, Hawk and Raven Series

Complete

2 books (1985–1987)

The Angel, Hawk and Raven series by Elizabeth Lowell consists of two complete historical romance novels published between 1985 and 1987. Both books should be read in publication order, beginning with A Woman Without Lies followed by Love Song for a Raven. This series blends mystery, thriller elements, and historical fiction with romantic storylines.

Start with A Woman Without Lies and read in order.

Start this series with A Woman Without Lies

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A Woman Without Lies
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Love Song for a Raven / Love Song

Donovans Series

Complete

4 books (1997–2000)

The Donovans series by Elizabeth Lowell comprises four complete novels published between 1997 and 2000. Each book should be read in publication order, beginning with Amber Beach, followed by Jade Island, Pearl Cove, and Midnight in Ruby Bayou. This mystery-tinged romance series blends historical fiction elements throughout its interconnected narrative.

Start with Amber Beach, the first of 4 books in the Donovans series.

MacKenzie-Blackthorn Series

Complete

5 books (1989–1991)

The MacKenzie-Blackthorn series is a five-book collection of historical romance and mystery novels by Elizabeth Lowell, published between 1989 and 1991. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Fire and Rain, followed by Reckless Love, Granite Man, Outlaw, and Warrior. Each installment weaves together elements of romance, suspense, and historical fiction set in the American frontier.

Start with Fire and Rain, the first of 5 books in the MacKenzie-Blackthorn series.

McCalls Series

Complete

2 books (1988–1988)

Elizabeth Lowell's McCalls series consists of two complete historical romance novels published in 1988. Dark Fire and Fever should be read in publication order to fully experience the interconnected narrative. This brief series blends mystery, thriller, and historical fiction elements within its romance framework.

Start with Dark Fire and read in order.

Medieval Series

Complete

3 books (1993–1994)

Elizabeth Lowell's Medieval trilogy is a complete historical romance series consisting of three books published between 1993 and 1994. The novels should be read in publication order beginning with Forbidden, followed by Untamed, and concluding with Enchanted. This series blends historical fiction with romance and mystery elements across its interconnected narrative.

Start with Forbidden and read in order.

Medieval: Rarities Unlimited Series

Complete

4 books (2001–2004)

Elizabeth Lowell's Medieval: Rarities Unlimited is a complete four-book series published between 2001 and 2004, blending mystery, romance, and historical fiction. The novels should be read in publication order, beginning with Moving Target and continuing through Running Scared, Die in Plain Sight, and concluding with The Color of Death. This interconnected series combines contemporary storytelling with historical elements centered around rare medieval artifacts.

Start with Moving Target, the first of 4 books in the Medieval: Rarities Unlimited series.

Only Series

Complete

6 books (1991–1996)

The Only series is a complete collection of six romantic suspense novels by Elizabeth Lowell published between 1991 and 1996. Each book should be read in publication order, beginning with Only His and continuing through Only Mine, Only You, Only Love, Autumn Lover, and concluding with Winter Fire. The series blends mystery, romance, and historical elements across its installments.

Start with Only His, the first of 6 books in the Only series.

St. Kilda Series

Complete

5 books (2005–2010)

Elizabeth Lowell's St. Kilda series comprises five complete novels published between 2005 and 2010, blending mystery, thriller, romance, and historical fiction elements. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Always Time to Die and concluding with Death Echo. This interconnected series follows the operations and cases of St. Kilda, a private security and investigation firm, with each installment exploring different characters and investigations while maintaining continuity across the sequence.

Start with Always Time to Die, the first of 5 books in the St. Kilda series.

Start this series with Always Time to Die

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Standalone Novels Series

Complete

31 books (1975–2015)

Elizabeth Lowell wrote 31 standalone novels published between 1975 and 2015, blending mystery, thriller, romance, and historical fiction elements throughout her complete body of work. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Change, and span her career under various pen names including Ann Maxwell and A.E. Maxwell. The series concludes with her final standalone novel in 2015, offering readers a comprehensive collection of independently plotted stories rather than interconnected narratives.

Start with Change(By: Ann Maxwell), the first of 31 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Change(By: Ann Maxwell)

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Change(By: Ann Maxwell)
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The Singer Enigma(By: Ann Maxwell)
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A Dead God Dancing(By: Ann Maxwell)
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Cover of Golden Empire(By: A.E. Maxwell)
Golden Empire(By: A.E. Maxwell)
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Cover of Name of a Shadow(By: Ann Maxwell)
Name of a Shadow(By: Ann Maxwell)
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Cover of Steal the Sun(By: A.E. Maxwell)
Steal the Sun(By: A.E. Maxwell)
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Cover of The Jaws of Menx(By: Ann Maxwell)
The Jaws of Menx(By: Ann Maxwell)
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Cover of Death is Forever / The Diamond Tiger(With: Evan Maxwell)
Death is Forever / The Diamond Tiger(With: Evan Maxwell)
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Cover of Desert Rain / Summer Thunder(By: Ann Maxwell)
Desert Rain / Summer Thunder(By: Ann Maxwell)
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Cover of To the Ends of the Earth / The Danvers Touch
To the Ends of the Earth / The Danvers Touch
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Cover of Remember Summer / Summer Games
Remember Summer / Summer Games
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Cover of Beautiful Dreamer / Valley of the Sun
Beautiful Dreamer / Valley of the Sun
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Cover of Where the Heart Is / Traveling Man
Where the Heart Is / Traveling Man
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Cover of Eden Burning / Fires of Eden
Eden Burning / Fires of Eden
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This Time Love / Sequel
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Cover of Redwood Empire(By: A.E. Maxwell)
Redwood Empire(By: A.E. Maxwell)
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Cover of Sweet Wind, Wild Wind
Sweet Wind, Wild Wind
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Cover of The Golden Mountain(By: Annalise Sun)
The Golden Mountain(By: Annalise Sun)
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Thunderheart(By: Lowell Charters)
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Cover of The Secret Sister / The Secret Sisters(By: Ann Maxwell,Evan Maxwell)
The Secret Sister / The Secret Sisters(By: Ann Maxwell,Evan Maxwell)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Elizabeth Lowell written?
Elizabeth Lowell has written 62 books across 9 series. Their published works span from 1975 to 2015.
What is the first book in each Elizabeth Lowell series?
Here are the first books in Elizabeth Lowell's series: Angel, Hawk and Raven: A Woman Without Lies; Donovans: Amber Beach; MacKenzie-Blackthorn: Fire and Rain; McCalls: Dark Fire; Medieval: Forbidden.
What order should I read Elizabeth Lowell's books?
We recommend reading Elizabeth Lowell's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Elizabeth Lowell's series complete?
Elizabeth Lowell has 9 completed series.

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