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Megan Hart Reading Order

21 series · 198 books

Megan Hart is a prolific American romance author who has published nearly 200 books across multiple series since the early 1960s, earning New York Times bestseller status for her work in contemporary and erotic romance. Known for emotionally complex characters and sensual storytelling, she has built devoted readership through series like 12 Shades of Surrender and Always You that explore intimate relationships with psychological depth. Hart also writes psychological thrillers under the pen name Mina Hardy, demonstrating range across genres while maintaining her signature focus on character-driven narratives.

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12 Shades of Surrender Series

Complete

12 books (2008–2020)

The 12 Shades of Surrender series comprises twelve erotic romance novellas published between 2008 and 2020, with the collection now complete. Each installment features a different author exploring themes of sensuality and intimate relationships, making them best read in publication order beginning with Chance of a Lifetime. The series includes contributions from multiple writers such as Portia Da Costa, Elisa Adams, Tiffany Reisz, and others, offering varied perspectives within the shared collection framework.

Start with Chance of a Lifetime(By: Portia Da Costa), the first of 12 books in the 12 Shades of Surrender series.

Start this series with Chance of a Lifetime(By: Portia Da Costa)

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Chance of a Lifetime(By: Portia Da Costa)
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The Envelope Incident(By: Emelia Elmwood)
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For Your Pleasure(By: Elisa Adams)
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Night Moves(By: Eden Bradley)
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A Paris Affair(By: Adelaide Cole)
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Under His Hand(By: Anne Calhoun)
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A Very Personal Assistant(By: Portia Da Costa)
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Bound(By: Tiffany Reisz,Lisa Renee Jones,Elisa Adams,Portia Da Costa,Alegra Verde,Adelaide Cole)
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Cuffing Kate(By: Alison Tyler)
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Forbidden Ritual(By: Saskia Walker)
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Undone(By: Lisa Renee Jones)
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Alex Kennedy Series

Complete

5 books (2007–2018)

Megan Hart's Alex Kennedy series comprises five romance novels published between 2007 and 2018, following the characters across contemporary and western settings. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Tempted and continuing through Everything Changes, Naked/True Lies About Love, Vanilla, and Moments of Disarray. Each book builds on the previous installment's developments, making sequential reading essential for following the evolving narrative.

Start with Tempted, the first of 5 books in the Alex Kennedy series.

Always You Series

Complete

1 book (2010–2010)

Anthologies Series

Complete

14 books (2009–2018)

Megan Hart's Anthologies series comprises 12 books of romantic and erotic short fiction published between 2009 and 2018. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with A Red Hot Valentine's Day. Each volume collects stories spanning romance and western themes, with titles including Naughty Bits, Three to Tango, 12 Shades of Surrender, and Hot and Haunted.

Start with A Red Hot Valentine's Day, the first of 12 books in the Anthologies series.

Start this series with A Red Hot Valentine's Day

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A Red Hot Valentine's Day
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Naughty and Nice: A Holiday Romance Collection
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12 Shades of Surrender
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Le désir de A à Z, volume 2
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Madhouse: An Illustrated Shared World Psychological Horror Anthology
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Best Women's Erotica of the Year, Volume 4

Bad At Love Series

Complete

2 books (2018–2020)

Megan Hart's Bad At Love series consists of two complete romance novels published between 2018 and 2020. Begin with Wanna Be Yours, followed by Voglio essere tuo (co-written with Maria VittoriaSarnelli), reading them in publication order for the intended narrative experience. This western-influenced romance series should be approached sequentially to fully appreciate the story arc.

Start with Wanna Be Yours and read in order.

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Voglio essere tuo(With: Maria VittoriaSarnelli)

Broken Series

Complete

1 book (2015–2015)

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Dan & Elle Series

Complete

2 books (2007–2008)

Megan Hart's Dan & Elle is a completed two-book contemporary romance series set in the Western genre. The novels were released between 2007 and 2008 and should be read in publication order, beginning with Dirty followed by Reason Enough. This is a short series best experienced sequentially from the first installment onward.

Start with Dirty and read in order.

Don't Deny Me Series

Complete

1 book (2015–2015)

Every Part Of You Series

Complete

2 books (2014–2014)

The Every Part of You series by Megan Hart is a complete two-book romance collection published in 2014. Both novels should be read in publication order, beginning with Every Part of You followed by Hurt the One You Love. Hart's romance and western elements combine throughout this finished series.

Start with Every Part of You and read in order.

Start this series with Every Part of You

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Exaltation Of Larks Series

Complete

2 books (2002–2005)

Megan Hart's complete Exaltation of Larks series consists of two Western romance novels published between 2002 and 2005. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with An Exaltation of Larks followed by A Siege of Herons. This two-book collection offers a finished narrative arc for readers seeking historical romance set in the American West.

