Nora Roberts Books In Order

Below is the complete list of Nora Roberts books in order. For each series, the chronological reading order is the same as the order of publication.

Publication Order of In Death Books
as J.D. Robb

  1. Naked in Death (1995)
    by Nora Roberts
    Naked in Death was published in 1995 and is listed as book #1 in the In Death series.
  2. Glory in Death (1995)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1995, Glory in Death is listed as book #2 in the In Death series.
  3. Immortal in Death (1996)
    by Nora Roberts
    Immortal in Death is a 1996 release and appears as book #3 in the In Death series.
  4. Rapture in Death (1996)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the In Death series, Rapture in Death is book #4 and was published in 1996.
  5. Ceremony in Death (1997)
    by Nora Roberts
    Ceremony in Death was first published in 1997; within the In Death series, it is listed as book #5.
  6. Vengeance in Death (1997)
    by Nora Roberts
    Vengeance in Death was published in 1997 and is listed as book #6 in the In Death series.
  7. Holiday in Death (1998)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1998, Holiday in Death is listed as book #7 in the In Death series.
  8. Conspiracy in Death (1999)
    by Nora Roberts
    Conspiracy in Death is a 1999 release and appears as book #8 in the In Death series.
  9. Loyalty in Death (1999)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the In Death series, Loyalty in Death is book #9 and was published in 1999.
  10. Witness in Death (2000)
    by Nora Roberts
    Witness in Death was first published in 2000; within the In Death series, it is listed as book #10.
  11. Judgment in Death (2000)
    by Nora Roberts
    Judgment in Death was published in 2000 and is listed as book #11 in the In Death series.
  12. Betrayal in Death (2001)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2001, Betrayal in Death is listed as book #12 in the In Death series.
  13. Seduction in Death (2001)
    by Nora Roberts
    Seduction in Death is a 2001 release and appears as book #13 in the In Death series.
  14. Reunion in Death (2002)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the In Death series, Reunion in Death is book #14 and was published in 2002.
  15. Purity in Death (2002)
    by Nora Roberts
    Purity in Death was first published in 2002; within the In Death series, it is listed as book #15.
  16. Portrait in Death (2003)
    by Nora Roberts
    Portrait in Death was published in 2003 and is listed as book #16 in the In Death series.
  17. Imitation in Death (2003)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2003, Imitation in Death is listed as book #17 in the In Death series.
  18. Divided in Death (2004)
    by Nora Roberts
    Divided in Death is a 2004 release and appears as book #18 in the In Death series.
  19. Visions in Death (2004)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the In Death series, Visions in Death is book #19 and was published in 2004.
  20. Survivor In Death (2005)
    by Nora Roberts
    Survivor In Death was first published in 2005; within the In Death series, it is listed as book #20.
  21. Origin in Death (2005)
    by Nora Roberts
    Origin in Death was published in 2005 and is listed as book #21 in the In Death series.
  22. Memory in Death (2006)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2006, Memory in Death is listed as book #22 in the In Death series.
  23. Born in Death (2006)
    by Nora Roberts
    Born in Death is a 2006 release and appears as book #23 in the In Death series.
  24. Innocent in Death (2007)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the In Death series, Innocent in Death is book #24 and was published in 2007.
  25. Creation in Death (2007)
    by Nora Roberts
    Creation in Death was first published in 2007; within the In Death series, it is listed as book #25.
  26. Strangers in Death (2008)
    by Nora Roberts
    Strangers in Death was published in 2008 and is listed as book #26 in the In Death series.
  27. Salvation in Death (2008)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2008, Salvation in Death is listed as book #27 in the In Death series.
  28. Promises in Death (2009)
    by Nora Roberts
    Promises in Death is a 2009 release and appears as book #28 in the In Death series.
  29. Kindred in Death (2009)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the In Death series, Kindred in Death is book #29 and was published in 2009.
  30. Fantasy in Death (2010)
    by Nora Roberts
    Fantasy in Death was first published in 2010; within the In Death series, it is listed as book #30.
  31. Indulgence in Death (2010)
    by Nora Roberts
    Indulgence in Death was published in 2010 and is listed as book #31 in the In Death series.
