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To be honest, historical romance is my happy place.
It’s the genre that first made me love reading, and no matter how many other kinds of books I pick up, I always come running back.
The sweeping settings, the swoony heroes, and all the forbidden kisses – what’s not to love?
But here’s what really gets me: a good series.
Whether it’s a TV show or a book series, I can’t get enough of stories that let me hang out with the characters for more than just one installment.
Historical romance series are so addictive and they’re perfect for when you want to escape into a whole other world for a while.
1. Mackenzies & McBrides Series by Jennifer Ashley
Book 1: The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie
Ian Mackenzie, known as “Mad Mackenzie,” is rich, brilliant, and a bit odd. Widow Beth Ackerley wants a peaceful life, but Ian’s charm and determination turn her world upside down. Together, they face gossip, secrets, and a love that changes everything.
Book 2: Lady Isabella’s Scandalous Marriage
Six years ago, Lady Isabella shocked everyone by eloping with Lord Mac Mackenzie, then leaving him. Now, Mac is back, ready to win her heart again. Their fiery reunion is full of passion, scandal, and danger lurking in the shadows.
Book 3: The Many Sins of Lord Cameron
Cameron Mackenzie is a brooding man with a troubled past. When Ainsley Douglas sneaks into his room on a daring mission, sparks fly. Cam is determined to seduce her, but love might just surprise them both along the way.
Book 4: The Duke’s Perfect Wife
Hart Mackenzie, a powerful duke, has everything—except love. When his ex-fiancée Eleanor shows up with scandalous photos and plenty of attitude, old feelings resurface. Can they overcome heartbreak and trust each other again?
Book 5: The Seduction of Elliot McBride
Jilted at the altar, Juliana St. John marries her childhood crush, Elliot McBride, on a whim. But Elliot’s dark past and broken spirit mean Juliana has her hands full rebuilding their home—and their hearts.
Book 6: The Wicked Deeds of Daniel Mackenzie
Daniel Mackenzie is a charming rogue who falls for Violet Bastien, a clever but fake spiritualist. Despite her secrets and dark past, Daniel can’t resist her. Together, they uncover danger and discover love.
Book 7: Rules for a Proper Governess
Sinclair McBride, a serious lawyer and widower, struggles with his two wild kids—until lively Bertie Frasier steps in. A former thief turned governess, Bertie brings joy and love back into their lives in unexpected ways.
Book 8: The Stolen Mackenzie Bride
In 1745 Scotland, wild Highlander Malcolm Mackenzie falls for Lady Mary Lennox, an Englishwoman promised to another. War and duty try to tear them apart, but their forbidden love pushes Malcolm to risk it all for her.
Book 9. Alec Mackenzie’s Art of Seduction
Alec Mackenzie, a Highlander in hiding, poses as an art teacher to find his missing brother. Lady Celia, his curious student, uncovers his secrets—and his heart. Together, they face danger and find a love worth fighting for.
Book 10: The Devilish Lord Will
Josette asks the sly and charming Will Mackenzie to help her find lost gold in the Highlands. Their fiery chemistry reignites as they team up, proving that even the most devilish plans can lead to love.
Book 11: A Rogue Meets a Scandalous Lady
David Fleming escapes to the countryside and meets Sophie, a mysterious lady with a scandalous past. Their quiet connection blossoms into love, challenging them both to let go of their secrets and start fresh.
Book 12: The Sinful Ways of Jamie Mackenzie
Jamie Mackenzie runs into Evie McKnight, a bold woman from his past who’s now engaged. Drawn into her daring plans, Jamie uses his charm and persistence to show her they’re meant to be, no matter the odds.
2. The Carsington Brothers Series by Loretta Chase
Book 1: Miss Wonderful
Alistair Carsington needs to prove he’s not just a flashy war hero. He heads to Derbyshire to push for a canal but clashes with Mirabel Oldridge, who’ll do anything to protect her quiet town. Their bickering turns into sparks neither of them expected.
