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8 series Β· 100 books Β· Born 1935

Gwynne Forster is an American romance novelist who wrote across multiple interconnected series from 1995 to 2013, producing over fifty books that explore contemporary relationships and emotional depth. With advanced degrees in sociology and economics, she brought an informed perspective to her character-driven narratives, particularly in her Harringtons and At Your Service series. Her work spans both standalone collections and multi-book sagas, offering readers romance that blends personal drama with sophisticated social awareness.

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Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (1998–1998)

At Your Service Series

Complete

5 books (2003–2004)

The At Your Service series is a complete collection of five romance novels published between 2003 and 2004. Each book in the series is written by a different author, including Candice Poarch, Kim Louise, and Linda Hudson-Smith, creating a collaborative work within the romance genre. Readers should begin with Courage Under Fire and follow the publication order through all five installments to experience the full series.

Start with Courage Under Fire(By: Candice Poarch), the first of 5 books in the At Your Service series.

Start this series with Courage Under Fire(By: Candice Poarch)

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Courage Under Fire(By: Candice Poarch)
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The Glory of Love(By: Kim Louise)
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Top-Secret Rendezvous(By: Linda Hudson-Smith)
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Fearless Hearts(By: Linda Hudson-Smith)

Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2012–2012)

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Harringtons Series

Complete

5 books (2002–2011)

Gwynne Forster's Harringtons series consists of five romance novels published between 2002 and 2011, following the lives and loves of the Harrington family across multiple generations. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Once in a Lifetime and continuing through After the Loving, Love Me or Leave Me, Love Me Tonight, and concluding with A Compromising Affair.

Start with Once in a Lifetime, the first of 5 books in the Harringtons series.

Start this series with Once in a Lifetime

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A Compromising Affair

Kimani Hotties Series

Complete

46 books (2009–2015)

The Kimani Hotties series is a collection of 46 contemporary romance novels published between 2009 and 2015, featuring stories by multiple authors including Gwynne Forster, Carmen Green, Anita Bunkley, and others. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with The Perfect Seduction. Each book stands as an individual romance while contributing to the larger Kimani Hotties brand of steamy, character-driven love stories.

Start with The Perfect Seduction(By: Carmen Green), the first of 46 books in the Kimani Hotties series.

Start this series with The Perfect Seduction(By: Carmen Green)

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The Perfect Seduction(By: Carmen Green)
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The Perfect Solitaire(By: Carmen Green)
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Boardroom Seduction(By: Anita Bunkley)
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Flirting with Destiny(By: Celeste O. Norfleet)
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Make It Last Forever(By: Gwyneth Bolton)
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Miami Attraction(By: Elaine Overton)
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Pleasure for Two(By: Pamela Yaye)
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The Millionaire's Ultimate Catch(By: Michelle Monkou)
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Come Away with Me(By: Celeste O. Norfleet)
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Dance of Temptation(By: Janice Sims)
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Every Chance I Get(By: AlTonya Washington)
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Imagine Us(By: Maureen Smith)
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Ready for Love(By: Gwyneth Bolton)
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That Perfect Moment(By: Carmen Green)
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A Little Holiday Temptation(By: Janice Sims)
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Formula for Passion(By: Yahrah St. John)
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If I Had You(By: Michelle Monkou)
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Lesson in Romance(By: Harmony Evans)
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Lost Without You(By: Yahrah St. John)
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Our First Dance(By: Judy Lynn Hubbard)
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These Arms of Mine(By: Judy Lynn Hubbard)
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Waves of Passion(By: Linda Hudson-Smith)
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A Chance with You(By: Yahrah St. John)
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As Good as the First Time(By: AlTonya Washington)
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Escape with Me(By: Janice Sims)
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I'll Stand by You(By: Wayne Jordan)
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Our First Kiss(By: Judy Lynn Hubbard)
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Passion by the Book(By: Pamela Yaye)
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Passionate Game(By: Michelle Monkou)
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Provocative Passion(By: AlTonya Washington)
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Provocative Territory(By: AlTonya Washington)
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Stealing Kisses(By: Harmony Evans)
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Tropical Fantasy(By: Monica McKayhan)
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Captivated Love(By: Yasmin Sullivan)
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Indulge Me Tonight(By: AlTonya Washington)
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Love's Wager(By: J.M. Jeffries)
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One of a Kind(By: Michelle Monkou)
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Our First Embrace(By: Judy Lynn Hubbard)
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Safe in My Arms(By: Janice Sims)
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Season for Love(By: Velvet Carter)
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Take Me in Your Arms(By: Judy Lynn Hubbard)
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When Morning Comes(By: Harmony Evans)
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Embrace My Heart(By: AlTonya Washington)
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One to Love(By: Michelle Monkou)
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Thief of My Heart(By: Janice Sims)
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Treasure My Heart(By: AlTonya Washington)

Sizzling Sands Series

Complete

2 books (2004–2006)

Start this series with Last Chance at Love

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That Summer at American Beach(By: Janice Sims)

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

36 books (1995–2013)

Gwynne Forster's collection of 36 standalone romance novels spans from 1995 to 2013, with each book offering an independent story that can be enjoyed without reading the others. Though these are separate narratives, readers new to the author often begin with Sealed with a Kiss, the first published title, and can continue through the complete series in publication order. This comprehensive body of work showcases the author's prolific output in the romance genre across nearly two decades.

Start with Sealed with a Kiss, the first of 36 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Sealed with a Kiss

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Blues From Down Deep
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If You Walked in My Shoes
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When You Dance with the Devil
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Getting Some of Her Own
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Just the Man She Needs
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A Different Kind of Blues
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A Change Had to Come
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When the Sun Goes Down
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Breaking the Ties That Bind
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Three Weddings and a Reunion Series

Complete

4 books (2007–2007)

The Three Weddings and a Reunion series is a complete collection of four romance novels published in 2007. Each book features a different author and should be read in publication order beginning with Forbidden Temptation by Gwynne Forster, followed by His Holiday Bride by Elaine Overton, In Bed With Her Boss by Brenda Jackson, and concluding with The Pastor's Woman by Jacquelin Thomas.

Start with Forbidden Temptation, the first of 4 books in the Three Weddings and a Reunion series.

Start this series with Forbidden Temptation

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Forbidden Temptation
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His Holiday Bride(By: Elaine Overton)
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In Bed With Her Boss(By: Brenda Jackson)
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The Pastor's Woman(By: Jacquelin Thomas)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Gwynne Forster written?
Gwynne Forster has written 100 books across 8 series. Their published works span from 1995 to 2015.
What is the first book in each Gwynne Forster series?
Here are the first books in Gwynne Forster's series: At Your Service: Courage Under Fire(By: Candice Poarch); Harringtons: Once in a Lifetime; Kimani Hotties: The Perfect Seduction(By: Carmen Green); Sizzling Sands: Last Chance at Love; Three Weddings and a Reunion: Forbidden Temptation.
What order should I read Gwynne Forster's books?
We recommend reading Gwynne Forster's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Gwynne Forster's series complete?
Gwynne Forster has 8 completed series.

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