  32. Treachery in Death (2011)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2011, Treachery in Death is listed as book #32 in the In Death series.
  33. New York to Dallas (2011)
    by Nora Roberts
    New York to Dallas is a 2011 release and appears as book #33 in the In Death series.
  34. Celebrity in Death (2012)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the In Death series, Celebrity in Death is book #34 and was published in 2012.
  35. Delusion in Death (2012)
    by Nora Roberts
    Delusion in Death was first published in 2012; within the In Death series, it is listed as book #35.
  36. Calculated in Death (2013)
    by Nora Roberts
    Calculated in Death was published in 2013 and is listed as book #36 in the In Death series.
  37. Thankless in Death (2013)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2013, Thankless in Death is listed as book #37 in the In Death series.
  38. Concealed in Death (2014)
    by Nora Roberts
    Concealed in Death is a 2014 release and appears as book #38 in the In Death series.
  39. Festive in Death (2014)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the In Death series, Festive in Death is book #39 and was published in 2014.
  40. Obsession in Death (2015)
    by Nora Roberts
    Obsession in Death was first published in 2015; within the In Death series, it is listed as book #40.
  41. Devoted in Death (2015)
    by Nora Roberts
    Devoted in Death was published in 2015 and is listed as book #41 in the In Death series.
  42. Brotherhood in Death (2016)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2016, Brotherhood in Death is listed as book #42 in the In Death series.
  43. Apprentice in Death (2016)
    by Nora Roberts
    Apprentice in Death is a 2016 release and appears as book #43 in the In Death series.
  44. Echoes in Death (2017)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the In Death series, Echoes in Death is book #44 and was published in 2017.
  45. Secrets in Death (2017)
    by Nora Roberts
    Secrets in Death was first published in 2017; within the In Death series, it is listed as book #45.
  46. Dark in Death (2018)
    by Nora Roberts
    Dark in Death was published in 2018 and is listed as book #46 in the In Death series.
  47. Leverage in Death (2018)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2018, Leverage in Death is listed as book #47 in the In Death series.
  48. Connections in Death (2019)
    by Nora Roberts
    Connections in Death is a 2019 release and appears as book #48 in the In Death series.
  49. Vendetta in Death (2019)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the In Death series, Vendetta in Death is book #49 and was published in 2019.
  50. Golden in Death (2020)
    by Nora Roberts
    Golden in Death was first published in 2020; within the In Death series, it is listed as book #50.
  51. Shadows in Death (2020)
    by Nora Roberts
    Shadows in Death was published in 2020 and is listed as book #51 in the In Death series.
  52. Faithless in Death (2021)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2021, Faithless in Death is listed as book #52 in the In Death series.
  53. Forgotten in Death (2021)
    by Nora Roberts
    Forgotten in Death is a 2021 release and appears as book #53 in the In Death series.
  54. Abandoned in Death (2022)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the In Death series, Abandoned in Death is book #54 and was published in 2022.
  55. Desperation in Death (2022)
    by Nora Roberts
    Desperation in Death was first published in 2022; within the In Death series, it is listed as book #55.
  56. Encore in Death (2023)
    by Nora Roberts
    Encore in Death was published in 2023 and is listed as book #56 in the In Death series.
  57. Payback in Death (2023)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2023, Payback in Death is listed as book #57 in the In Death series.
  58. Random in Death (2024)
    by Nora Roberts
    Random in Death is a 2024 release and appears as book #58 in the In Death series.
  59. Passions in Death (2024)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the In Death series, Passions in Death is book #59 and was published in 2024.
  60. Bonded in Death (2025)
    by Nora Roberts
    Bonded in Death was first published in 2025; within the In Death series, it is listed as book #60.
  61. Framed in Death (2025)
    by Nora Roberts
    Framed in Death was published in 2025 and is listed as book #61 in the In Death series.
  62. Stolen in Death (2026)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2026, Stolen in Death is listed as book #62 in the In Death series.
  63. Fury in Death (2026)
    by Nora Roberts
    Fury in Death is a 2026 release and appears as book #63 in the In Death series.
  64. Perfect in Death (2027)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the In Death series, Perfect in Death is book #64 and was published in 2027.