Start with An Exaltation of Larks and read in order.

Start this series with An Exaltation of Larks

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An Exaltation of Larks
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Fiction Without Frontiers Series

Likely Complete

64 books (1962–2022)

Fiction Without Frontiers is a 64-book anthology series spanning from 1962 to 2022, featuring works across romance, western, and horror genres by multiple authors including Megan Hart, Ramsey Campbell, Jonathan Janz, and others. The series should be read in publication order to experience the chronological development of the collection. With the final book published in 2022, the series appears to be complete. Begin with The City Among the Stars by Francis Carsac and proceed through all 64 entries in their original release sequence.

Start with The City Among the Stars(By: Francis Carsac), the first of 64 books in the Fiction Without Frontiers series.

Start this series with The City Among the Stars(By: Francis Carsac)

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The City Among the Stars(By: Francis Carsac)
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The Hungry Moon(By: Ramsey Campbell)
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The Influence(By: Ramsey Campbell)
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House of Skin(By: Jonathan Janz)
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Junction(By: Daniel M. Bensen)
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The Sorrows(By: Jonathan Janz)
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Savage Species(By: Jonathan Janz)
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The Darkest Lullaby(By: Jonathan Janz)
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Castle of Sorrows(By: Jonathan Janz)
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Think Yourself Lucky(By: Ramsey Campbell)
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The Nightmare Girl(By: Jonathan Janz)
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Thirteen Days by Sunset Beach(By: Ramsey Campbell)
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We Are Monsters(By: Brian Kirk)
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Wolf Land(By: Jonathan Janz)
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Creature(By: Hunter Shea)
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Kosmos(By: Adrian Laing)
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Night Shift(By: Robin Triggs)
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Ten Thousand Thunders(By: Brian Trent)
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The House by the Cemetery(By: John Everson)
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The Mouth of the Dark(By: Tim Waggoner)
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The Siren and the Specter(By: Jonathan Janz)
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The Toy Thief(By: D.W. Gillespie)
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A Killing Fire(By: Faye Snowden)
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A Savage Generation(By: David Tallerman)
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American Dreams(By: Kenneth Bromberg)
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Chop Shop(By: Andrew Post)
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Dust Devils(By: Jonathan Janz)
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Ghost Mine(By: Hunter Shea)
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Hearthstone Cottage(By: Frazer Lee)
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Hellrider(By: JG Faherty)
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One by One(By: D.W. Gillespie)
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Second Lives(By: P.D. Cacek)
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Slash(By: Hunter Shea)
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The Dark Game(By: Jonathan Janz)
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The Devil's Equinox(By: John Everson)
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The Gemini Experiment(By: Brian Pinkerton)
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The Haunting of Henderson Close(By: Catherine Cavendish)
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The Playing Card Killer(By: Russell James)
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They Kill(By: Tim Waggoner)
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Those Who Came Before(By: J.H. Moncrieff)
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Will Haunt You(By: Brian Kirk)
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After Sundown(By: Mark Morris)
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Boy in the Box(By: Marc E. Fitch)
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City of Angels(By: Kenneth Bromberg)
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Greyfriars Reformatory(By: Frazer Lee)
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Misfits(By: Hunter Shea)
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Mondo Crimson(By: Andrew Post)
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Sins of the Father(By: JG Faherty)
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Snowball(By: Gregory Bastianelli)
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The Apocalypse Strain(By: Jason Parent)
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The Forever House(By: Tim Waggoner)
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The Garden of Bewitchment(By: Catherine Cavendish)
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The Heron Kings(By: Eric Lewis)
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The Portal(By: Russell James)
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The Sentient(By: Nadia Afifi)
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The Wise Friend(By: Ramsey Campbell)
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Tomb of Gods(By: Brian Moreland)
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Two Lives(By: A Yi,Alex Woodend)
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Until Summer Comes Around(By: Glenn Rolfe)
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Vintage Crime(By: Martin Edwards)
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Voodoo Heart(By: John Everson)
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Vulcan's Forge(By: Robert Mitchell Evans)
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Redspace Rising(By: Brian Trent)

Kate & Leah Series

Complete

2 books (2009–2009)

Megan Hart's Kate & Leah series consists of two complete contemporary romance novels published in 2009. Both books should be read in publication order, beginning with No Reservations followed by Taking Care of Business, as they follow interconnected storylines. This short series combines romance with Western themes and elements.

Start with No Reservations and read in order.

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Taking Care of Business

Kissing & Screaming Series

Likely Complete

8 books (2013–2022)

Megan Hart's Kissing & Screaming series comprises eight romance and western novels published between 2013 and 2022. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with The Darkest Embrace. The eight books are The Darkest Embrace, What the Night Brings, A Night Like This, Dream A Little Dream, Haunted by Passion, Out of the Dark, How Dark is the Night, and The Darkest Passions.

Start with The Darkest Embrace, the first of 8 books in the Kissing & Screaming series.

Start this series with The Darkest Embrace

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Morningstar Series

Complete

2 books (2013–2016)

Megan Hart's Morningstar series comprises two western romance novels published between 2013 and 2016. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Ride with the Devil followed by Dance with the Devil. This finished duology combines romance elements with western settings across its two interconnected installments.

Start with Ride with the Devil and read in order.

Start this series with Ride with the Devil

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New City Series

Complete

3 books (2003–2017)

Megan Hart's New City series is a complete romance collection spanning three books published between 2003 and 2017. The three novels—Passion Model, Driven, and Anything You Want—should be read in publication order to experience the full story arc. This Western romance series follows interconnected characters and relationships across its standalone yet connected entries.

Start with Passion Model and read in order.

Order Of Solace Series

Complete

5 books (2009–2019)

The Order of Solace is a five-book romance series by Megan Hart published between 2009 and 2019. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with No Greater Pleasure and concluding with Beautiful Thorns. This western romance series blends elements of romance and western genres across its interconnected stories.

Start with No Greater Pleasure, the first of 5 books in the Order Of Solace series.

Start this series with No Greater Pleasure

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Protector Series

Complete

3 books (2018–2018)

Megan Hart's Protector series is a complete trilogy of contemporary romance novels with Western themes. Published in 2018, the three books should be read in publication order: Dangerous Promise, Forbidden Stranger, and Wicked Attraction. Each installment builds on the previous story, making sequential reading essential for following the narrative arc.

Start with Dangerous Promise and read in order.

Start this series with Dangerous Promise

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Quarry Road Series

Complete

3 books (2017–2018)

The Quarry Road series by Megan Hart is a complete three-book romance collection set in a Western setting. Published between 2017 and 2018, the series comprises All the Lies We Tell, All the Secrets We Keep, and On the Night She Died, which should be read in publication order. Each installment builds on the previous narrative, making sequential reading essential to fully appreciate the interconnected storylines.

Start with All the Lies We Tell and read in order.

Start this series with All the Lies We Tell

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All the Secrets We Keep
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Short Stories/Novellas Series

Likely Complete

13 books (2004–2023)

Megan Hart's Short Stories/Novellas collection comprises 13 standalone works published between 2004 and 2023, offering romance and western-themed tales in shorter format. These entries should be read in publication order, beginning with Castle in the Sand and concluding with A Dark, Cold Touch. The series appears to be complete, with each book functioning as an independent story rather than a continuing narrative.

Start with Castle in the Sand, the first of 13 books in the Short Stories/Novellas series.

Start this series with Castle in the Sand

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Short Story Collections Series

Likely Complete

13 books (2004–2023)

Megan Hart's Short Story Collections series spans 13 volumes published between 2004 and 2023, showcasing the author's work across romance and western genres. These collections should be read in publication order, beginning with From Distant Shores and continuing through Kingdoms of Light & Dark. The series appears to be complete, offering readers nearly two decades of Hart's short fiction.

Start with From Distant Shores, the first of 13 books in the Short Story Collections series.

Start this series with From Distant Shores

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Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

40 books (2002–2024)

Megan Hart has written over 40 standalone novels spanning romance and western genres from 2002 to 2024, with the series still ongoing. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Nothing in Common and continuing through titles like Convicted, Lonesome Bride, and The Experiment, among many others. Each novel functions independently but follows the author's chronological release schedule for those interested in exploring her complete body of work.

Start with Nothing in Common, the first of 40 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Nothing in Common

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Love Match / Stumble Into Love
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With Steps Like Knives
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Precious and Fragile Things
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After All I've Done(As: Mina Hardy)
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In the House of Broken Glass
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Soul Burn(With: Brenda Murphy)
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A Thousand Kisses Deep
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We Knew All Along(As: Mina Hardy)
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Like a Mother(As: Mina Hardy)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Megan Hart written?
Megan Hart has written 198 books across 21 series. Their published works span from 1962 to 2024.
What is the first book in each Megan Hart series?
Here are the first books in Megan Hart's series: 12 Shades of Surrender: Chance of a Lifetime(By: Portia Da Costa); Alex Kennedy: Tempted; Anthologies: A Red Hot Valentine's Day; Bad At Love: Wanna Be Yours; Dan & Elle: Dirty.
What order should I read Megan Hart's books?
We recommend reading Megan Hart's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Megan Hart still writing new books?
Yes, Megan Hart has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

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