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Madeline Hunter Reading Order

13 series Β· 60 books

Madeline Hunter was an American romance novelist who wrote over 60 books spanning 13 interconnected series, primarily set in historical periods ranging from medieval England to the Regency era. Known for her richly detailed storytelling and complex character development, she created several beloved series including the Decadent Dukes Society and Duke Dynasty, which followed aristocratic families across generations. Hunter's prolific career, which spanned from 2000 to 2024, established her as a significant voice in historical romance fiction.

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14th Century London Series

Complete

6 books (2000–2002)

Madeline Hunter's 14th Century London series consists of six complete romance novels published between 2000 and 2002. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with By Arrangement and continuing through By Design, By Possession, The Protector, Lord of a Thousand Nights, and concluding with Stealing Heaven. Each installment is set during the medieval period and features interconnected characters navigating love and intrigue in historical London.

Start with By Arrangement, the first of 6 books in the 14th Century London series.

Anthologies Series

Complete

2 books (2002–2016)

Madeline Hunter's Tapestry anthology series consists of two complete romance collections published between 2002 and 2016. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Tapestry followed by Dressed to Kiss. These standalone stories showcase Hunter's work across the romance genre in anthology format.

Start with Tapestry and read in order.

Decadent Dukes Society Series

Complete

3 books (2017–2019)

The Decadent Dukes Society is a three-book historical romance series by Madeline Hunter published between 2017 and 2019. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with The Most Dangerous Duke in London, followed by A Devil of a Duke, and concluding with Never Deny a Duke.

Start with The Most Dangerous Duke in London and read in order.

Start this series with The Most Dangerous Duke in London

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Duke Dynasty Series

Likely Complete

6 books (2019–2021)

The Duke Dynasty is a six-book historical romance series by Madeline Hunter published between 2019 and 2021, likely concluded. While most entries are standalone novels, the series should be read in publication order to follow character development and recurring themes. The books span from Project Duchess through Undercover Duke and include collaborative novellas with Mary Jo Putney and Sabrina Jeffries.

Start with Project Duchess(By: Sabrina Jeffries), the first of 6 books in the Duke Dynasty series.

Start this series with Project Duchess(By: Sabrina Jeffries)

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Project Duchess(By: Sabrina Jeffries)
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Seduction on a Snowy Night(With: Mary Jo Putney,Sabrina Jeffries)
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The Bachelor(By: Sabrina Jeffries)
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Who Wants to Marry a Duke(By: Sabrina Jeffries)
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A Yuletide Kiss(With: Mary Jo Putney,Sabrina Jeffries)
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Undercover Duke(By: Sabrina Jeffries)

Duke's Heiress Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2020–2023)

Madeline Hunter's Duke's Heiress series comprises three romance novels published between 2020 and 2023, appearing to be complete. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Heiress for Hire, followed by Heiress in Red Silk, and concluding with The Heiress Bride.

Start with Heiress for Hire and read in order.

Start this series with Heiress for Hire

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Fairbourne Quartet Series

Complete

4 books (2012–2014)

The Fairbourne Quartet is a four-book historical romance series by Madeline Hunter published between 2012 and 2014. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with The Surrender of Miss Fairbourne and continuing through The Conquest of Lady Cassandra, The Counterfeit Mistress, and concluding with The Accidental Duchess.

Start with The Surrender of Miss Fairbourne, the first of 4 books in the Fairbourne Quartet series.

Start this series with The Surrender of Miss Fairbourne

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The Surrender of Miss Fairbourne
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The Conquest of Lady Cassandra
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The Counterfeit Mistress
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The Accidental Duchess

Mary Jo Putney Short Stories/Novellas Series

Ongoing

7 books (2019–2024)

This ongoing series of short stories and novellas by Mary Jo Putney, with contributions from co-authors Madeline Hunter and Sabrina Jeffries, comprises seven entries published between 2019 and 2024. The collection blends romance across seasonal and standalone stories, best experienced in publication order beginning with Seduction on a Snowy Night. Readers should follow the release sequence to fully appreciate how these shorter works complement the broader romantic landscape Putney has crafted.

Start with Seduction on a Snowy Night(With: Mary Jo Putney,Sabrina Jeffries), the first of 7 books in the Mary Jo Putney Short Stories/Novellas series.

