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Grace Burrowes

Grace Burrowes Reading Order

22 series Β· 129 books

Grace Burrowes is a prolific historical romance author with over 125 books across 22 series, blending her background in law and conflict resolution into richly layered narratives featuring complex relationships and emotional depth. Her works span from intimate character studies to sweeping historical epics, with notable series including the Duke's Obsession and Captive Hearts collections, along with multiple holiday anthologies. Since beginning her publishing career in 2010, Burrowes has established herself as a master of the romance genre, earning numerous accolades and recognition from the Romance Writers of America.

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Anthologies Series

Likely Complete

6 books (2014–2021)

Grace Burrowes' Anthologies series consists of five collections published between 2014 and 2021, each featuring holiday-themed short fiction and novellas spanning the fantasy and romance genres. These volumes should be read in publication order, beginning with Christmas in the Duke's Arms and progressing through Dancing in the Duke's Arms, 'Tis the Season: Regency Yuletide Short Stories, Duke the Halls, and concluding with One Scandalous Season: Four Holiday Novellas. The series appears to be complete, though some entries involve collaborative collections with other authors. These standalone stories and novellas can be enjoyed independently but form a cohesive body of work when read sequentially.

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

Start this series with Christmas in the Duke's Arms

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Christmas in the Duke's Arms
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Dancing in the Duke's Arms
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'Tis the Season: Regency Yuletide Short Stories
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One Scandalous Season: Four Holiday Novellas
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Storm & Shelter: A Bluestocking Belles Collection with Friends

Bad Heir Day Tales Series

Ongoing

6 books (2024–2026)

The Bad Heir Day Tales is an ongoing fantasy romance series by Grace Burrowes with five books published between 2024 and 2026. Readers should begin with The Dreadful Duke and continue in publication order through The Mysterious Marquess, The Besotted Baron, The Elusive Earl, and concluding entries. Each standalone tale features interconnected characters and settings, making sequential reading the recommended approach to fully appreciate the series' developing world and relationships.

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

Start this series with The Dreadful Duke

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The Mysterious Marquess
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An Heir of Distinction
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An Heir of Possibilities

Captive Hearts Series

Complete

3 books (2014–2014)

This completed fantasy romance series by Grace Burrowes contains three books published in 2014. The novels should be read in publication order, beginning with The Captive (also titled The Captive Duke), followed by The Laird and The Traitor. Each installment builds on the previous story, making sequential reading essential for full enjoyment of the series.

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

Start this series with The Captive / The Captive Duke

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Duke's Obsession Series

Complete

3 books (2010–2011)

Grace Burrowes's Duke's Obsession trilogy consists of three fantasy romance novels published between 2010 and 2011, with each book building on the previous installment. The series is complete and should be read in publication order beginning with The Heir, followed by The Soldier and The Virtuoso. This interconnected sequence follows a continuous narrative arc across all three volumes.

Start with The Heir and read in order.

Highland Holidays Collections Series

Complete

2 books (2015–2015)

Grace Burrowes's Highland Holidays Collections comprises two complete romance novels set in a Scottish Highland setting, released in 2015. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Must Love Highlanders followed by Must Love Scotland. These standalone yet connected stories blend fantasy and romance elements within their Highland setting.

Start with Must Love Highlanders and read in order.

Start this series with Must Love Highlanders

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Jaded Gentlemen Series

Complete

4 books (2015–2016)

The Jaded Gentlemen series by Grace Burrowes consists of four complete fantasy romance novels released between 2015 and 2016. Readers should begin with Axel and proceed through Matthew, Thomas, and Jack in publication order to fully experience the interconnected story. This finished series follows a set progression designed to be read sequentially from the first installment onward.

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

Lady Violet Mysteries Series

Likely Complete

8 books (2022–2023)

Grace Burrowes' Lady Violet Mysteries comprises eight books published between 2022 and 2023, blending fantasy and romance elements. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Lady Violet Attends a Wedding and continuing through Lady Violet Says I Do. The series appears to be complete as of now.