Publication Order of In Death Short Stories & Novellas Books

  1. Midnight in Death (1998)
    by Nora Roberts
    Midnight in Death was published in 1998 and is listed as book #1 in the In Death Short Stories & Novellas series.
  2. Interlude in Death (2001)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2001, Interlude in Death is listed as book #2 in the In Death Short Stories & Novellas series.
  3. Remember When / Hot Rocks (2003)
    by Nora Roberts
    Remember When / Hot Rocks is a 2003 release and appears as book #3 in the In Death Short Stories & Novellas series.
  4. Big Jack (2003)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the In Death Short Stories & Novellas series, Big Jack is book #4 and was published in 2003.
  5. Haunted in Death (2006)
    by Nora Roberts
    Haunted in Death was first published in 2006; within the In Death Short Stories & Novellas series, it is listed as book #5.
  6. Eternity in Death (2007)
    by Nora Roberts
    Eternity in Death was published in 2007 and is listed as book #6 in the In Death Short Stories & Novellas series.
  7. Ritual In Death (2008)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2008, Ritual In Death is listed as book #7 in the In Death Short Stories & Novellas series.
  8. Missing in Death (2009)
    by Nora Roberts
    Missing in Death is a 2009 release and appears as book #8 in the In Death Short Stories & Novellas series.
  9. Possession in Death (2010)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the In Death Short Stories & Novellas series, Possession in Death is book #9 and was published in 2010.
  10. Chaos in Death (2011)
    by Nora Roberts
    Chaos in Death was first published in 2011; within the In Death Short Stories & Novellas series, it is listed as book #10.
  11. Taken in Death (2013)
    by Nora Roberts
    Taken in Death was published in 2013 and is listed as book #11 in the In Death Short Stories & Novellas series.
  12. Wonderment Death (2015)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2015, Wonderment Death is listed as book #12 in the In Death Short Stories & Novellas series.

Publication Order of In Death Collections Books
as J.D. Robb

  1. Three in Death (2007)
    by Nora Roberts
    Three in Death was published in 2007 and is listed as book #1 in the In Death Collections series.
  2. Time of Death (2011)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2011, Time of Death is listed as book #2 in the In Death Collections series.

Publication Order of Bride Quartet Books

  1. Vision in White (2009)
    by Nora Roberts
    Vision in White was published in 2009 and is listed as book #1 in the Bride Quartet series.
  2. Bed of Roses (2009)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2009, Bed of Roses is listed as book #2 in the Bride Quartet series.
  3. Savor the Moment (2010)
    by Nora Roberts
    Savor the Moment is a 2010 release and appears as book #3 in the Bride Quartet series.
  4. Happy Ever After (2010)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Bride Quartet series, Happy Ever After is book #4 and was published in 2010.

Publication Order of The Calhoun Women Books

  1. Courting Catherine (1991)
    by Nora Roberts
    Courting Catherine was published in 1991 and is listed as book #1 in the The Calhoun Women series.
  2. A Man for Amanda (1991)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1991, A Man for Amanda is listed as book #2 in the The Calhoun Women series.
  3. For the Love of Lilah (1991)
    by Nora Roberts
    For the Love of Lilah is a 1991 release and appears as book #3 in the The Calhoun Women series.
  4. Suzanna’s Surrender (1991)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the The Calhoun Women series, Suzanna’s Surrender is book #4 and was published in 1991.
  5. Megan’s Mate (1995)
    by Nora Roberts
    Megan’s Mate was first published in 1995; within the The Calhoun Women series, it is listed as book #5.

Publication Order of Celebrity Magazine Books

  1. Second Nature (1986)
    by Nora Roberts
    Second Nature was published in 1986 and is listed as book #1 in the Celebrity Magazine series.
  2. One Summer (1986)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1986, One Summer is listed as book #2 in the Celebrity Magazine series.

Publication Order of Chesapeake Bay Saga Books

  1. Sea Swept (1998)
    by Nora Roberts
    Sea Swept was published in 1998 and is listed as book #1 in the Chesapeake Bay series.
  2. Rising Tides (1998)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1998, Rising Tides is listed as book #2 in the Chesapeake Bay series.
  3. Inner Harbor (1999)
    by Nora Roberts
    Inner Harbor is a 1999 release and appears as book #3 in the Chesapeake Bay series.
  4. The Quinns’ Christmas (2000)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Chesapeake Bay series, The Quinns’ Christmas is book #4 and was published in 2000.
  5. Chesapeake Blue (2002)
    by Nora Roberts
    Chesapeake Blue was first published in 2002; within the Chesapeake Bay series, it is listed as book #5.