Start this series with Seduction on a Snowy Night(With: Mary Jo Putney,Sabrina Jeffries)

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Seduction on a Snowy Night(With: Mary Jo Putney,Sabrina Jeffries)
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The Black Beast of Belleterre(By: Mary Jo Putney)
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A Yuletide Kiss(With: Mary Jo Putney,Sabrina Jeffries)
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Sunshine for Christmas(By: Mary Jo Putney)
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The Best Husband Money Can Buy(By: Mary Jo Putney)
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The Christmas Tart(By: Mary Jo Putney)
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Mad, Bad, and Dangerous To Know(By: Mary Jo Putney)

Midsummer Knights Series

Complete

7 books (2020–2020)

The Midsummer Knights is a complete seven-book historical romance series published in 2020 featuring work from multiple authors including Madeline Hunter, Terri Brisbin, Kris Kennedy, Lori Ann Bailey, Eliza Knight, and Madeline Martin. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with An Outlaw's Honor and concluding with The Highlander's Lady Knight. Each entry in the series stands as its own romance while contributing to the broader world of the collection.

Start with An Outlaw's Honor(By: Terri Brisbin), the first of 7 books in the Midsummer Knights series.

Start this series with An Outlaw's Honor(By: Terri Brisbin)

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An Outlaw's Honor(By: Terri Brisbin)
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Forbidden Warrior(By: Kris Kennedy)
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My Victorious Knight(By: Terri Brisbin)
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The Highland Knight's Revenge(By: Lori Ann Bailey)
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The Highlander's Dare(By: Eliza Knight)
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The Highlander's Lady Knight(By: Madeline Martin)

Rothwell Brothers Series

Complete

4 books (2006–2009)

The Rothwell Brothers series by Madeline Hunter comprises four complete historical romance novels published between 2006 and 2009. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Rules of Seduction and continuing through Lessons of Desire, Secrets of Surrender, and concluding with The Sins of Lord Easterbrook.

Start with The Rules of Seduction, the first of 4 books in the Rothwell Brothers series.

Start this series with The Rules of Seduction

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Secrets of Surrender
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The Sins of Lord Easterbrook

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Likely Complete

4 books (2006–2023)

Madeline Hunter's short stories and novellas collection spans four books published between 2006 and 2023, with the series appearing to be complete. The first entry, An Interrupted Tapestry, should be read first, followed by two collaborative holiday novellas co-written with Mary Jo Putney and Sabrina Jeffries, and concluding with A Christmas Abduction. These romance novellas are best experienced in publication order.

Start with An Interrupted Tapestry, the first of 4 books in the Short Stories/Novellas series.

Start this series with An Interrupted Tapestry

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Seduction on a Snowy Night(With: Mary Jo Putney,Sabrina Jeffries)
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A Yuletide Kiss(With: Mary Jo Putney,Sabrina Jeffries)
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A Christmas Abduction

The Rarest Blooms Series

Complete

4 books (2010–2011)

The Rarest Blooms is a four-book romance series by Madeline Hunter published between 2010 and 2011. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Provocative in Pearls and continuing through Ravishing in Red, Sinful in Satin, and concluding with Dangerous in Diamonds.

Start with Provocative in Pearls, the first of 4 books in the The Rarest Blooms series.

Start this series with Provocative in Pearls

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Dangerous in Diamonds

The Seducers Series

Complete

7 books (2003–2006)

Madeline Hunter's Seducers series comprises seven romance novels published between 2003 and 2006. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Charmer and concluding with Lady of Sin. This historical romance series offers a finished narrative arc across its full span.

Start with The Charmer, the first of 7 books in the The Seducers series.

Wicked Trilogy Series

Complete

3 books (2015–2016)

Madeline Hunter's Wicked Trilogy is a complete historical romance series comprising three books published between 2015 and 2016. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with His Wicked Reputation, followed by Tall, Dark and Wicked, and concluding with The Wicked Duke.

Start with His Wicked Reputation and read in order.

Start this series with His Wicked Reputation

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Madeline Hunter written?
Madeline Hunter has written 60 books across 13 series. Their published works span from 2000 to 2024.
What is the first book in each Madeline Hunter series?
Here are the first books in Madeline Hunter's series: 14th Century London: By Arrangement; Anthologies: Tapestry; Decadent Dukes Society: The Most Dangerous Duke in London; Duke Dynasty: Project Duchess(By: Sabrina Jeffries); Duke's Heiress: Heiress for Hire.
What order should I read Madeline Hunter's books?
We recommend reading Madeline Hunter's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Madeline Hunter still writing new books?
Yes, Madeline Hunter has 1 ongoing series: Mary Jo Putney Short Stories/Novellas.

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