Book 2: Mr. Impossible
Rupert Carsington is a charming troublemaker stuck in an Egyptian prison until smart widow Daphne Pembroke hires him to rescue her brother. She’s all brains, he’s all action, and their hunt for treasure leads to adventure, heat, and unexpected love.
Book 3: Lord Perfect
By-the-book Benedict Carsington meets feisty Bathsheba Wingate, whose wild family spells trouble. When their mischievous kids go on a treasure hunt, Benedict and Bathsheba team up to find them. Along the way, rules are broken, and hearts start to melt.
Book 4: Not Quite a Lady
Darius Carsington loves a challenge, and Lady Charlotte Hayward isn’t as perfect as she seems. She’s great at dodging marriage, but Darius is determined to uncover her secrets. As sparks fly, Charlotte realizes playing it safe might not be so fun after all.
Book 5: Last Night’s Scandal
Olivia Wingate-Carsington always ropes Peregrine Dalmay into her wild schemes, and this time they’re off to a creepy Scottish castle. Between ghosts, secrets, and danger, they can’t ignore the feelings that keep pulling them together.
3. Devil of the Highlands Series by Lynsay Sands
Book 1: Devil of the Highlands
Evelinde escapes her cruel stepmother by marrying Cullen, the fearsome Devil of the Highlands. Rumors say he’s cold and deadly, but their fiery chemistry suggests otherwise. Cullen only wanted a practical wife, but Evelinde’s beauty and spirit make him rethink what love and marriage could be.
Book 2: Taming the Highland Bride
Merry Stewart is done with her rowdy family and dreams of a proper husband. But Alexander, her betrothed, seems just as wild. Determined to prove he’s different, Alexander woos her with passion and kindness. When danger strikes, Merry realizes he’s exactly the man she’s been waiting for.
Book 3: The Hellion and the Highlander
Lady Averill, tired of being judged for her fiery red hair, finds solace in Kade Stewart, the wounded Highlander her brother brought home. She’s sweet but strong, and when danger arises, she proves she’s the perfect match for Kade’s rugged life—and his heart.
4. Duchess Quartet Series by Eloisa James
Book 1: Duchess in Love
Gina’s husband, Cam, ran off right after their wedding, leaving her to live life on her terms. Now he’s back, and the once-naive bride has become the toast of society. To his surprise, Cam starts falling for his own wife, but Gina isn’t sure if she wants him anymore.
Book 2: Fool for Love
Henrietta dreams of romance and writes a passionate letter, which accidentally sparks a scandal linking her to Simon Darby. Forced into marriage to save their reputations, Henrietta and Simon navigate their fiery chemistry. As their connection deepens, Simon realizes love might not make him such a fool after all.
Book 3: A Wild Pursuit
Beatrix has a scandalous past and sets her sights on Stephen, an earl with a prim and proper streak. She’s bold and unpredictable; he’s controlled and reserved. Yet as Beatrix challenges Stephen’s restraint, their undeniable attraction pushes both to take risks they never expected. Love might just be worth it.
Book 4: Your Wicked Ways
Tired of being ignored by her scandalous husband, Helene embraces her wild side and reinvents herself. Rees, her estranged husband, can’t resist her transformation and makes her a daring offer. Their marriage reignites as passion and wickedness collide, forcing them to face the fiery love they tried to forget.
5. The Hathaways Series by Lisa Kleypas
Book 1: Mine Till Midnight
Amelia Hathaway’s life takes a wild turn when her family suddenly becomes wealthy. Juggling society is tough—especially with the irresistibly charming Cam Rohan around. Cam wants nothing to do with traditions or marriage, but their fiery connection might change everything.
Book 2: Seduce Me at Sunrise
Kev Merripen has loved Win Hathaway forever but thinks his dark past makes him unworthy. When Win returns after years away, another man is after her heart. Kev has to face his fears or risk losing the only woman he’s ever wanted.
Book 3: Tempt Me at Twilight
Poppy Hathaway dreams of a quiet, normal life, but after a scandal, she ends up marrying mysterious hotel owner Harry Rutledge. Harry hides his feelings, but Poppy wants it all. When danger threatens, Harry must prove their love is real.