Publication Order of Chronicles of The One Books

  1. Year One (2017)
    by Nora Roberts
    Year One was published in 2017 and is listed as book #1 in the Chronicles of The One series.
  2. Of Blood and Bone (2018)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2018, Of Blood and Bone is listed as book #2 in the Chronicles of The One series.
  3. The Rise of Magicks (2019)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Rise of Magicks is a 2019 release and appears as book #3 in the Chronicles of The One series.

Publication Order of Circle Trilogy Books

  1. Morrigan’s Cross (2006)
    by Nora Roberts
    Morrigan’s Cross was published in 2006 and is listed as book #1 in the Circle Trilogy series.
  2. Dance of the Gods (2006)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2006, Dance of the Gods is listed as book #2 in the Circle Trilogy series.
  3. Valley of Silence (2006)
    by Nora Roberts
    Valley of Silence is a 2006 release and appears as book #3 in the Circle Trilogy series.

Publication Order of Concannon Sisters / Irish Born Trilogy Books

  1. Born in Fire (1994)
    by Nora Roberts
    Born in Fire was published in 1994 and is listed as book #1 in the Concannon Sisters / Irish Born Trilogy series.
  2. Born in Ice (1995)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1995, Born in Ice is listed as book #2 in the Concannon Sisters / Irish Born Trilogy series.
  3. Born in Shame (1996)
    by Nora Roberts
    Born in Shame is a 1996 release and appears as book #3 in the Concannon Sisters / Irish Born Trilogy series.

Publication Order of Cordina’s Royal Family Books

  1. Affaire Royale (1986)
    by Nora Roberts
    Affaire Royale was published in 1986 and is listed as book #1 in the Cordina’s Royal Family series.
  2. Command Performance (1987)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1987, Command Performance is listed as book #2 in the Cordina’s Royal Family series.
  3. The Playboy Prince / Starlit Winter Nights (1987)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Playboy Prince / Starlit Winter Nights is a 1987 release and appears as book #3 in the Cordina’s Royal Family series.
  4. Cordina’s Crown Jewel (1992)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Cordina’s Royal Family series, Cordina’s Crown Jewel is book #4 and was published in 1992.

Publication Order of The Cousins O’Dwyer Trilogy Books

  1. Dark Witch (2013)
    by Nora Roberts
    Dark Witch was published in 2013 and is listed as book #1 in the The Cousins O’Dwyer Trilogy series.
  2. Shadow Spell (2014)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2014, Shadow Spell is listed as book #2 in the The Cousins O’Dwyer Trilogy series.
  3. Blood Magick (2014)
    by Nora Roberts
    Blood Magick is a 2014 release and appears as book #3 in the The Cousins O’Dwyer Trilogy series.

Publication Order of A Coven of Three Trilogy Books

  1. Birth of the Witch: A Coven of Three Trilogy Book 1 (2026)
    by Nora Roberts
    Birth of the Witch: A Coven of Three Trilogy Book 1 was published in 2026 and is listed as book #1 in the A Coven of Three Trilogy series.

Publication Order of The Donovan Legacy Books

  1. Captivated (1992)
    by Nora Roberts
    Captivated was published in 1992 and is listed as book #1 in the The Donovan Legacy series.
  2. Entranced (1992)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1992, Entranced is listed as book #2 in the The Donovan Legacy series.
  3. Charmed (1992)
    by Nora Roberts
    Charmed is a 1992 release and appears as book #3 in the The Donovan Legacy series.
  4. Enchanted (1999)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the The Donovan Legacy series, Enchanted is book #4 and was published in 1999.

Publication Order of The Dragon Heart Legacy Books

  1. The Awakening (2020)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Awakening was published in 2020 and is listed as book #1 in the The Dragon Heart Legacy series.
  2. The Becoming (2021)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2021, The Becoming is listed as book #2 in the The Dragon Heart Legacy series.
  3. The Choice (2022)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Choice is a 2022 release and appears as book #3 in the The Dragon Heart Legacy series.