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

Start this series with Lady Violet Attends a Wedding

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Lady Violet Attends a Wedding
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Lady Violet Enjoys a Frolic
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Lady Violet Finds a Bridegroom
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Lady Violet Goes for a Gallop
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Lady Violet Holds a Baby
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Lady Violet Investigates
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Lady Violet Pays a Call
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Lady Violet Says I Do

Lonely Lords Series

Complete

13 books (2013–2016)

The Lonely Lords series consists of thirteen fantasy romance novels published between 2013 and 2016. This completed series should be read in publication order, beginning with Andrew and continuing through Ashton. Each book follows a different character, with individual titles named after the protagonists, allowing readers to experience the interconnected stories as Grace Burrowes intended them to unfold.

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

Lord Julian Mysteries Series

Ongoing

13 books (2023–2026)

The Lord Julian Mysteries is an ongoing fantasy romance series by Grace Burrowes comprising 12 books published between 2023 and 2026. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with A Gentleman Fallen on Hard Times and continuing through A Gentleman of Very Few Words. Each installment follows Lord Julian as he navigates various mysteries and romantic entanglements across the interconnected narratives.

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

Start this series with A Gentleman Fallen on Hard Times

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A Gentleman Fallen on Hard Times
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A Gentleman in Challenging Circumstances
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A Gentleman of Dubious Reputation
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A Gentleman Under the Mistletoe
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A Gentleman in Pursuit of Truth
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A Gentleman in Search of a Wife
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A Gentleman of Unreliable Honor
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A Gentleman in Possession of Secrets
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A Gentleman of Questionable Judgment
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A Gentleman of Sinister Schemes
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A Gentleman Far From Home
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A Gentleman of Modest Ambitions
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A Gentleman of Very Few Words

MacGregors Series

Complete

5 books (2012–2014)

Grace Burrowes' MacGregors series comprises five fantasy romance novels published between 2012 and 2014. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Bridegroom Wore Plaid and continuing through Mary Fran and Matthew, Once Upon a Tartan, The MacGregor's Lady, and concluding with What a Lady Needs for Christmas.

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

Start this series with The Bridegroom Wore Plaid

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The Bridegroom Wore Plaid
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Mary Fran and Matthew
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The MacGregor's Lady
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What a Lady Needs for Christmas

Mischief in Mayfair Series

Likely Complete

9 books (2021–2023)

The Mischief in Mayfair series by Grace Burrowes consists of nine romance novels published between 2021 and 2023, with the series likely complete. Each book follows its own protagonists while contributing to the broader narrative of the series, and should be read in publication order beginning with Miss Delectable. The series includes Miss Delectable, Miss Delightful, Miss Dauntless, Miss Desirable, Miss Dignified, Miss Dashing, Miss Determined, Miss Devoted, and Miss Dramatic.

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

Rogues to Riches Series

Likely Complete

8 books (2018–2022)

Grace Burrowes' Rogues to Riches series comprises eight fantasy romance novels published between 2018 and 2022, with the sequence appearing to be complete. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with My One and Only Duke and continuing through Never a Duke. Each installment explores the romantic journeys of characters navigating their way from uncertain circumstances to positions of nobility and lasting love.

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

Start this series with My One and Only Duke

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My One and Only Duke
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When a Duchess Says I Do
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A Duke by Any Other Name
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The Truth About Dukes
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Short Stories/Novellas Series

Ongoing

6 books (2003–2025)

Grace Burrowes's Short Stories/Novellas series consists of six fantasy and romance entries published between 2003 and 2025, with the series remaining ongoing. The collection includes The Duke and the April Flowers, Respect for Christmas, The Cowboy Wore a Kilt, Worth More Than Rubies, A Kiss for Hope, and A Kiss for the Ages. These works should be read in publication order, beginning with The Duke and the April Flowers.

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

Start this series with The Duke and the April Flowers

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The Duke and the April Flowers
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Respect for Christmas
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The Cowboy Wore a Kilt
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Worth More Than Rubies
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Short Story Collections Series

Complete

2 books (2016–2020)

Grace Burrowes' short story collections span four years and comprise two volumes of fantasy and romance tales. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Two Wee Drams of Love (2016) and continuing with A Duke Walked into a House Party: May I Have This Duke / The Duke of My Dreams (2020). The series is complete with no additional volumes planned.

