Below is the complete list of Julia Quinn books in publication order. For this series, the chronological reading order is the same as the order of publication.
Blydon Books in Order
- Dancing at Midnight (1995)
Dancing at Midnight was published in 1995 and is listed as book #1 in the Blydon series. - Splendid (1995)
Published in 1995, Splendid is listed as book #2 in the Blydon series. - Minx (1996)
Minx is a 1996 release and appears as book #3 in the Blydon series. - Where’s My Hero? (2003)
(With Kinley MacGregor, Lisa Kleypas)
In the Blydon series, Where’s My Hero? is book #4 and was published in 2003.
The Lyndon Sisters Books in Order
- Everything and the Moon (1997)
Everything and the Moon was published in 1997 and is listed as book #1 in the The Lyndon Sisters series. - Brighter Than the Sun (1997)
Published in 1997, Brighter Than the Sun is listed as book #2 in the The Lyndon Sisters series.
Agents of the Crown Books in Order
- To Catch an Heiress (1998)
To Catch an Heiress was published in 1998 and is listed as book #1 in the Agents of the Crown series. - How to Marry a Marquis (1999)
Published in 1999, How to Marry a Marquis is listed as book #2 in the Agents of the Crown series.
Rokesbys Books in Order
- Because of Miss Bridgerton (2016)
Because of Miss Bridgerton was published in 2016 and is listed as book #1 in the Rokesbys series. - The Girl with the Make-Believe Husband (2017)
Published in 2017, The Girl with the Make-Believe Husband is listed as book #2 in the Rokesbys series. - The Other Miss Bridgerton (2018)
The Other Miss Bridgerton is a 2018 release and appears as book #3 in the Rokesbys series. - First Comes Scandal (2020)
In the Rokesbys series, First Comes Scandal is book #4 and was published in 2020.
Bridgerton Books in Order
with Shonda Rhimes
- The Duke and I (2000)
The Duke and I was published in 2000 and is listed as book #1 in the Bridgerton series. - The Viscount Who Loved Me (2000)
Published in 2000, The Viscount Who Loved Me is listed as book #2 in the Bridgerton series. - An Offer from a Gentleman (2001)
An Offer from a Gentleman is a 2001 release and appears as book #3 in the Bridgerton series. - Romancing Mister Bridgerton (2002)
In the Bridgerton series, Romancing Mister Bridgerton is book #4 and was published in 2002. - To Sir Phillip, With Love (2003)
To Sir Phillip, With Love was first published in 2003; within the Bridgerton series, it is listed as book #5. - When He Was Wicked (2004)
When He Was Wicked was published in 2004 and is listed as book #6 in the Bridgerton series. - It’s in His Kiss (2005)
Published in 2005, It’s in His Kiss is listed as book #7 in the Bridgerton series. - On the Way to the Wedding (2006)
On the Way to the Wedding is a 2006 release and appears as book #8 in the Bridgerton series. - Because of Miss Bridgerton (2016)
In the Bridgerton series, Because of Miss Bridgerton is book #9 and was published in 2016. - The Girl with the Make-Believe Husband (2017)
The Girl with the Make-Believe Husband was first published in 2017; within the Bridgerton series, it is listed as book #10. - The Other Miss Bridgerton (2018)
The Other Miss Bridgerton was published in 2018 and is listed as book #11 in the Bridgerton series. - First Comes Scandal (2020)
Published in 2020, First Comes Scandal is listed as book #12 in the Bridgerton series. - The Wit and Wisdom of Bridgerton (2021)
The Wit and Wisdom of Bridgerton is a 2021 release and appears as book #13 in the Bridgerton series. - Queen Charlotte (2023)
(With Shonda Rhimes)
In the Bridgerton series, Queen Charlotte is book #14 and was published in 2023.
Bridgerton Short Stories Books in Order
- Violet’s Story (2013)
Violet’s Story was published in 2013 and is listed as book #1 in the Bridgerton Short Stories series. - Violet in Bloom (2013)
Published in 2013, Violet in Bloom is listed as book #2 in the Bridgerton Short Stories series. - The Duke and I (Second epilogue) (2013)
The Duke and I (Second epilogue) is a 2013 release and appears as book #3 in the Bridgerton Short Stories series. - The Viscount Who Loved Me(Second epilogue) (2013)
In the Bridgerton Short Stories series, The Viscount Who Loved Me(Second epilogue) is book #4 and was published in 2013. - An Offer from a Gentleman(Second epilogue) (2013)
An Offer from a Gentleman(Second epilogue) was first published in 2013; within the Bridgerton Short Stories series, it is listed as book #5. - Romancing Mister Bridgerton(Second epilogue) (2013)
Romancing Mister Bridgerton(Second epilogue) was published in 2013 and is listed as book #6 in the Bridgerton Short Stories series. - To Sir Phillip, With Love(Second epilogue) (2013)
Published in 2013, To Sir Phillip, With Love(Second epilogue) is listed as book #7 in the Bridgerton Short Stories series. - When He Was Wicked (Second epilogue) (2013)
When He Was Wicked (Second epilogue) is a 2013 release and appears as book #8 in the Bridgerton Short Stories series. - It’s in His Kiss(Second epilogue) (2013)
In the Bridgerton Short Stories series, It’s in His Kiss(Second epilogue) is book #9 and was published in 2013. - On the Way to the Wedding(Second epilogue) (2013)
On the Way to the Wedding(Second epilogue) was first published in 2013; within the Bridgerton Short Stories series, it is listed as book #10.
