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Start The Macgregors by Nora Roberts with "All The Possibilities", then follow the publication sequence. This order preserves the intended narrative twists and world-building progression.

A lengthy series detailing the romance stories of the members and descendants of the MacGregor family patriarch, Daniel MacGregor.

Reader's Guide

This series spans 6 main titles released between 2020 and 2023. For the best experience, we recommend following the Publication Order below to preserve key plot reveals.

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Short Answer:
Start with "All The Possibilities"

To experience the narrative as intended, read the main sequence in Publication Order.Ignore novellas and side stories until you finish the first 3 core novels. This resolves all timeline confusion and preserves every major twist.

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Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for The Macgregors 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.

Can I skip the short stories?

Technically yes, but we strongly advise against it for The Macgregors. The shorter volumes often establish the core character motivations and world-building that the main saga assumes you already know.

I watched the show/movie first — where should I start?

Ignore the screen adaptations' timeline. Start with "All The Possibilities" to see the original depth of the world. The books offer a significantly different (and usually more complete) experience than the on-screen versions.

Why do people disagree on the order?

Disagreement usually stems from the conflict between purely chronological order and publication order. Most long-term fans recommend publication order to preserve the emotional arc and mystery reveals.

Curator's Strategy

Recommended Reading Order Strategy

The authoritative way to read the "The Macgregors" series is in Publication Order. Start with the first published book. It's the way the author intended the world to be revealed.This ensures you experience character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

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Publication Reading Order6 Titles

Why Publication Order?We recommend reading in Publication Order (default). This follows the author's release schedule, ensuring you experience plot twists, character growth, and world-building exactly as intended without spoilers.
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1

All The Possibilities

Pub: 2020

The MacGregors return in All the Possibilities, #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts’ story of a man and woman divided by familial history but driven towards one another by passions that refuse to be denied.Among the ambitious influencers crowding Washington D.C.’s hallowed halls, Shelby Campbell stood apart from the petty politicians demanding Senator Alan MacGregor’s time. Fearless in expressing her beliefs, she challenged his views with an impressive intellect that also captured his heart. However, Shelby and Alan are connected by an enmity shared between their families for generations. Unwilling to let the past decide their future, Alan commits himself to proving his love for Shelby—and healing them both.

2

Lucky Charm

Pub: 2016Optional

Plot details hidden until you finish "All The Possibilities".

An Irish tale of fated love where a spirited young woman and a charming, cynical stranger discover that destiny might be their most powerful lucky charm.

3

A Will And A Way

Pub: 2022

Plot details hidden until you finish "Lucky Charm".

From “America’s favorite novelist” (The New Yorker), a young woman inherits a fortune—and an even greater gift of love just in time for the holidays—in #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts’s A Will and a Way.When her beloved Uncle Jolley died, Pandora McVie couldn’t imagine her life without him—only to discover that he planned for her future by leaving her $150 million. But to collect her inheritance, Pandora must spend six months in her uncle’s isolated Catskills mansion with her co-beneficiary, Michael Donohue. If being set up on a half-year date that lasts through Christmas by a last will and testament isn’t humiliating enough, Pandora finds living with Michael intolerable—even as she falls in love with him…

4

Macgregor Brides

Pub: 2020

Plot details hidden until you finish "A Will And A Way".

#1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts invites readers to meet The MacGregor Brides in a trio of stories about three young women whose grandfather wishes to bestow upon each of them a happily ever after that can only be found through the bonds of love. Daniel MacGregor has been blessed with a happy marriage his entire life—one that bore him many children and grandchildren. Proud of his family’s notable achievements, he is concerned that some of them have chosen careers over love. Laura, Gwendolyn, and Julia are his oldest granddaughters, and the ninety-year-old patriarch has taken it upon himself to play matchmaker by finding each a potential husband. Neither brides- nor grooms-to-be appreciate his efforts, but if there’s one thing Daniel knows, it’s how to find the perfect mate.

5

Macgregor Grooms

Pub: 2020

Plot details hidden until you finish "Macgregor Brides".

After ensuring that his three granddaughters would all walk down the aisle, a family patriarch turns his matchmaking skills on his grandsons in #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts’ trio of stories in The MacGregor Grooms. For all his wealth and success, ninety-year-old Daniel MacGregor knows that his greatest achievement is a lifelong loving marriage. If only his grandsons D.C., Duncan, and Ian shared his belief instead of rushing through their lives on endless quests for reward and respect. Daniel knows each young man’s heart better than they do themselves—which gives him great insight into finding each of them the perfect bride.

6

Macgregor Ever After

Pub: 2023

Plot details hidden until you finish "Macgregor Grooms".

"The winning hand: Darcy Wallace has less than ten dollars in her pocket when her car breaks down just outside Las Vegas. Dazzled by the lights and desperate to take a chance, she spends the last of her money at a hotel casino and wins the jackpot. When casino manager Robert MacGregor Blade sees how innocent and nervous Darcy is, all he wants to do is protect her. But there's something alluring about the young stranger, and it's messing with Mac's good intentions. Winning Darcy over will be a gamble, but it could be the most rewarding one of Mac's life. The perfect neighbor: Brooding writer Preston McQuinn's new apartment, like his life, is just the way he prefers it--private and empty. But when sunny Cybil Campbell comes barging into his well-ordered gloom, he can't deny a grudging fascination with his bright, bubbly neighbor. Long ago, Preston had closed the door on love for good, so why is he suddenly anxious to open up his heart?"--Publisher marketing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it okay to skip books in the The Macgregors series?

We recommend ignoring novellas and short stories until you finish the core sequence. However, main sequence novels should never be skipped as they contain critical character development and plot progression.

What is the best order to read The Macgregors?

The final answer for the best experience is to start with "All The Possibilities" and proceed in publication order. This sequence preserves character developments and plot reveals exactly as Nora Roberts intended.

Can I read The Macgregors books in any order?

No. The main narrative is strictly sequential. Skipping volumes or reading out of order will lead to significant plot spoilers and confusion regarding character arcs.

Are there spin-offs or companion books?

Yes, the The Macgregors universe includes several companion works. These are marked as 'Optional' in our guide and can be read at any time without disrupting the main storyline.