Historical romances are often described by the time period during which the story takes place. The novels on this list are grouped by the most common time periods for romance novels. Most are set in either Great Britain or the United States. If you don’t see your favorite author or historical era, just Ask Us!
MEDIEVAL PERIOD (1066-1485)
 Magic in His Kiss, Shari Anton
Possessed by the Highlander, Terri Brisbin
Shadow Music, Julie Garwood
The Knave and the Maiden, Blythe Gifford
Notorious, Virginia Henley
Highland Avenger, Hannah Howell
A Knight’s Persuasion, Catherine Kean
With Every Breath, Lynn Kurland
Danger’s Kiss, Sarah McKerrigan
Charming the Prince, Teresa Medeiros
The Border Lord and the Lady, Bertrice Small
Knight’s Ardor, Teresa Swift
A Knight’s Enchantment, Lindsay Townsend
Everlasting, Kathleen Woodiwiss
TUDOR PERIOD (1485-1603)
 My Secret Protector, Pam Binder
By His Majesty’s Grace, Jennifer Blake
The Queen’s Lady, Shannon Drake
At the King’s Pleasure, Kate Emerson
Kissed by Shadows, Jane Feather
A Dangerous Love, Bertrice Small
The Maiden’s Hand, Susan Wiggs
GEORGIAN PERIOD (1714 - 1810)
 A Scandalous Countess, Jo Beverley
To Desire a Devil, Elizabeth Hoyt
Desperate Duchesses, Eloisa James
Ruthless: The House of Rohan, Anne Stuart
Dangerous to Love, Elizabeth Thornton
REGENCY PERIOD (1811 - 1820)
The Proposal, Mary Balogh
Never Dare a Duke, Gayle Callen
 Notorious, Nicola Cornick
Prince of Ravenscar, Catherine Coulter
A Week to Be Wicked, Tessa Dare
To Tempt a Rake, Cara Elliott
Lady Amelia’s Mess and a Half, Samantha Grace
The Irish Duke, Virginia Henley
Dangerous in Diamonds, Madeline Hunter
A Lady Never Surrenders, Sabrina Jeffries
To Desire a Wicked Duke, Nicole Jordan
The Silent Governess, Julie Klassen
Tangled Reins, Stephanie Laurens
The Revenge of Lord Eberlin, Julia London
The Naked King, Sally MacKenzie
No Longer a Gentleman, Mary Jo Putney
The Angel in My Arms, Stefanie Sloane
The Orchid Affair, Lauren Willig
VICTORIAN PERIOD (1837 – 1901)
 My Wicked Little Lies, Victoria Alexander
Return of the Viscount, Gayle Callen
Taken by the Prince, Christina Dodd
The Winter Rose, Jennifer Donnelly
The Seduction of an Unknown Lady, Samantha James
Tempt Me at Twilight, Lisa Kleypas
A Rogue of My Own, Johanna Lindsey
The Beautiful Stranger, Julia London
How Do I Love Thee? Nancy Moser
The River Knows, Amanda Quick
The Darkest Sin, Caroline Richards
A Bewitching Bride, Elizabeth Thornton
Straw in the Wind, Janet Woods
AMERICAN WEST:
FRONTIER & PIONEER LOVE STORIES - 19th Century
 Remembered, Tamera Alexander
Promise Me Forever, Diane Amos
Lucky Penny, Catherine Anderson
No Place for a Lady, Maggie Brendan
Dawn Comes Early, Margaret Brownley
Paper Roses, Amanda Cabot
Wind Dancer, Jamie Carie
Sheriff’s Choice, Jane McBride Choate
Love in Disguise, Carol Cox
Love Finds You in Golden, New Mexico, Lena Nelson Dooley
The Colonel’s Lady, Laura Frantz
Kissing Comfort, Jo Goodman
A Vote of Confidence, Robin Lee Hatcher
Matthew, Emma Lang
McKettrick’s Choice, Linda Lael Miller
The Counterfeit Bride, Nancy J. Parra
A Dream to Call My Own, Traci Peterson
Spring for Susannah, Catherine Richmond
Relentless, Bobbi Smith
The Parlor House Daughter, Joanne Sundell
Open Country, Kaki Warner
A Most Unsuitable Match, Stephanie Grace Whitson
The Hidden Valley: A Frontier Story, Jeanne Williams
Short-Straw Bride, Karen Witemeyer
AMERICAN WEST: 20TH CENTURY INCLUDING DEPRESSION ERA
 Wonderland Creek, Lynn Austin
Dangerous Heart, Tracey Bateman
Winds of Time, Mary A. Benton
Evening Star, Carolyn Brown
Rainwater, Sandra Brown
Sonoma Rose: An Elm Creek Quilts Novel, Jennifer Chiaverini
The Miner’s Daughter, Alice Duncan
Song of the Road, Dorothy Garlock
Water for Elephants, Sara Gruen
Dancing in the Rain, Amanda Harte
The Bridegroom: A Stone Creek Novel, Linda Lael Miller
The Longest Road, Jeanne Williams
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