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Affaire Royale
Nora Roberts

Affaire Royale

Quick Answer

Start with "Affaire Royale" to begin the Cordina's Royal Family. It is the essential series starter and provides the necessary foundation for the rest of the books.

Quick Verdict

✅ Safe to read now (Series Entry Point)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: This is the essential series starter that introduces the Nora Roberts's core world and character arcs. It is required reading for all new fans.

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2020288 ppSeries Starter
<p><b>“The queen of romantic suspense” (<i>The Columbus Dispatch</i>), #1 <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author Nora Roberts begins her Cordina’s Royal Family quartet with the story of a woman targeted for her noble lineage, the man tasked with protecting her, and the undeniable passion that consumes them in <i>Affaire Royale</i>.</b><br><br>Princess Gabriella reappeared as suddenly as she had vanished. Taken against her will, she managed to escape her abductors and return home. Suffering from memory loss, she doesn’t know who kidnapped her or where she was held.<br><br>Aware the princess is still in danger, her family hires American ex-cop Reeve MacGee as a bodyguard. He possesses the perfect set of skills to shield and defend her against any threat. But when it came to helping Gabriella recover her mind and spirit, Reeve found himself even more determined to heal her heart—and protect their growing love.</p>
Next Recommended Book

Cordina's Crown Jewel

Book #2 of 2 in Series

Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

Chronological Order

May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.

Order Confidence

high Confidence

Why this order?

Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for Cordina's Royal Family conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading Affaire Royale?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read Affaire Royale before other books in the series?

Yes, Affaire Royale is the first book in the series and is the ideal starting point for new readers.

Is Affaire Royale required reading for the Cordina's Royal Family?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after Affaire Royale in the reading order?

The next recommended book after Affaire Royale is Cordina's Crown Jewel (Book #2).