Publication Order of Dream Trilogy Books

  1. Daring to Dream (1996)
    by Nora Roberts
    Daring to Dream was published in 1996 and is listed as book #1 in the Dream Trilogy series.
  2. Holding the Dream (1996)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1996, Holding the Dream is listed as book #2 in the Dream Trilogy series.
  3. Finding the Dream (1996)
    by Nora Roberts
    Finding the Dream is a 1996 release and appears as book #3 in the Dream Trilogy series.

Publication Order of Gallaghers of Ardmore / Irish Trilogy Books

  1. Jewels of the Sun (1999)
    by Nora Roberts
    Jewels of the Sun was published in 1999 and is listed as book #1 in the Gallaghers of Ardmore / Irish Trilogy series.
  2. Tears of the Moon (1999)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1999, Tears of the Moon is listed as book #2 in the Gallaghers of Ardmore / Irish Trilogy series.
  3. Heart of the Sea (2000)
    by Nora Roberts
    Heart of the Sea is a 2000 release and appears as book #3 in the Gallaghers of Ardmore / Irish Trilogy series.

Publication Order of Great Chefs Books

  1. Summer Desserts (1985)
    by Nora Roberts
    Summer Desserts was published in 1985 and is listed as book #1 in the Great Chefs series.
  2. Lessons Learned (1986)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1986, Lessons Learned is listed as book #2 in the Great Chefs series.

Publication Order of The Guardians Trilogy Books

  1. Stars of Fortune (2015)
    by Nora Roberts
    Stars of Fortune was published in 2015 and is listed as book #1 in the The Guardians Trilogy series.
  2. Bay of Sighs (2016)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2016, Bay of Sighs is listed as book #2 in the The Guardians Trilogy series.
  3. Island of Glass (2016)
    by Nora Roberts
    Island of Glass is a 2016 release and appears as book #3 in the The Guardians Trilogy series.

Publication Order of Inn BoonsBoro Trilogy Books

  1. The Next Always (2011)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Next Always was published in 2011 and is listed as book #1 in the Inn BoonsBoro Trilogy series.
  2. The Last Boyfriend (2012)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2012, The Last Boyfriend is listed as book #2 in the Inn BoonsBoro Trilogy series.
  3. The Perfect Hope (2012)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Perfect Hope is a 2012 release and appears as book #3 in the Inn BoonsBoro Trilogy series.

Publication Order of In the Garden Books

  1. Blue Dahlia (2004)
    by Nora Roberts
    Blue Dahlia was published in 2004 and is listed as book #1 in the In the Garden series.
  2. Black Rose (2005)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2005, Black Rose is listed as book #2 in the In the Garden series.
  3. Red Lily (2005)
    by Nora Roberts
    Red Lily is a 2005 release and appears as book #3 in the In the Garden series.

Publication Order of Irish Hearts Books

  1. Irish Thoroughbred (1981)
    by Nora Roberts
    Irish Thoroughbred was published in 1981 and is listed as book #1 in the Irish Hearts series.
  2. Sullivan’s Woman (1984)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1984, Sullivan’s Woman is listed as book #2 in the Irish Hearts series.
  3. Irish Rose (1988)
    by Nora Roberts
    Irish Rose is a 1988 release and appears as book #3 in the Irish Hearts series.
  4. Irish Rebel (2000)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Irish Hearts series, Irish Rebel is book #4 and was published in 2000.

Publication Order of Key Trilogy Books

  1. Key of Light (2003)
    by Nora Roberts
    Key of Light was published in 2003 and is listed as book #1 in the Key Trilogy series.
  2. Key of Knowledge (2003)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2003, Key of Knowledge is listed as book #2 in the Key Trilogy series.
  3. Key of Valor (2003)
    by Nora Roberts
    Key of Valor is a 2003 release and appears as book #3 in the Key Trilogy series.

Publication Order of Lost Bride Trilogy Books

  1. Inheritance (2023)
    by Nora Roberts
    Inheritance was published in 2023 and is listed as book #1 in the Lost Bride Trilogy series.
  2. The Mirror (2024)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2024, The Mirror is listed as book #2 in the Lost Bride Trilogy series.
  3. The Seven Rings (2025)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Seven Rings is a 2025 release and appears as book #3 in the Lost Bride Trilogy series.

