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Order of Jude Deveraux Books
When it comes to romance novels that sweep you off your feet, toss you into history, and leave you breathless with every turn of the page, Jude Deveraux is nothing short of literary royalty.
Born on September 20, 1947, in Fairdale, Kentucky, Jude Deveraux didn’t grow up with a silver quill in hand or a destiny carved out in parchment. In fact, her journey to becoming one of the best-selling authors of historical and contemporary romance novels was anything but conventional. Before the world knew her as the queen of the Montgomery and Taggert family sagas, she was Jude Gilliam, a fiery spirit with a heart full of dreams and a degree in art from Murray State University in Kentucky.
Yes, art. Not literature. Not creative writing. Art. Ironic, right? The woman whose words would later paint vivid portraits of medieval knights, Southern charmers, and time-traveling heroines actually began by studying brushstrokes. But what is writing, if not art in motion?
In the early days of her life, she worked as a schoolteacher—but the classroom couldn’t contain her imagination. The longing for stories, the kind that blend mystery, magic, and romance, bubbled beneath the surface. And in 1978, Jude Deveraux exploded into the literary world with her debut novel, The Enchanted Land. That one book catapulted her into the realm of romance fiction legends, and she never looked back.
With over 60 novels to her name, many of which have been translated into multiple languages, Jude Deveraux became synonymous with sweeping sagas and deeply human characters. She carved out a unique space in the romance genre by blending historical fiction with paranormal elements, family sagas, and even suspense, daring to bend genre rules before it was cool.
But what made her truly unforgettable? Her recurring families—the Montgomerys and Taggerts. Through these interconnected characters, spanning across generations and centuries, Deveraux created a world readers could return to again and again. Every book felt like a reunion. A continuation. A love story that didn’t just end with “happily ever after,” but echoed through time.
Her writing was daring. She didn’t just settle for the traditional “damsel in distress meets dashing hero” trope. No—Jude gave us bold heroines who questioned norms, traveled through time, challenged fate, and often saved themselves. She transported readers from the dusty roads of 18th-century America to the lavish courts of medieval England to the heart of modern-day mysteries in small Southern towns.
Some of her most beloved works like A Knight in Shining Armor, Sweet Liar, Remembrance, and The Summerhouse became instant bestsellers and cult favorites. Especially A Knight in Shining Armor, which redefined the time-travel romance genre and is still whispered about in book clubs with reverence and awe. Who else could make you cry, swoon, and gasp all in the span of one chapter?
And no, Jude Deveraux is not dead—despite countless readers swearing her emotional cliffhangers were designed to “kill them softly.” She is very much alive, still crafting stories that defy convention and tug at the heartstrings. She continues to write, even now in her 70s, proving that the fire of creativity knows no expiration date.
But her life wasn’t just ink and paper. Tragedy struck with the heartbreaking loss of her son, Sam, in 2005. The pain of that moment found its way into her writing, adding even deeper layers of vulnerability and grief to her later works. And yet, even in heartbreak, she kept giving her readers hope—reminding them that love, no matter how lost, could always be found again.
Over the decades, Jude Deveraux has earned countless fans, literary honors, and the love of generations. Her books don’t just entertain; they heal, challenge, and inspire. She’s a name you don’t just read—you follow, like a thread across time, knowing that somewhere between her pages, you’ll find a piece of yourself.
So, whether you’re looking for historical romance, paranormal adventures, or simply stories that make you believe in love again, Jude Deveraux is your go-to author. Just be warned: once you step into her world, there’s no going back.
Because Jude Deveraux doesn’t just write books—
She writes destinies.
Publication Order of Series Books
Publication Order of The Edilean
| Title | Year | Amazon Links |
|---|---|---|
| Lavender Morning | 2009 | Amazon |
| Days of Gold | 2009 | Amazon |
| Scarlet Nights | 2010 | Amazon |
| The Scent of Jasmine | 2010 | Amazon |
| Heartwishes | 2011 | Amazon |
| Moonlight in the Morning | 2011 | Amazon |
| Stranger in the Moonlight | 2012 | Amazon |
| Moonlight Masquerade | 2013 | Amazon |
| Change of Heart | 2014 | Amazon |
Publication Order of The Medlar Mysteries
| Title | Year | Amazon Links |
|---|---|---|
| A Willing Murder | 2018 | Amazon |
| A Justified Murder | 2019 | Amazon |
| A Forgotten Murder | 2020 | Amazon |
| A Relative Murder | 2022 | Amazon |
| An Unfinished Murder | 2024 | Amazon |
Publication Order of The Montgomery/Taggert Family
| Title | Year | Amazon Links |
|---|---|---|
| The Black Lyon | 1980 | Amazon |
| The Velvet Promise | 1981 | Amazon |
| Highland Velvet | 1982 | Amazon |
| Velvet Song | 1983 | Amazon |
| Velvet Angel | 1983 | Amazon |
| Twin of Ice | 1985 | Amazon |
| Twin of Fire | 1985 | Amazon |
| The Temptress | 1986 | Amazon |
| The Raider | 1987 | Amazon |
| The Princess | 1987 | Amazon |
| The Maiden | 1988 | Amazon |
| The Awakening | 1988 | Amazon |
| A Knight in Shining Armor | 1989 | Amazon |
| Wishes | 1989 | Amazon |
| Mountain Laurel | 1990 | Amazon |
| The Duchess | 1991 | Amazon |
| Eternity | 1992 | Amazon |
| Sweet Liar | 1992 | Amazon |
| The Invitation | 1994 | Amazon |
| A Holiday of Love | 1994 | Amazon |
| The Heiress | 1995 | Amazon |
| Someone to Love | 1997 | Amazon |
| Simple Gifts | 1998 | Amazon |
| High Tide | 1999 | Amazon |
| Forever... | 2002 | Amazon |
| Holly | 2003 | Amazon |
| Forever and Always | 2003 | Amazon |
| Always | 2004 | Amazon |
Publication Order of The Nantucket Brides
| Title | Year | Amazon Links |
|---|---|---|
| True Love | 2013 | Amazon |
| For All Time | 2014 | Amazon |
| Ever After | 2015 | Amazon |
Publication Order of The Summerhouse
| Title | Year | Amazon Links |
|---|---|---|
| The Summerhouse | 2001 | Amazon |
| Return to Summerhouse | 2008 | Amazon |
| As You Wish | 2018 | Amazon |
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
| Title | Year | Amazon Links |
|---|---|---|
| Order of Swans | 2025 | Amazon |
| My Heart Will Find You | 2023 | Amazon |
| Meant to Be | 2021 | Amazon |
| Met Her Match | 2019 | Amazon |
| The Girl from Summer Hill | 2016 | Amazon |
| Secrets | 2008 | Amazon |
| Carolina Isle | 2005 | Amazon |
| First Impressions | 2005 | Amazon |
| Wild Orchids | 2003 | Amazon |
| The Mulberry Tree | 2002 | Amazon |
| Temptation | 2000 | Amazon |
| The Blessing | 1998 | Amazon |
| An Angel for Emily | 1998 | Amazon |
| Upon a Midnight Clear | 1997 | Amazon |
| Legend | 1996 | Amazon |
| Remembrance | 1994 | Amazon |
| The Conquest | 1991 | Amazon |
| The Taming | 1989 | Amazon |
| River Lady | 1985 | Amazon |
| Lost Lady | 1985 | Amazon |
| Counterfeit Lady | 1984 | Amazon |
| Sweetbriar | 1983 | Amazon |
| Casa Grande | 1982 | Amazon |
| The Enchanted Land | 1978 | Amazon |