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Captivated
Nora Roberts

Captivated

Quick Answer

Start with "Captivated" to begin the The Donovan Legacy. 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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2019312 ppSeries Starter
Please Note That The Following Individual Books As Per Original ISBN and Cover Image Shall be Dispatched Collectively:<br/><br/>A Crossfire Novel 5 Books Collection Set By Sylvia Day:<br/><br/>One With You:<br/>Gideon Cross. Falling in love with him was the easiest thing I've ever done. It happened instantly. Completely. Irrevocably.Marrying him was a dream come true. Staying married to him is the fight of my life.<br/><br/>Captivated By You:<br/>Gideon calls me his angel, but he's the miracle in my life. My gorgeous, wounded warrior, so determined to slay my demons while refusing to face his own.The vows we'd exchanged should have bound us tighter than blood and flesh.<br/><br/>Entwined With You:<br/>From the moment I first met Gideon Cross, I recognized something in him that I needed. Something I couldn't resist. I also saw the dangerous and damaged soul inside - so much like my own. I was drawn to it. I needed him as surely as I needed my heart to beat.<br/><br/>Reflected In You:<br/>Gideon Cross. As beautiful and flawless on the outside as he was damaged and tormented on the inside. He was a bright, scorching flame that singed me with the darkest of pleasures. I couldn't stay away. I didn't want to. He was my addiction… my every desire… mine.<br/><br/>Bared To You:<br/>Gideon Cross came into my life like lightning in the darkness - beautiful and brilliant, jagged and white hot. I was drawn to him as I'd never been to anything or anyone in my life. I craved his touch like a drug, even knowing it would weaken me. I was flawed and damaged, and he opened those cracks in me so easily…

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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

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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 The Donovan Legacy 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 Captivated?

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

Can I read Captivated before other books in the series?

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

Is Captivated required reading for the The Donovan Legacy?

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

What comes after Captivated in the reading order?

Currently, Captivated is the latest entry listed in our database for this series guide.