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Grace Burrowes

Grace Burrowes Reading Order

22 series Β· 126 books

Grace Burrowes is an accomplished author of historical romance, known for her engaging storytelling and richly drawn characters. With an impressive catalogue of 126 books spanning 22 series, including titles like Bad Heir Day Tales and The Hallaway Family, she has captivated readers since her debut in 2003. Active until 2026, Burrowes continues to enchant fans with her works that blend romance and historical detail.

Anthologies Series

Likely Complete

5 books (2014–2021)

Start with Christmas in the Duke's Arms, the first of 5 books in the Anthologies series.

#Title
1
Cover of Christmas in the Duke's Arms
Christmas in the Duke's Arms
2
Cover of Dancing in the Duke's Arms
Dancing in the Duke's Arms
3
Cover of 'Tis the Season: Regency Yuletide Short Stories
'Tis the Season: Regency Yuletide Short Stories
4
One Scandalous Season: Four Holiday Novellas
5
Storm & Shelter: A Bluestocking Belles Collection with Friends

Bad Heir Day Tales Series

Ongoing

5 books (2024–2026)

Start with The Dreadful Duke, the first of 5 books in the Bad Heir Day Tales series.

#Title
1
The Dreadful Duke
2
The Mysterious Marquess
3
The Besotted Baron
4
The Elusive Earl
5
An Heir of Distinction

Captive Hearts Series

Complete

3 books (2014–2014)

Start with The Captive / The Captive Duke and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of The Captive / The Captive Duke
The Captive / The Captive Duke
2
3
Cover of The Traitor
The Traitor

Duke's Obsession Series

Complete

3 books (2010–2011)

Start with The Heir and read in order.

#Title
1
2
The Soldier
3
The Virtuoso

Highland Holidays Collections Series

Complete

2 books (2015–2015)

Start with Must Love Highlanders and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of Must Love Highlanders
Must Love Highlanders
2
Cover of Must Love Scotland
Must Love Scotland

Jaded Gentlemen Series

Complete

4 books (2015–2016)

Start with Axel, the first of 4 books in the Jaded Gentlemen series.

Lady Violet Mysteries Series

Likely Complete

8 books (2022–2023)

Start with Lady Violet Attends a Wedding, the first of 8 books in the Lady Violet Mysteries series.

#Title
1
Lady Violet Attends a Wedding
2
Lady Violet Enjoys a Frolic
3
Lady Violet Finds a Bridegroom
4
Lady Violet Goes for a Gallop
5
Lady Violet Holds a Baby
6
Lady Violet Investigates
7
Lady Violet Pays a Call
8
Lady Violet Says I Do

Lonely Lords Series

Complete

13 books (2013–2016)

Start with Andrew, the first of 13 books in the Lonely Lords series.

Lord Julian Mysteries Series

Ongoing

12 books (2023–2026)

Start with A Gentleman Fallen on Hard Times, the first of 12 books in the Lord Julian Mysteries series.

#Title
1
A Gentleman Fallen on Hard Times
2
A Gentleman in Challenging Circumstances
3
A Gentleman of Dubious Reputation
4
A Gentleman Under the Mistletoe
5
A Gentleman in Pursuit of Truth
6
A Gentleman in Search of a Wife
7
A Gentleman of Unreliable Honor
8
A Gentleman in Possession of Secrets
9
A Gentleman of Questionable Judgment
10
A Gentleman of Sinister Schemes
11
A Gentleman Far From Home
12
A Gentleman of Modest Ambitions

MacGregors Series

Complete

5 books (2012–2014)

Start with The Bridegroom Wore Plaid, the first of 5 books in the MacGregors series.

#Title
1
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The Bridegroom Wore Plaid
2
Mary Fran and Matthew
3
Cover of Once Upon a Tartan
Once Upon a Tartan
4
Cover of The MacGregor's Lady
The MacGregor's Lady
5
Cover of What a Lady Needs for Christmas
What a Lady Needs for Christmas

Mischief in Mayfair Series

Likely Complete

9 books (2021–2023)

Start with Miss Delectable, the first of 9 books in the Mischief in Mayfair series.

#Title
1
Miss Delectable
2
Miss Delightful
3
Miss Dauntless
4
Miss Desirable
5
Miss Dignified
6
Miss Dashing
7
Miss Determined
8
Miss Devoted
9
Miss Dramatic

Rogues to Riches Series

Likely Complete

8 books (2018–2022)

Start with My One and Only Duke, the first of 8 books in the Rogues to Riches series.

#Title
1
Cover of My One and Only Duke
My One and Only Duke
2
Cover of Forever and a Duke
Forever and a Duke
3
Cover of When a Duchess Says I Do
When a Duchess Says I Do
4
Cover of A Duke by Any Other Name
A Duke by Any Other Name
5
Cover of The Truth About Dukes
The Truth About Dukes
6
Cover of A Rogue in Winter
A Rogue in Winter
7
Cover of How to Catch a Duke
How to Catch a Duke
8
Never a Duke

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Ongoing

6 books (2003–2025)

Start with The Duke and the April Flowers, the first of 6 books in the Short Stories/Novellas series.