Publication Order of Loving Jack Books

  1. Loving Jack (1989)
    by Nora Roberts
    Loving Jack was published in 1989 and is listed as book #1 in the Loving Jack series.
  2. BestLaid Plans (1989)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1989, BestLaid Plans is listed as book #2 in the Loving Jack series.
  3. Lawless (1989)
    by Nora Roberts
    Lawless is a 1989 release and appears as book #3 in the Loving Jack series.

Publication Order of The MacGregors Books

  1. Playing The Odds (1985)
    by Nora Roberts
    Playing The Odds was published in 1985 and is listed as book #1 in the The MacGregors series.
  2. Tempting Fate (1985)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1985, Tempting Fate is listed as book #2 in the The MacGregors series.
  3. All The Possibilities (1985)
    by Nora Roberts
    All The Possibilities is a 1985 release and appears as book #3 in the The MacGregors series.
  4. One Man’s Art (1985)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the The MacGregors series, One Man’s Art is book #4 and was published in 1985.
  5. For Now, Forever (1987)
    by Nora Roberts
    For Now, Forever was first published in 1987; within the The MacGregors series, it is listed as book #5.
  6. Rebellion (1988)
    by Nora Roberts
    Rebellion was published in 1988 and is listed as book #6 in the The MacGregors series.
  7. In from the Cold (1990)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1990, In from the Cold is listed as book #7 in the The MacGregors series.
  8. The MacGregor Brides (1997)
    by Nora Roberts
    The MacGregor Brides is a 1997 release and appears as book #8 in the The MacGregors series.
  9. The Winning Hand (1998)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the The MacGregors series, The Winning Hand is book #9 and was published in 1998.
  10. The MacGregor Grooms (1998)
    by Nora Roberts
    The MacGregor Grooms was first published in 1998; within the The MacGregors series, it is listed as book #10.
  11. The Perfect Neighbor (1999)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Perfect Neighbor was published in 1999 and is listed as book #11 in the The MacGregors series.
  12. MacGregor Ever After (2023)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2023, MacGregor Ever After is listed as book #12 in the The MacGregors series.

Publication Order of The MacKade Brothers Books

  1. The Return of Rafe MacKade (1995)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Return of Rafe MacKade was published in 1995 and is listed as book #1 in the The MacKade Brothers series.
  2. The Pride of Jared Mackade (1995)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1995, The Pride of Jared Mackade is listed as book #2 in the The MacKade Brothers series.
  3. The Heart of Devin MacKade (1996)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Heart of Devin MacKade is a 1996 release and appears as book #3 in the The MacKade Brothers series.
  4. The Fall of Shane MacKade (1996)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the The MacKade Brothers series, The Fall of Shane MacKade is book #4 and was published in 1996.

Publication Order of Night Tales Books

  1. Night Moves (1985)
    by Nora Roberts
    Night Moves was published in 1985 and is listed as book #1 in the Night Tales series.
  2. Night Shift (1991)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1991, Night Shift is listed as book #2 in the Night Tales series.
  3. Night Shadow (1991)
    by Nora Roberts
    Night Shadow is a 1991 release and appears as book #3 in the Night Tales series.
  4. Nightshade (1993)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Night Tales series, Nightshade is book #4 and was published in 1993.
  5. Night Smoke (1994)
    by Nora Roberts
    Night Smoke was first published in 1994; within the Night Tales series, it is listed as book #5.
  6. Night Shield (2000)
    by Nora Roberts
    Night Shield was published in 2000 and is listed as book #6 in the Night Tales series.

Publication Order of The O’Hurleys Books

  1. Dance to the Piper (1988)
    by Nora Roberts
    Dance to the Piper was published in 1988 and is listed as book #1 in the The O’Hurleys series.
  2. Skin Deep (1988)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1988, Skin Deep is listed as book #2 in the The O’Hurleys series.
  3. The Last Honest Woman (1988)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Last Honest Woman is a 1988 release and appears as book #3 in the The O’Hurleys series.
  4. Without a Trace (1990)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the The O’Hurleys series, Without a Trace is book #4 and was published in 1990.

