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Hannah Howell

Hannah Howell Reading Order

10 series Β· 98 books Β· Born 1950

Hannah Howell is an American romance author who has published nearly 100 novels since 1988, primarily in the historical romance and paranormal romance genres. Known for her richly detailed settings and sweeping narratives, she has built a devoted following through multiple interconnected series including the Highland Brides and Camerons, many of which transport readers to medieval Scotland. Her prolific career spanning three decades demonstrates her mastery of blending historical authenticity with emotional character development and romantic storylines.

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Anthologies Series

Complete

10 books (1996–2012)

This complete anthology series by Hannah Howell comprises 10 books published between 1996 and 2012, spanning romance and historical fiction. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with A Joyous Season and concluding with Born To Bite. Each installment features different stories and characters, making them accessible entry points while maintaining continuity across the full sequence.

Start with A Joyous Season, the first of 10 books in the Anthologies series.

Camerons Series

Complete

3 books (2005–2006)

Hannah Howell's Camerons series comprises three historical romance novels published between 2005 and 2006. The three booksβ€”Highland Champion, Highland Conqueror, and Highland Loverβ€”should be read in publication order to follow the connected stories. This completed series is set in the Scottish Highlands and blends romance with historical fiction elements.

Start with Highland Champion and read in order.

Start this series with Highland Champion

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Guardians of Eternity Series

Likely Complete

29 books (2006–2023)

The Guardians of Eternity series comprises 29 books published between 2006 and 2023, with the series appearing to be complete. While primarily authored by Alexandra Ivy, Hannah Howell contributes to several entries, and the collection includes collaborative works with other writers. This paranormal romance series should be read in publication order to follow the interconnected storylines and character development across the full span of books, beginning with When Darkness Comes.

Start with When Darkness Comes(By: Alexandra Ivy), the first of 29 books in the Guardians of Eternity series.

Start this series with When Darkness Comes(By: Alexandra Ivy)

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When Darkness Comes(By: Alexandra Ivy)
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Embrace the Darkness(By: Alexandra Ivy)
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Darkness Everlasting(By: Alexandra Ivy)
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Darkness Revealed(By: Alexandra Ivy)
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Darkness Unleashed(By: Alexandra Ivy)
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Beyond the Darkness(By: Alexandra Ivy)
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Devoured by Darkness(By: Alexandra Ivy)
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Yours for Eternity / Taken by Darkness(With: Alexandra Ivy,Kaitlin O'Riley)
10
Bound by Darkness(By: Alexandra Ivy)
11
Darkness Eternal(By: Alexandra Ivy)
12
Fear the Darkness(By: Alexandra Ivy)
13
Darkness Avenged(By: Alexandra Ivy)
14
Levet(By: Alexandra Ivy)
15
A Very Levet Christmas(By: Alexandra Ivy)
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Hunt the Darkness(By: Alexandra Ivy)
17
Where Darkness Lives(By: Alexandra Ivy)
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When Darkness Ends(By: Alexandra Ivy)
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Beware the Darkness(By: Alexandra Ivy)
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Conquer the Darkness(By: Alexandra Ivy)
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Darkness Returns(By: Alexandra Ivy)
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All About Levet(By: Alexandra Ivy)
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Sacrifice of Darkness(By: Alexandra Ivy)
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Shades of Darkness(By: Alexandra Ivy)
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Bewitch the Darkness(By: Alexandra Ivy)
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Darkness Betrayed(By: Alexandra Ivy)
27
Slayed by Darkness(By: Alexandra Ivy)
28
Stalk the Darkness(By: Alexandra Ivy)
29
Sate the Darkness(By: Alexandra Ivy)

Highland Brides Series

Complete

3 books (1988–1993)

Hannah Howell's Highland Brides trilogy is a complete historical romance series spanning from 1988 to 1993, consisting of three books that should be read in publication order. The series follows interconnected stories set in the Scottish Highlands, with each installment building on the previous narrative. Begin with His Bonnie Bride (also published as Amber Flame), followed by Promised Passion (Highland Wedding), and conclude with Reckless.

Start with His Bonnie Bride / Amber Flame and read in order.