Book 4: Married by Morning
Leo Hathaway and Catherine Marks fight like cats and dogs—until one kiss changes everything. Leo needs a wife to save his family home, but Catherine’s hiding secrets. Together, they’ll have to face their fears and give love a shot.
Book 5: Love in the Afternoon
Beatrix Hathaway secretly writes letters to soldier Christopher Phelan, pretending to be her friend. Their bond grows deeper, but when Christopher returns, he’s looking for the woman who captured his heart—not realizing it’s been Beatrix all along.
6. Maiden Lane by Elizabeth Hoyt
Book 1: Wicked Intentions
Lord Caire, on the hunt for a killer in London’s roughest streets, teams up with Temperance Dews. She guides him through the slums, while he helps her find a sponsor for her orphanage. Their fiery attraction turns their arrangement into something much more dangerous—and irresistible.
Book 2: Notorious Pleasures
Lady Hero Batten thinks her life is perfect until she meets Griffin, her fiancé’s wild brother. Their instant chemistry leads to secret sparks and big trouble. With her wedding looming and danger closing in, Hero has to decide if she’ll follow her head—or her heart.
Book 3: Scandalous Desires
Widow Silence Hollingbrook crosses paths again with Mickey O’Connor, a ruthless pirate she once made a deal with—and deeply regrets. When Mickey turns to her for help, their undeniable connection forces Silence to face her feelings and decide if she can trust him.
Book 4: Thief of Shadows
Winter Makepeace, a serious headmaster by day and a masked vigilante by night, is rescued by Lady Isabel Beckinhall. Sparks fly as she teaches him about high society, and their nighttime passions ignite. But as danger rises, Winter must choose between love and his double life.
Book 5: Lord of Darkness
Godric St. John lives a double life as the Ghost of St. Giles, but his wife, Margaret, has no idea—until she vows to hunt the Ghost down. As their marriage of convenience heats up, secrets come out, and they realize they might actually belong together.
Book 6: Duke of Midnight
Maximus Batten, a duke by day and masked avenger by night, saves Artemis Greaves and discovers she knows his secret. She blackmails him to help her brother, but their growing attraction complicates everything. Together, they face danger, passion, and the ghosts of their pasts.
Book 7: Darling Beast
Apollo Greaves, wrongly accused of murder, hides as a gardener in a burned-out theatre. There, he meets Lily Stump, an actress with her own struggles. As love blooms, Apollo must decide if he’ll stay hidden or fight to clear his name and be with Lily.
Book 8: Dearest Rogue
Blind Lady Phoebe Batten is stuck with grumpy bodyguard Captain James Trevillion. When kidnappers come after her, their close quarters bring them closer than expected. As danger grows, so does their connection—but can they overcome their differences for a shot at love?
Book 9: Sweetest Scoundrel
Eve Dinwoody is all business, butting heads with bold theatre owner Asa Makepeace. As they work to save Harte’s Folly, their fiery arguments turn into undeniable passion. Can they turn their differences into love, or will their stubbornness keep them apart?
Book 10: Duke of Sin
The cunning Duke of Montgomery meets his match in housekeeper Bridget Crumb, who’s spying on him to protect her mother. Their game of secrets turns into something deeper, but with danger all around, can they learn to trust each other and take a chance on love?
Book 11: Duke of Pleasure
Alf, a street-smart vigilante, rescues Hugh Fitzroy, the Duke of Kyle. As Hugh uncovers her true identity, sparks fly. But with enemies closing in, Alf must embrace her real self and trust Hugh if they’re going to survive—and find love in the process.
Book 12: Duke of Desire
Lady Iris Jordan is kidnapped by a dangerous secret society and rescued by brooding Duke Raphael. Forced into marriage, they battle enemies and face Raphael’s painful past. Along the way, they find an unexpected connection and a love strong enough to heal them both.