Publication Order of Reflections and Dreams: The Bannions Books

  1. Reflections (1983)
    by Nora Roberts
    Reflections was published in 1983 and is listed as book #1 in the Reflections and Dreams: The Bannions series.
  2. Dance of Dreams (1983)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1983, Dance of Dreams is listed as book #2 in the Reflections and Dreams: The Bannions series.

Publication Order of Sacred Sins Books

  1. Sacred Sins (1987)
    by Nora Roberts
    Sacred Sins was published in 1987 and is listed as book #1 in the Sacred Sins series.
  2. Brazen Virtue (1988)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1988, Brazen Virtue is listed as book #2 in the Sacred Sins series.

Publication Order of Sign of Seven Books

  1. Blood Brothers (2007)
    by Nora Roberts
    Blood Brothers was published in 2007 and is listed as book #1 in the Sign of Seven series.
  2. The Hollow (2008)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2008, The Hollow is listed as book #2 in the Sign of Seven series.
  3. The Pagan Stone (2008)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Pagan Stone is a 2008 release and appears as book #3 in the Sign of Seven series.

Publication Order of The Stanislaskis: Those Wild Ukrainians Books

  1. Taming Natasha (1990)
    by Nora Roberts
    Taming Natasha was published in 1990 and is listed as book #1 in the The Stanislaskis: Those Wild Ukrainians series.
  2. Luring a Lady (1991)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1991, Luring a Lady is listed as book #2 in the The Stanislaskis: Those Wild Ukrainians series.
  3. Falling for Rachel (1993)
    by Nora Roberts
    Falling for Rachel is a 1993 release and appears as book #3 in the The Stanislaskis: Those Wild Ukrainians series.
  4. Convincing Alex (1994)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the The Stanislaskis: Those Wild Ukrainians series, Convincing Alex is book #4 and was published in 1994.
  5. Waiting for Nick (1997)
    by Nora Roberts
    Waiting for Nick was first published in 1997; within the The Stanislaskis: Those Wild Ukrainians series, it is listed as book #5.
  6. Considering Kate (2001)
    by Nora Roberts
    Considering Kate was published in 2001 and is listed as book #6 in the The Stanislaskis: Those Wild Ukrainians series.

Publication Order of Stars of Mithra Books

  1. Hidden Star (1997)
    by Nora Roberts
    Hidden Star was published in 1997 and is listed as book #1 in the Stars of Mithra series.
  2. Captive Star (1997)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1997, Captive Star is listed as book #2 in the Stars of Mithra series.
  3. Secret Star (1998)
    by Nora Roberts
    Secret Star is a 1998 release and appears as book #3 in the Stars of Mithra series.

Publication Order of Three Sisters Island Books

  1. Dance Upon The Air (2001)
    by Nora Roberts
    Dance Upon The Air was published in 2001 and is listed as book #1 in the Three Sisters Island series.
  2. Heaven and Earth (2001)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2001, Heaven and Earth is listed as book #2 in the Three Sisters Island series.
  3. Face the Fire (2002)
    by Nora Roberts
    Face the Fire is a 2002 release and appears as book #3 in the Three Sisters Island series.

Publication Order of Time and Again: Hornblower-Stone Books

  1. Time Was (1989)
    by Nora Roberts
    Time Was was published in 1989 and is listed as book #1 in the Time and Again: Hornblower-Stone series.
  2. Times Change (1989)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1989, Times Change is listed as book #2 in the Time and Again: Hornblower-Stone series.

Publication Order of Standalone Books

  1. Blithe Images (1982)
    by Nora Roberts
    Blithe Images was published in 1982 and is listed as book #1 in the Standalone series.
  2. The Heart’s Victory (1982)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1982, The Heart’s Victory is listed as book #2 in the Standalone series.
  3. Island of Flowers (1982)
    by Nora Roberts
    Island of Flowers is a 1982 release and appears as book #3 in the Standalone series.
  4. Search For Love (1982)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Standalone series, Search For Love is book #4 and was published in 1982.
  5. Song of the West (1982)
    by Nora Roberts
    Song of the West was first published in 1982; within the Standalone series, it is listed as book #5.
  6. From This Day (1983)
    by Nora Roberts
    From This Day was published in 1983 and is listed as book #6 in the Standalone series.
  7. Her Mother’s Keeper (1983)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1983, