Nora Roberts
Reading Order Guide.
Nora Roberts (born Eleanor Marie Robertson on October 10, 1950) is an American author of more than 225 romance novels. She writes as J. D. Robb for the in Death series and has also written under the pseudonyms Jill March and for publications in the U.K. as Sarah Hardesty. Roberts was the first author to be inducted into the Romance Writers of America Hall of Fame.
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Start with "Standalone Novels"
The most popular entry point is Carnal Innocence. It introduces the core world-building and key themes found in the author's most acclaimed works.
Standalone Novels Series
Recommended reading order for the Standalone Novels universe.
The Cousins O'Dwyer Trilogy Series
Recommended reading order for the The Cousins O'Dwyer Trilogy universe.
The Concannon Sisters (Irish Trilogy) Series
Recommended reading order for the The Concannon Sisters (Irish Trilogy) universe.
In Death (J.D. Robb) Series
Recommended reading order for the In Death (J.D. Robb) universe.
In Death (as J.D. Robb) Series
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Dream Trilogy Series
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Chesapeake Bay Saga Series
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Once Upon (Anthology Novellas) Series
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Three Sisters Island Trilogy Series
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Cousins O'Dwyer Trilogy Series
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The Sign of Seven Trilogy Series
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The Key Trilogy Series
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In The Garden Trilogy Series
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The Circle Trilogy Series
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The Bride Quartet Series
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Inn Boonsboro Trilogy Series
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The Guardians Trilogy (Stars of Fortune) Series
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The Macgregors Series
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The Chronicles of The One Series
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The Stars of Mithra Series
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Bride Quartet Series
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The Donovan Legacy Series
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The Stanislaskis Series
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The O'Hurleys Series
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Stars of Mithra Series
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Cordina's Royal Family Series
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The Calhoun Women Series
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The Dragon Heart Legacy Series
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The Mackade Brothers Series
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Standalone Books
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I start reading Nora Roberts?
For most new readers, the best place to start is the Standalone Novels series, beginning with the first book, "Carnal Innocence".
How many series has Nora Roberts written?
Nora Roberts has written 29 book series, spanning a total of 739 individual works.
Are there standalone books by Nora Roberts?
Yes, Nora Roberts has written 569 standalone novels that can be read independently of any series.
What is the correct reading order for Nora Roberts books?
We recommend reading each specific series in its Publication Order to preserve character reveals and plot twists as the author intended.