7. Heart of Enquiry Series by Grace Callaway
Book 0: Her Protector’s Pleasure
Lady Marianne Draven has a reputation for being bold and scandalous, but she’s really a desperate mother searching for her kidnapped daughter. Ambrose Kent, a by-the-book river policeman, is all about justice and order—until he meets Marianne. Sparks fly as they join forces, but can they trust each other enough to rescue her daughter and find love along the way?
Book 1: The Duke Who Knew Too Much
Alaric McLeod, the notorious “Devil Duke,” is accused of a crime he didn’t commit by Emma Kent, a headstrong country girl. Their search for the real culprit pulls them together, and their fiery connection becomes impossible to ignore. Can they unravel the mystery—and their feelings—before danger catches up with them? Read my review here!
Book 2: M Is for Marquess
Gabriel Ridgley, the Marquess of Tremont, is a man haunted by his past. Thea Kent may seem delicate, but her fierce heart refuses to let Gabriel face his demons alone. As danger looms and Gabriel’s secrets come to light, they’ll have to fight for their love—and their lives.
Book 3: The Lady Who Came in from the Cold
Pandora Blackwood thought she left her spying days behind when she married Marcus, the love of her life. But when her past resurfaces, their picture-perfect marriage is shaken. With danger lurking and their trust on the line, can they find their way back to each other and the love they once shared?
Book 4: The Viscount Always Knocks Twice
Violet Kent is fiery, impulsive, and loves an adventure. Richard Murray, Viscount Carlisle, is responsible and reserved—basically her opposite. But when they’re thrown together at a house party and a murder rocks the estate, their chemistry is undeniable. Can they solve the crime and admit what they really feel for each other?
Book 5: Never Say Never to an Earl
Polly Kent knows she’s no one’s idea of a catch, especially with her uncanny ability to read emotions. Sinjin Pelham, London’s most notorious rake, has secrets of his own. When fate throws them together, passion flares, and they realize they might be exactly what the other needs—even as danger closes in around them.
Book 6: The Gentleman Who Loved Me
Primrose Kent is tired of society’s judgment and decides to take matters into her own hands—only to find herself in Andrew Corbett’s arms. Andrew, a former rake turned successful club owner, doesn’t believe he deserves a woman like Rosie. As danger and old wounds threaten their chance at happiness, they’ll have to fight for the love they both deserve.
8. Girl Bachelors Series by Laura Lee Gurkhe
Book 1: And Then He Kissed Her
Emma Dove wants her etiquette guide published, but her boss, Harry Marlowe, secretly ignores her work. Furious, she quits—and Harry realizes there’s more to his proper secretary than he thought. One fiery kiss changes everything, and they’re left wondering if love can break all the rules.
Book 2: The Wicked Ways of a Duke
Prudence Bosworth goes from seamstress to heiress overnight. She’s set on marrying for love, but charming Duke Rhys de Winter sees her fortune as his way out of debt. When the truth comes out, Rhys has to prove his love is real—or risk losing her forever.
Book 3: Secret Desires of a Gentleman
Maria Martingale’s bakery opens next door to Phillip Hawthorne, the marquess who once ruined her plans to marry his brother. Now, sparks fly between the fiery baker and the uptight nobleman. Can Phillip let go of his strict rules and admit he’s falling for her?
Book 4: With Seduction in Mind
Daisy Merrick dreams of writing a novel and convinces scandalous author Sebastian Grant to help her. Their partnership is rocky—and electric. As tempers and passions flare, Daisy and Sebastian have to figure out if they’re willing to take a chance on love.
9. Castles Ever After Series by Tessa Dare
Book 1: Romancing the Duke
Izzy Goodnight’s dreams of romance are long gone—she just wants a roof over her head. When she inherits a creepy castle, she meets Ransom, a grumpy, blind duke who refuses to leave. As they argue and uncover secrets, Izzy might just find her own unexpected love story.
Book 2: Say Yes to the Marquess
Clio Whitmore is done waiting for her fiancé to set a wedding date. She’s ready to call it off—until Rafe, her fiancé’s tough, flirty brother, shows up to change her mind. But as Rafe plans the wedding, feelings spark, and Clio starts questioning who she really wants.