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

Start this series with Two Wee Drams of Love

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Two Wee Drams of Love
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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)

The Siren's Retreat Novella Quartet is a four-book fantasy romance series published in 2022 featuring interconnected stories set by the sea. Written by Grace Burrowes and Erica Ridley, this likely complete series should be read in publication order beginning with A Spinster by the Sea, followed by A Tryst by the Sea, An Affair by the Sea, and Love Letters by the Sea.

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

Start this series with A Spinster by the Sea

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A Spinster by the Sea
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An Affair by the Sea(By: Erica Ridley)
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Love Letters by the Sea(By: Erica Ridley)

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

2 books (2015–2015)

Grace Burrowes' two-book series of standalone romance novels was completed in 2015, with Love on the Links followed by The Duke's Disaster. Each book can be enjoyed independently, though reading them in publication order provides the most rewarding experience. These fantasy-tinged romances blend Burrowes' signature storytelling with fantastical elements and passionate relationships.

Start with Love on the Links and read in order.

Start this series with Love on the Links

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Sweetest Kisses Series

Complete

5 books (2014–2015)

The Sweetest Kisses series by Grace Burrowes comprises five romance novels published between 2014 and 2015. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with A Kiss for Luck and continuing through Kiss and Tell, A Single Kiss, Kiss Me Hello, and concluding with The First Kiss. Each book builds on the previous entries in the sequence, making publication order essential for following the full narrative arc.

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

The Hallaway Family Series

Complete

2 books (2018–2018)

The Hallaway Family series consists of two complete fantasy romance novels published in 2018. Both books should be read in publication order, beginning with A Rogue Walks into a Ball and continuing with Marquesses at the Masquerade. The series was written collaboratively, with Emily Greenwood authoring the first installment and co-authoring the second with Susanna Ives.

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

Start this series with A Rogue Walks into a Ball(By: Emily Greenwood)

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A Rogue Walks into a Ball(By: Emily Greenwood)
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Marquesses at the Masquerade(With: Susanna Ives,Emily Greenwood)

Trouble Wears Tartan Series

Complete

3 books (2017–2018)

Grace Burrowes's Trouble Wears Tartan trilogy spans three books released between 2017 and 2018, following a complete arc best enjoyed in publication order. Beginning with Elias in Love and continuing through Tartan Two-Step to Scotland to the Max, this fantasy romance series blends magical and romantic elements. The trilogy is finished, so readers can enjoy the full story without waiting for additional releases.

Start with Elias in Love and read in order.

True Gentlemen Series

Likely Complete

12 books (2015–2021)

Grace Burrowes's True Gentlemen series consists of twelve interconnected romance novels published between 2015 and 2021, with the series appearing to be complete. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Daniel's True Desire and concluding with Truly Beloved. Each installment features new protagonists while maintaining connections to characters from previous entries, making the series ideal for readers who enjoy ensemble casts across multiple linked stories.

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

Start this series with Daniel's True Desire

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Daniel's True Desire
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Tremaine's True Love
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His Lordship's True Lady
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A Truly Perfect Gentleman
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A Lady of True Distinction
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A Lady's Dream Come True
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A Woman of True Honor
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My Heart's True Delight
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The Last True Gentleman
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Windham Brides Series

Complete

4 books (2016–2018)

The Windham Brides series by Grace Burrowes consists of four complete romance novels published between 2016 and 2018. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Trouble with Dukes and continuing through No Other Duke Will Do, Too Scot to Handle, and concluding with A Rogue of Her Own. Each entry can be enjoyed as a standalone story while contributing to the broader narrative arc of the series.

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

Start this series with The Trouble with Dukes

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The Trouble with Dukes
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No Other Duke Will Do
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Windham Sisters Series

Complete

9 books (2011–2014)

The Windham Sisters series comprises nine complete books published between 2011 and 2014, each exploring the romantic journeys of interconnected characters. Begin with Lady Sophie's Christmas Wish and proceed through the series in publication order to follow the evolving relationships and storylines. The series concludes with Jonathan and Amy, offering a satisfying endpoint to this romantic fantasy series.

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

Start this series with Lady Sophie's Christmas Wish

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Lady Sophie's Christmas Wish
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Lady Louisa's Christmas Knight
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Lady Maggie's Secret Scandal
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Lady Eve's Indiscretion
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Lady Jenny's Christmas Portrait
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The Duke and His Duchess
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Grace Burrowes written?
Grace Burrowes has written 129 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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