Start this series with His Bonnie Bride / Amber Flame

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His Bonnie Bride / Amber Flame
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Promised Passion / Highland Wedding
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MacEnroys Series

Complete

2 books (2003–2004)

The MacEnroys series by Hannah Howell consists of two historical romance novels published in 2003 and 2004. Both books should be read in publication order, beginning with Highland Groom followed by Highland Warrior. The series is complete and offers a pair of interconnected stories set in the Scottish Highlands during the historical period that defines Howell's romance writing.

Start with Highland Groom and read in order.

McNachton Vampires Series

Complete

6 books (2005–2011)

The McNachton Vampires series is a six-book paranormal romance collection published between 2005 and 2011, featuring collaborations between Hannah Howell and various co-authors including Lynsay Sands, Deborah Raleigh, Adrienne Basso, Victoria Dahl, Heather Grothaus, Jackie Ivie, and Michele Sinclair. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Eternal Highlander. Each book blends historical fiction elements with vampire romance themes set in the Scottish Highlands.

Start with Eternal Highlander(With: Lynsay Sands), the first of 6 books in the McNachton Vampires series.

Start this series with Eternal Highlander(With: Lynsay Sands)

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Eternal Highlander(With: Lynsay Sands)
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Highland Vampire(With: Deborah Raleigh,Adrienne Basso)
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My Immortal Highlander(With: Lynsay Sands)
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Highland Thirst(With: Lynsay Sands)
5
Highland Beast(With: Victoria Dahl,Heather Grothaus)
6
Highland Hunger(With: Jackie Ivie,Michele Sinclair)

Murray Family Series

Complete

18 books (1998–2018)

Hannah Howell's Murray Family series spans eighteen historical romance novels published between 1998 and 2018, following various members of the Murray clan through interconnected stories. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Highland Destiny and concluding with the final installment in 2018. Each book can serve as an entry point, though reading sequentially allows readers to follow character development and family connections across generations.

Start with Highland Destiny, the first of 18 books in the Murray Family series.

Start this series with Highland Destiny

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Seven Brides for Seven Scotsmen Series

Complete

3 books (2017–2019)

Hannah Howell's Seven Brides for Seven Scotsmen is a complete historical romance series consisting of three books published between 2017 and 2019. The series follows multiple interconnected stories and should be read in publication order beginning with The Scotsman Who Saved Me, followed by When You Love a Scotsman and concluding with The Scotsman Who Swept Me Away.

Start with The Scotsman Who Saved Me and read in order.

Start this series with The Scotsman Who Saved Me

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Cover of The Scotsman Who Saved Me
The Scotsman Who Saved Me
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Cover of When You Love a Scotsman
When You Love a Scotsman
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Cover of The Scotsman Who Swept Me Away
The Scotsman Who Swept Me Away

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

17 books (1988–2002)

Hannah Howell's collection of seventeen standalone romance and historical fiction novels spans from 1988 to 2002 and should be read in publication order beginning with A Taste of Fire. Each book features its own complete story and characters, making them accessible as individual reads, though following the publication sequence provides the intended reading experience. The series is complete and encompasses various historical periods and settings across its full range.

Start with A Taste of Fire, the first of 17 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Wherlocke Series

Complete

7 books (2009–2015)

The Wherlocke series by Hannah Howell comprises seven historical romance novels published between 2009 and 2015, with the collection now complete. Each book in the sequence should be read in publication order, beginning with If He's Sinful and concluding with If He's Noble. The series blends romance and historical fiction across its full span, offering readers a complete narrative arc when followed from start to finish.

Start with If He's Sinful, the first of 7 books in the Wherlocke series.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Hannah Howell written?
Hannah Howell has written 98 books across 10 series. Their published works span from 1988 to 2023.
What is the first book in each Hannah Howell series?
Here are the first books in Hannah Howell's series: Anthologies: A Joyous Season; Camerons: Highland Champion; Guardians of Eternity: When Darkness Comes(By: Alexandra Ivy); Highland Brides: His Bonnie Bride / Amber Flame; MacEnroys: Highland Groom.
What order should I read Hannah Howell's books?
We recommend reading Hannah Howell's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Hannah Howell's series complete?
Hannah Howell has 9 completed series.

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