Book 3: When a Scot Ties the Knot
Shy Maddie made up a fake Scottish fiancé to dodge London society. Years later, the real Captain Logan MacKenzie shows up with her love letters, ready to claim her—and her land. Maddie’s imagination didn’t prepare her for Logan’s charm or their very real chemistry.
Book 4: Do You Want to Start a Scandal
Charlotte Highwood gets caught in a scandal she didn’t cause and now faces marrying the aloof but irresistible Piers Brandon. To clear her name, they team up to find the real culprits, but the more time they spend together, the harder it is to resist their growing attraction.
10. Reid Family Series by Johanna Lindsey
Book 1: The Heir
Sabrina’s just trying to survive her first London Season, but Duncan, a Scottish heir who doesn’t even want to be there, catches her eye. Too bad he’s engaged to her mean-spirited guide. Can love and a few secrets change their futures?
Book 2: The Devil Who Tamed Her
Ophelia’s got a sharp tongue and a reputation to match, but Rafe bets he can turn her into a kinder woman. He whisks her off to his country estate, but the more time they spend together, the more he realizes—he might be falling for her himself.
Book 3: A Rogue of My Own
Rebecca’s life gets messy when she joins Queen Victoria’s court and ends up tangled with Rupert, a handsome secret agent who doesn’t trust her. After they’re forced to marry, he struggles to believe her innocence, while she just wants him to see her for who she really is.
Book 4: Let Love Find You
Amanda’s tired of looking for a husband, but Devin, a no-nonsense matchmaker, thinks he knows what she needs. As he gives her riding lessons to help her win over another man, Amanda starts to realize she might be falling for Devin instead.
11. Bedwyn Saga by Mary Balogh
Book 1: Slightly Married
Aidan Bedwyn, all about honor and duty, marries feisty Eve to save her home. What starts as a no-strings deal turns into something way more complicated—and romantic—than either of them expected.
Book 2: Slightly Wicked
Rannulf Bedwyn saves Judith Law, and they share one unforgettable night. Later, when their worlds collide again, scandal stirs. Rannulf is determined to prove that their fiery connection is worth fighting for.
Book 3: Slightly Scandalous
Freyja Bedwyn agrees to fake an engagement with cheeky Joshua Moore to stop his family’s matchmaking. But their pretend romance gets a little too real when sparks—and tempers—start flying.
Book 4: Slightly Tempted
Lady Morgan Bedwyn and bad-boy Gervase Ashford get tangled in a scandal. What starts as a revenge plan turns into something deeper when Morgan’s fiery spirit cracks Gervase’s tough exterior.
Book 5: Slightly Sinful
Lord Alleyne Bedwyn, recovering from amnesia, teams up with Rachel York, who’s plotting to fix a big mess. Between their schemes and stolen moments, these two can’t help but fall for each other.
Book 6: Slightly Dangerous
Stuffy Wulfric Bedwyn meets fun, accident-prone Christine Derrick at a house party. They clash, they laugh, and against all odds, the two opposites start to realize they might be perfect for each other.
12. Brothers Sinister Series by Courtney Milan
Book 1: The Duchess War
Minnie Lane is a shy wallflower hiding a big secret, and she likes it that way. But when Robert Blaisdell, a sharp and charming duke, sees right through her, sparks fly. As secrets unravel, Minnie and Robert find themselves caught in a battle of wits—and maybe falling in love.
Book 2: The Heiress Effect
Jane Fairfield is an heiress doing everything she can to avoid marriage, from clashing gowns to saying all the wrong things. Oliver Marshall needs everything in his life to go perfectly, but Jane’s boldness throws him off balance. Neither plans on falling for each other, but life has other ideas.
Book 3: The Countess Conspiracy
Sebastian Malheur is a rake with a scandalous reputation, but the scientific ideas he’s famous for actually belong to Violet Waterfield, a respectable countess. When Sebastian threatens to spill the truth, their friendship—and her heart—are put to the test. Can love survive when everything’s on the line?
Book 4: The Suffragette Scandal
Free Marshall is a fearless suffragette fighting for women’s rights, and Edward Clark is a jaded rogue with his own revenge plans. They team up against her enemies, but as Free wins Edward’s heart, his lies threaten everything. Can love overcome the secrets he’s been hiding?
13. Hellions of Halstead Hall Series by Sabrina Jeffries
Book 1: The Truth About Lord Stoneville
Oliver Sharpe, a notorious rake, plans to fake an engagement to dodge his grandmother’s marriage ultimatum. But instead of a brothel pick, he meets Maria, an outspoken American searching for her missing fiancé. Sparks fly as Oliver’s schemes turn into something real, and love might just ruin his plans.
Book 2: A Hellion in Her Bed
Jarret Sharpe bets on everything, including his future. Annabel Lake, desperate to save her family’s brewery, wagers with him—her business or a night in his bed. Secrets, passion, and plenty of drama follow, and Jarret realizes he’s not just playing for stakes anymore—he’s playing for Annabel’s heart.
Book 3: How to Woo a Reluctant Lady
Lady Minerva pretends to be engaged to Giles Masters, a charming rogue, to dodge her grandmother’s demands. But Giles has secrets of his own—he’s a spy. As they unravel a family mystery, their fake engagement turns dangerously real, leading to a fiery connection they never expected.
Book 4: To Wed a Wild Lord
Gabriel Sharpe races through life, haunted by guilt over his best friend’s death. When Virginia Waverly, his late friend’s sister, challenges him to a race, sparks fly. Gabe sees marriage to Virginia as a way to redemption, but their growing feelings make him hope for more than forgiveness.
Book 5: A Lady Never Surrenders
Celia Sharpe has two months to find a husband or lose her inheritance. She enlists Jackson Pinter, a grumpy investigator, to vet her suitors. But Jackson doesn’t want her with anyone else. As family secrets surface, Jackson realizes he’s not just protecting her—he’s falling for her.
Book 6: ’Twas the Night After Christmas
Pierce Waverly avoids his mother, but her spirited companion, Camilla Stuart, tricks him into coming home for the holidays. As old wounds surface, Camilla’s warmth begins to melt Pierce’s icy heart. Between holiday magic and unexpected love, Pierce might just find forgiveness and happiness in time for Christmas.
14. Arcane Society Series by Amanda Quick
Book 1: Second Sight
Venetia Milton plans a one-time fling with Gabriel Jones during her job photographing the mysterious Arcane House. After hearing he’s “dead,” she starts a fresh life as “Mrs. Jones.” But when Gabriel shows up alive, they get dragged into a dangerous hunt for a stolen notebook with deadly powers.
Book 2: The Third Circle
Leona Hewitt sneaks into a museum to steal back a family relic but runs into Thaddeus Ware, a mesmerist after the same thing. With bad guys closing in, they team up to protect the powerful crystal—and their fiery connection might just complicate everything.
Book 3: The Perfect Poison
Lucinda Bromley, a poison expert with a bad reputation, teams up with Caleb Jones to solve a murder tied to a rare fern stolen from her collection. As they dig deeper into a dangerous conspiracy, their chemistry grows—and so does the threat to their lives.
Book 4: Burning Lamp
Griffin Winters, cursed by his family’s psychic madness, needs Adelaide Pyne’s help. She’s got the Burning Lamp, a device that could save him—or destroy them both. As danger closes in, their unexpected connection might be their greatest strength—or their undoing.
Book 5: Quicksilver
Virginia Dean wakes up next to a dead body with no memory and a bloody knife. Rescued by Owen Sweetwater, a psychic hunter, she joins him to catch a killer. With danger lurking everywhere, their growing bond becomes just as intense as the threats they face.
If you’re like me, you’ll find yourself staying up way too late, promising “just one more chapter.”
So, what’s stopping you?
Pick a series, start reading, and let the magic begin! Already have a favorite?
Let me know – I’m always up for chatting about great books or finding new ones to add to my endless TBR list!
