Grace Burrowes Books in Order: Complete Series and Reading Guide
Grace Burrowes is known for historical romance, particularly Regency-era stories filled with complicated family relationships, aristocratic society, unexpected love, and characters who discover that happiness rarely follows a perfect plan. Many of her books belong to interconnected series, so readers may encounter familiar characters even when they move to a different set of novels.
With more than a hundred published titles and numerous shorter works, finding the right reading order can be a challenge. This guide organizes her major series, lists the books in each sequence, and highlights good starting points for readers new to her work.
Lord Julian Mysteries Books in Order
The Lord Julian Mysteries combine historical fiction, romance, and mystery. The series follows Lord Julian Caldicott through a growing collection of cases, personal complications, and encounters with people whose secrets are rarely simple.
1. A Gentleman Fallen on Hard Times (2023)
The first book introduces the series and its central world of aristocratic society, difficult circumstances, and developing mysteries.
2. A Gentleman of Dubious Reputation (2023)
Lord Julian’s world becomes more complicated as questions of reputation, loyalty, and personal history come into play.
3. A Gentleman in Challenging Circumstances (2023)
This installment continues the series’ blend of mystery, romance, and the social complications of the Regency era.
4. A Gentleman in Pursuit of Truth (2024)
The search for answers becomes central to another story involving secrets and difficult choices.
5. A Gentleman in Search of a Wife (2024)
Romantic expectations and the practical realities of marriage take center stage in this installment.
6. A Gentleman of Unreliable Honor (2024)
Questions of trust and honor add complications to the series’ continuing mix of relationships and intrigue.
7. A Gentleman Under the Mistletoe (2024)
This holiday-themed installment brings seasonal romance into the Lord Julian world.
8. A Gentleman of Sinister Schemes (2025)
The series continues with another story involving hidden motives and complicated circumstances.
9. A Gentleman of Questionable Judgment (2025)
Personal decisions and uncertain judgment create further complications for the characters.
10. A Gentleman in Possession of Secrets (2025)
Secrets and their consequences drive this installment, continuing the larger series.
11. A Gentleman Far From Home (2026)
Lord Julian’s story continues in a new installment published in January 2026.
12. A Gentleman of Modest Ambitions (2026)
This 2026 release continues the series with another historical romance and mystery.
13. A Gentleman of Very Few Words (Upcoming)
This is the next listed Lord Julian title, scheduled for November 20, 2026. As of October 2026, it is forthcoming rather than a published release.
Recommended reading order: Read the Lord Julian books in numbered sequence. Their shared characters and continuing storylines make publication order the most straightforward choice.
Bad Heir Day Tales Books in Order
The Bad Heir Day Tales series explores the complications that arise around inheritance, family expectations, and the English aristocracy. Its titles play on familiar aristocratic ranks and the unexpected problems that come with them.
1. The Dreadful Duke (2024)
The first installment introduces the series’ world of aristocratic expectations and romantic complications.
2. The Mysterious Marquess (2024)
The second book continues the series with another story involving rank, reputation, and romance.
3. The Elusive Earl (2025)
This installment adds another aristocratic hero and a new romantic storyline.
4. The Besotted Baron (2025)
The fourth book continues the series’ exploration of love and the complications of high society.
5. An Heir of Distinction (2026)
This installment continues the series through another story of inheritance, identity, and romance.
6. An Heir of Possibilities (2026)
The sixth book expands the series with another story centered on the opportunities and challenges surrounding an heir.
Windham Family Books in Order
The Windham books are among Grace Burrowes’s best-known historical romances. The stories revolve around the Duke of Moreland, his children, and the extended family members whose romantic lives become the focus of different novels.
The broader Windham universe includes the original Windham family books and the separate Windham Brides series. The titles below cover the principal Windham family sequence.
1. The Heir (2010)
Gayle Windham, Earl of Westhaven, meets Anna Seaton, a housekeeper with secrets of her own. Their relationship introduces readers to the Windham family world.
2. The Soldier (2011)
The second book follows another Windham brother as he confronts personal challenges and the possibility of love.
3. The Virtuoso (2011)
The third novel follows another brother’s romantic journey, continuing the family-centered stories.
4. Lady Sophie’s Christmas Wish (2011)
Lady Sophie takes the spotlight in a holiday romance involving family expectations and the hope of finding love.
5. Lady Maggie’s Secret Scandal (2012)
Lady Maggie’s story explores the consequences of secrets and the risks of following one’s heart.
6. Lady Louisa’s Christmas Knight (2012)
This holiday romance centers on Lady Louisa and the unexpected possibilities that arise during the Christmas season.
7. The Courtship (2012)
This prequel follows Percival Windham and Esther Himmelfarb, providing background to the family and its history.
8. Lady Eve’s Indiscretion (2013)
Lady Eve’s romantic story adds another chapter to the Windham family’s interconnected relationships.
9. The Duke and His Duchess (2013)
This story returns to Percival and Esther, exploring their relationship within the broader Windham family saga.
10. Lady Jenny’s Christmas Portrait (2013)
Lady Jenny’s holiday story adds another romance to the family’s collection of Christmas tales.
11. Morgan and Archer (2013)
This shorter story provides an additional romance connected to the Windham world.
12. Jonathan and Amy (2014)
Another shorter Windham story, this title offers an extra look at relationships in the wider family universe.
Reading tip: Readers who want to follow the original publication experience can start with The Heir. Those interested in the family’s earlier history may also enjoy The Courtship and The Duke and His Duchess.
Windham Brides Books in Order
The Windham Brides series expands the Windham universe with four connected historical romances.
1. The Trouble with Dukes (2016)
The first book introduces the series and its mix of aristocratic expectations and romantic complications.
2. Too Scot to Handle (2017)
This installment brings Scottish connections and a challenging romantic situation into the Windham world.
3. No Other Duke Will Do (2017)
The third novel explores another relationship shaped by love, social position, and expectations.
4. A Rogue of Her Own (2018)
The fourth book completes the main Windham Brides sequence with another romance involving a difficult hero and a determined heroine.
Lonely Lords Books in Order
The Lonely Lords series follows a collection of aristocratic men whose wealth, titles, and social standing do not necessarily make finding love any easier. Each book focuses on a different hero, while the series creates a wider network of friendships and relationships.
1. Darius (2013)
The opening book introduces the series through Darius, Lord of Pleasure, and his romantic journey.
2. Nicholas (2013)
Nicholas’s story continues the series with another relationship shaped by desire, secrets, and personal growth.
3. Ethan (2013)
Ethan’s romance adds another character to the interconnected world of the Lonely Lords.
4. Beckman (2013)
Beckman’s story explores another aristocratic hero’s path toward love.
5. Gabriel (2013)
Gabriel’s romantic journey continues the series’ focus on complicated relationships and personal change.
6. Gareth (2013)
Gareth’s story adds another romance to the collection.
7. Andrew (2013)
Andrew’s relationship takes the spotlight in the seventh installment.
8. Douglas (2014)
Douglas’s story continues the series with another romance involving aristocratic life and personal choices.
9. David (2014)
David’s romance expands the series’ collection of interconnected characters.
10. Trenton (2014)
Trenton’s story follows another hero as he confronts the complications of love and society.
11. Worth (2014)
Worth’s story is an important entry point for readers interested in the Dorning family, whose stories continue in the True Gentlemen series.
12. Hadrian (2014)
Hadrian’s romance continues the series’ collection of aristocratic love stories.
13. Ashton (2016)
Ashton is the final numbered title in the main Lonely Lords sequence.
True Gentlemen Books in Order
The True Gentlemen series follows members of the Dorning family and their wider circle. The books combine historical romance with family relationships, personal responsibility, and the social pressures of aristocratic life.
1. Tremaine’s True Love (2015)
The first book begins the Dorning family stories and introduces the series’ romantic world.
2. Daniel’s True Desire (2015)
Daniel’s romance continues the family’s connected stories.
3. Will’s True Wish (2016)
The third book follows Will as his romantic life takes center stage.
4. His Lordship’s True Lady (2017)
This installment explores another relationship shaped by social standing and personal expectations.
5. My Own True Duchess (2018)
The fifth book continues the series with another romance involving aristocratic life.
6. A Truly Perfect Gentleman (2018)
This novel explores the difference between outward respectability and the qualities that make a relationship work.
7. A Lady of True Distinction (2019)
The story follows a heroine whose individuality and choices shape her romantic future.
8. A Woman of True Honor (2020)
Questions of honor, loyalty, and love guide this installment.
9. A Lady’s Dream Come True (2020)
This story focuses on the possibility of finding love in circumstances that once seemed unlikely.
10. My Heart’s True Delight (2020)
The tenth book continues the series with another romance within the wider family network.
11. Truly Beloved (2021)
This installment explores another couple’s path toward a lasting relationship.
12. The Last True Gentleman (2021)
The twelfth book completes the main True Gentlemen sequence.
Rogues to Riches Books in Order
Rogues to Riches follows men whose lives and fortunes change through unexpected relationships, personal growth, and romantic complications. The series is a strong choice for readers who enjoy Regency romance with family connections and unconventional heroes.
1. My One and Only Duke (2018)
The opening novel introduces the series with a romance involving an unusual inheritance and an unexpected match.
2. When a Duchess Says I Do (2019)
This installment explores a relationship shaped by marriage, independence, and the demands of aristocratic society.
3. Forever and a Duke (2019)
The third book continues the series with another romance involving a duke and the complications surrounding his title and relationships.
4. A Duke by Any Other Name (2020)
A new romantic pairing drives this installment, which continues the series’ exploration of identity and social expectations.
5. The Truth About Dukes (2020)
The fifth book explores the gap between public reputation and private character.
6. How to Catch a Duke (2021)
This installment follows another romantic pursuit within the series’ aristocratic world.
7. A Rogue in Winter (2021)
A seasonal romance adds another story to the series.
8. Never a Duke (2022)
The eighth book completes the main Rogues to Riches sequence.
Companion novella: A Knight Before Christmas (2025)
This prequel novella provides an additional story connected to Rogues to Riches. Readers who prefer to follow publication order can read it after the main novels, while those following the story’s timeline may choose to read it earlier.
Lady Violet Mysteries Books in Order
The Lady Violet Mysteries combine historical settings with investigations and romantic possibilities. Lady Violet is a curious heroine whose social world provides plenty of opportunities for secrets and mysteries.
1. Lady Violet Investigates (2022)
The first book introduces Lady Violet and establishes the series’ mystery-centered approach.
2. Lady Violet Attends a Wedding (2022)
A wedding brings new social complications and another mystery into Lady Violet’s world.
3. Lady Violet Finds a Bridegroom (2022)
The third book combines the search for answers with questions of romance and marriage.
4. Lady Violet Enjoys a Frolic (2022)
Lady Violet finds herself involved in another adventure among the people of her social circle.
5. Lady Violet Holds a Baby (2022)
This installment brings family matters and another mystery into the series.
6. Lady Violet Goes for a Gallop (2022)
An outing leads to further complications in Lady Violet’s world.
7. Lady Violet Pays a Call (2022)
A social visit provides the setting for another story involving secrets and investigation.
8. Lady Violet Says I Do (2023)
The eighth book continues Lady Violet’s story and brings the series’ romantic threads further along.
Mischief in Mayfair Books in Order
Mischief in Mayfair follows a collection of heroines whose personalities and romantic circumstances give each story a distinct flavor. The titles are connected through their Regency setting and the wider social world.
1. Miss Delectable (2021)
The first book introduces the series and its playful approach to romance.
2. Miss Delightful (2021)
The second installment follows another heroine as romance complicates her expectations.
3. Miss Dignified (2022)
This novel explores a heroine’s personal boundaries and the challenges of love.
4. Miss Desirable (2022)
The fourth book adds another romantic story to the Mayfair setting.
5. Miss Dauntless (2022)
A determined heroine takes center stage in this installment.
6. Miss Devoted (2023)
This book follows another romantic journey in the connected series.
7. Miss Determined (2023)
The seventh novel continues the series with a heroine whose resolve shapes her story.
8. Miss Dashing (2023)
This installment adds another romance to the Mayfair collection.
9. Miss Dramatic (2023)
The ninth book rounds out the currently listed Mischief in Mayfair sequence.
Jaded Gentlemen Books in Order
The Jaded Gentlemen series follows four men whose experiences have shaped their views of life and love. Each book focuses on a different hero.
1. Thomas (2015)
Thomas’s story introduces the series and its central themes of personal history and romance.
2. Matthew (2015)
The second book follows Matthew as he confronts his own romantic complications.
3. Axel (2015)
Axel’s story continues the series through another relationship and its challenges.
4. Jack (2016)
Jack’s romance completes the main Jaded Gentlemen sequence.
Captive Hearts Books in Order
Captive Hearts is a three-book historical romance series with stories shaped by danger, loyalty, and difficult circumstances.
1. The Captive Duke (2014)
The opening book introduces the series’ central conflict and romantic world. Some bibliographies list this title as The Captive.