#Title
1
The Duke and the April Flowers
2
Respect for Christmas
3
The Cowboy Wore a Kilt
4
Worth More Than Rubies
5
A Kiss for Hope
6
A Kiss for the Ages

Short Story Collections Series

Complete

2 books (2016–2020)

Start with Two Wee Drams of Love and read in order.

#Title
1
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Two Wee Drams of Love
2
A Duke Walked into a House Party: May I Have This Duke / The Duke of My Dreams

Siren's Retreat Novella Quartet Series

Likely Complete

4 books (2022–2022)

Start with A Spinster by the Sea, the first of 4 books in the Siren's Retreat Novella Quartet series.

#Title
1
A Spinster by the Sea
2
A Tryst by the Sea
3
An Affair by the Sea(By: Erica Ridley)
4
Love Letters by the Sea(By: Erica Ridley)

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

2 books (2015–2015)

Start with Love on the Links and read in order.

#Title
1
Love on the Links
2
Cover of The Duke's Disaster
The Duke's Disaster

Sweetest Kisses Series

Complete

5 books (2014–2015)

Start with A Kiss for Luck, the first of 5 books in the Sweetest Kisses series.

#Title
1
A Kiss for Luck
2
Cover of Kiss and Tell
Kiss and Tell
3
A Single Kiss
4
Cover of Kiss Me Hello
Kiss Me Hello
5
The First Kiss

The Hallaway Family Series

Complete

2 books (2018–2018)

Start with A Rogue Walks into a Ball(By: Emily Greenwood) and read in order.

#Title
1
A Rogue Walks into a Ball(By: Emily Greenwood)
2
Cover of Marquesses at the Masquerade(With: Susanna Ives,Emily Greenwood)
Marquesses at the Masquerade(With: Susanna Ives,Emily Greenwood)

Trouble Wears Tartan Series

Complete

3 books (2017–2018)

Start with Elias in Love and read in order.

#Title
1
Elias in Love
2
Cover of Tartan Two-Step
Tartan Two-Step
3
Cover of Scotland to the Max
Scotland to the Max

True Gentlemen Series

Likely Complete

12 books (2015–2021)

Start with Daniel's True Desire, the first of 12 books in the True Gentlemen series.

#Title
1
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Daniel's True Desire
2
Cover of Tremaine's True Love
Tremaine's True Love
3
Cover of Will's True Wish
Will's True Wish
4
Cover of His Lordship's True Lady
His Lordship's True Lady
5
Cover of A Truly Perfect Gentleman
A Truly Perfect Gentleman
6
My Own True Duchess
7
Cover of A Lady of True Distinction
A Lady of True Distinction
8
A Lady's Dream Come True
9
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A Woman of True Honor
10
My Heart's True Delight
11
The Last True Gentleman
12
Truly Beloved

Windham Brides Series

Complete

4 books (2016–2018)

Start with The Trouble with Dukes, the first of 4 books in the Windham Brides series.

#Title
1
Cover of The Trouble with Dukes
The Trouble with Dukes
2
No Other Duke Will Do
3
Cover of Too Scot to Handle
Too Scot to Handle
4
Cover of A Rogue of Her Own
A Rogue of Her Own

Windham Sisters Series

Complete

9 books (2011–2014)

Start with Lady Sophie's Christmas Wish, the first of 9 books in the Windham Sisters series.

#Title
1
Cover of Lady Sophie's Christmas Wish
Lady Sophie's Christmas Wish
2
Cover of Lady Louisa's Christmas Knight
Lady Louisa's Christmas Knight
3
Cover of Lady Maggie's Secret Scandal
Lady Maggie's Secret Scandal
4
Cover of The Courtship
The Courtship
5
Cover of Lady Eve's Indiscretion
Lady Eve's Indiscretion
6
Lady Jenny's Christmas Portrait
7
Morgan and Archer
8
Cover of The Duke and His Duchess
The Duke and His Duchess
9
Jonathan and Amy

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Grace Burrowes written?
Grace Burrowes has written 126 books across 22 series. Their published works span from 2003 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Grace Burrowes series?
Here are the first books in Grace Burrowes's series: Anthologies: Christmas in the Duke's Arms; Bad Heir Day Tales: The Dreadful Duke; Captive Hearts: The Captive / The Captive Duke; Duke's Obsession: The Heir; Highland Holidays Collections: Must Love Highlanders.
What order should I read Grace Burrowes's books?
We recommend reading Grace Burrowes's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Grace Burrowes still writing new books?
Yes, Grace Burrowes has 3 ongoing series: Bad Heir Day Tales, Lord Julian Mysteries, Short Stories/Novellas.

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