Bridgerton Collections Books in Order
- Happily Ever After (2013)
Happily Ever After was published in 2013 and is listed as book #1 in the Bridgerton Collections series. - Offer From a Gentleman (2026)
Published in 2026, Offer From a Gentleman is listed as book #2 in the Bridgerton Collections series.
Bevelstoke Books in Order
- The Secret Diaries of Miss Miranda Cheever (2007)
The Secret Diaries of Miss Miranda Cheever was published in 2007 and is listed as book #1 in the Bevelstoke series. - What Happens in London (2009)
Published in 2009, What Happens in London is listed as book #2 in the Bevelstoke series. - Ten Things I Love About You (2010)
Ten Things I Love About You is a 2010 release and appears as book #3 in the Bevelstoke series.
Two Dukes of Wyndham Books in Order
- The Lost Duke of Wyndham (2008)
The Lost Duke of Wyndham was published in 2008 and is listed as book #1 in the Two Dukes of Wyndham series. - Mr. Cavendish, I Presume (2008)
Published in 2008, Mr. Cavendish, I Presume is listed as book #2 in the Two Dukes of Wyndham series.
Lady Most Books in Order
with Connie Brockway, Eloisa James
- The Lady Most Likely… (2010)
The Lady Most Likely… was published in 2010 and is listed as book #1 in the Lady Most series. - The Lady Most Willing… (2012)
Published in 2012, The Lady Most Willing… is listed as book #2 in the Lady Most series.
Smythe-Smith Quartet Books in Order
- Just Like Heaven (2011)
Just Like Heaven was published in 2011 and is listed as book #1 in the Smythe-Smith Quartet series. - A Night Like This (2012)
Published in 2012, A Night Like This is listed as book #2 in the Smythe-Smith Quartet series. - The Sum of All Kisses (2013)
The Sum of All Kisses is a 2013 release and appears as book #3 in the Smythe-Smith Quartet series. - The Secrets of Sir Richard Kenworthy (2015)
In the Smythe-Smith Quartet series, The Secrets of Sir Richard Kenworthy is book #4 and was published in 2015.
Lady Whistledown Books in Order
with Suzanne Enoch, Karen Hawkins, Mia Ryan
- The Further Observations of Lady Whistledown (2003)
The Further Observations of Lady Whistledown was published in 2003 and is listed as book #1 in the Lady Whistledown series. - Lady Whistledown Strikes Back (2004)
Published in 2004, Lady Whistledown Strikes Back is listed as book #2 in the Lady Whistledown series.
Graphic Novels Books in Order
- Miss Butterworth and the Mad Baron (2021)
(With Sarah Gorley, Violet Charles)
Miss Butterworth and the Mad Baron was published in 2021 and is listed as book #1 in the Graphic Novels series.
Non-Fiction Books in Order
- Encounters with Jane Austen (2025)
Encounters with Jane Austen was published in 2025 and is listed as book #1 in the Non-Fiction series.
About Julia Quinn
Julia Quinn is an American historical romance author widely known for writing the beloved Bridgerton novels. Her books are celebrated for their witty dialogue, charming characters, and engaging Regency-era settings. Over the years, Quinn has become one of the most recognizable voices in historical romance, earning a loyal readership and numerous industry awards.
She was born Julie Pottinger in New York City in 1970 but spent much of her childhood in Southern California. From an early age she showed a strong interest in storytelling and literature. Quinn has often spoken about how reading historical romance novels as a teenager sparked her interest in the genre and eventually inspired her to try writing similar stories of her own.
Quinn attended Harvard University, where she studied art history. During her time there, she began writing her first novel as a creative outlet. Although she initially viewed writing as a hobby rather than a career path, the process quickly became something she wanted to pursue more seriously. After graduating, she began submitting manuscripts to publishers while continuing to refine her craft.
Her debut novel, Splendid, was published in 1995 and introduced readers to her signature blend of humor, romance, and emotional storytelling. The book was well received and established Quinn as a promising new voice in historical romance fiction. Several additional novels followed in the late 1990s, many set in Regency England and centered on aristocratic families navigating the complexities of love, reputation, and society.
Quinn’s reputation grew steadily, but her career reached a new level of recognition with the publication of the Bridgerton series beginning in 2000. The novels focus on the large and lively Bridgerton family, with each book telling the romantic story of a different sibling. Reading Julia Quinn’s books in publication order highlights how the series gradually expands the social circle of characters, creating a richly interconnected world of families, friendships, and romantic relationships.
The Bridgerton novels stand out in the romance genre for their balance of lighthearted humor and emotional depth. Quinn’s characters are often witty and relatable, and her stories explore themes of family loyalty, personal growth, and the search for meaningful connection. Rather than focusing solely on dramatic conflict, her books emphasize the development of relationships and the small moments that bring characters together.
The popularity of the series surged dramatically after the release of Bridgerton, which premiered on Netflix in 2020. The adaptation introduced Quinn’s fictional world to a global audience and renewed interest in the original novels. Many readers discovered the books through the series and then returned to explore the entire collection in the order they were published.
Beyond the Bridgerton novels, Quinn has written several additional historical romance series as well as standalone works. Her writing style is known for its conversational tone and playful dialogue, which gives her stories a sense of warmth and accessibility.
Quinn has received numerous honors within the romance writing community. She was inducted into the Romance Writers of America Hall of Fame after winning multiple RITA Awards, one of the genre’s most respected achievements. Her books have appeared on major bestseller lists, including those of The New York Times.
Across her career, Julia Quinn has built a reputation for crafting romantic stories that feel both entertaining and emotionally authentic. By combining historical settings with lively characters and heartfelt relationships, she has helped bring Regency romance to a wide and enthusiastic readership.