2. The Traitor (2014)
The second installment continues the series with further complications involving loyalty and personal choices.
3. The Laird (2014)
The final book brings another romance into the series’ historical setting.
MacGregors Books in Order
The MacGregors series explores Scottish historical romance, with family traditions, cultural differences, and romantic relationships playing important roles.
1. The Bridegroom Wore Plaid (2012)
The first novel introduces the MacGregor family and a romance complicated by questions of wealth, duty, and social position.
2. Mary Fran and Matthew (2013)
This shorter story continues the series’ romantic world through another couple.
3. Once Upon a Tartan (2013)
The third entry brings another Scottish romance into the series.
4. The MacGregor’s Lady (2014)
The story continues the MacGregor family romances.
5. What a Lady Needs for Christmas (2014)
A holiday romance adds a seasonal conclusion to this main sequence.
Sweetest Kisses Books in Order
Sweetest Kisses is a shorter romance sequence featuring stories connected by the theme of love and relationships.
1. Kiss and Tell (2014)
This short story introduces the Sweetest Kisses collection.
2. A Kiss for Luck (2014)
The second story continues the collection with another romantic encounter.
3. A Single Kiss (2015)
This installment explores another relationship within the series.
4. The First Kiss (2015)
The fourth story adds another romantic episode.
5. Kiss Me Hello (2015)
This title completes the main Sweetest Kisses sequence.
Trouble Wears Tartan Books in Order
Trouble Wears Tartan follows Scottish-themed romance stories with a contemporary sensibility and a strong sense of place.
1. Tartan Two-Step (2017)
The opening book introduces the series and its romantic setting.
2. Elias in Love (2017)
The second installment follows Elias and his romantic journey.
3. Scotland to the Max (2018)
The third book completes the main sequence with another Scottish-themed romance.
A Duke and His Duchess Books in Order
This short connected series focuses on Percival Windham and Esther Himmelfarb.
1. The Courtship (2012)
This prequel introduces Percival and Esther and explores the beginnings of their relationship.
2. The Duke and His Duchess (2013)
The second book continues their story and adds context to the wider Windham family.
Duke’s Obsession Books in Order
The Duke’s Obsession is an early series in Grace Burrowes’s bibliography. Its titles are also associated with her early historical romance catalog.
1. The Heir (2010)
The book introduces Gayle Windham and Anna Seaton, and is also the starting point for the wider Windham family stories.
2. The Soldier (2011)
The second novel follows another Windham brother and continues the family-centered romance sequence.
3. The Virtuoso (2011)
The third book completes the core Duke’s Obsession trilogy.
Standalone Grace Burrowes Books
Not every Grace Burrowes book belongs to a long series. Readers can enjoy these novels independently without needing to complete another reading sequence first.
The Duke’s Disaster (2015)
This standalone historical romance is a good choice for readers who want a complete story outside a longer series.
Love on the Links (2015)
This novel offers another independent romance and can be read separately from the author’s interconnected Regency books.
Short Stories, Novellas, and Holiday Reads
Grace Burrowes has also published numerous shorter works. These can be a good option when you want a shorter reading experience or want to revisit familiar characters between full-length novels.
- The Duke and the April Flowers (2003): An early short romance from Burrowes’s bibliography.
- The Cowboy Wore a Kilt (2016): A short story combining romance with Scottish-themed elements.
- Respect for Christmas (2016): A holiday romance for readers who enjoy seasonal love stories.
- Worth More Than Rubies (2023): A shorter work connected to the wider historical romance universe.
- A Kiss for the Ages (2025): A novella-length romance.
- A Kiss for Hope (2025): A holiday novella and additional romance.
- Two Wee Drams of Love (2016): A collection of shorter romantic works.
- A Duke Walked into a House Party (2020): A collection that includes May I Have This Duke and The Duke of My Dreams.
Anthologies and Multi-Author Collections
Some titles associated with Grace Burrowes are multi-author collections rather than books written entirely by her. Readers who want her complete bibliography can explore these as supplementary reads.
- Christmas in the Duke’s Arms (2014)
- Dancing in the Duke’s Arms (2015)
- ‘Tis the Season: Regency Yuletide Short Stories (2018)
- Storm & Shelter: A Bluestocking Belles Collection with Friends (2021)
- Duke the Halls (2021)
- One Scandalous Season: Four Holiday Novellas (2021)
- Must Love Highlanders (2015)
- Must Love Scotland (2015)
Because anthologies can contain stories by several authors, check the contents of a particular edition when you want to read only Grace Burrowes’s contributions.
Which Grace Burrowes Series Should You Read First?
The best starting point depends on the kind of historical romance you enjoy.
- For her classic Regency romances: Start with The Heir and explore the Windham family books.
- For a long series of aristocratic love stories: Try the Lonely Lords, beginning with Darius.
- For interconnected family romances: Start with Tremaine’s True Love in the True Gentlemen series.
- For dukes, rogues, and romantic complications: Begin with My One and Only Duke in Rogues to Riches.
- For historical mystery: Start with Lady Violet Investigates or the first Lord Julian mystery.
- For Scottish romance: Try The Bridegroom Wore Plaid or begin Trouble Wears Tartan with Tartan Two-Step.
- For shorter reads: Explore her novellas, holiday romances, and short-story collections.
You do not need to read every Grace Burrowes series in one combined order. Many books can be enjoyed independently, although reading each series in sequence makes recurring characters and family connections easier to follow.
About Grace Burrowes
Grace Burrowes is an American author of historical and contemporary romance, best known for Regency-era stories featuring aristocratic families, complicated relationships, and characters who find love in unexpected circumstances. Her work includes interconnected family sagas, Scottish romances, mysteries, holiday stories, and shorter romantic fiction.
Before becoming a published novelist, Burrowes worked as a technical writer and editor, earned a law degree, and practiced law. She began publishing with The Heir in 2010, which introduced readers to the Windham family and helped establish her reputation in historical romance.
Her bibliography has grown to include many series with overlapping characters and settings. For readers who enjoy discovering a new couple in each book while revisiting familiar characters, her interconnected Regency universe offers plenty of reading options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the first Grace Burrowes book?
The Heir, published in 2010, is her first published novel and an excellent starting point for readers interested in the Windham family stories.
How many books has Grace Burrowes written?
Bibliography sites list well over 100 Grace Burrowes titles, including full-length novels, novellas, short stories, and anthology contributions. The total varies according to whether collections, reissued editions, and forthcoming releases are counted separately.
Do Grace Burrowes books need to be read in order?
Most can be read as standalone romances, but following the order within a series is recommended. The books often feature recurring characters and interconnected families, and some storylines build on earlier relationships.
What is the Windham series reading order?
Start with The Heir, followed by The Soldier and The Virtuoso. You can then explore the Windham family stories, including the Lady Sophie, Lady Maggie, Lady Louisa, Lady Eve, and Lady Jenny romances, as well as The Courtship and The Duke and His Duchess.
What is the difference between the Windham series and Windham Brides?
The original Windham books focus on the Windham family and their interconnected romances. Windham Brides is a separate four-book series set in the same wider world, beginning with The Trouble with Dukes.
What is the correct order of the Lonely Lords books?
Read Darius, Nicholas, Ethan, Beckman, Gabriel, Gareth, Andrew, Douglas, David, Trenton, Worth, Hadrian, and Ashton in that order.
Is the Lord Julian series complete?
As of October 2026, twelve Lord Julian books have been released according to the current bibliography, with A Gentleman of Very Few Words scheduled for November 20, 2026. The upcoming title should not be treated as already published.
Are the Lady Violet books mysteries or romances?
The Lady Violet series blends historical mystery with romantic and social elements. Its books follow Lady Violet through investigations and complications in her social world.
Does Grace Burrowes write contemporary romance?
Yes. Although she is best known for historical romance, her official bookshelf also lists contemporary work alongside historical, Scottish, and holiday fiction.
What is the best Grace Burrowes book for a new reader?
The Heir is a strong first choice because it introduces the Windham family and is one of her best-known novels. Readers who prefer mystery may enjoy starting with Lady Violet Investigates or A Gentleman Fallen on Hard Times.
Are all Grace Burrowes books written by her alone?
No. Her bibliography includes anthologies and collaborative collections featuring other authors. If you want only her individual stories, check the contents of multi-author collections before adding them to your reading list.
Final Note
Grace Burrowes has a large and interconnected bibliography, but you do not have to tackle it all at once. Start with a series that matches your interests, follow its reading order, and explore the related family stories when you want more of her Regency world.
For readers who enjoy historical romance with familiar faces returning across different books, the Windham family, Lonely Lords, True Gentlemen, and Rogues to Riches are especially useful places to begin.
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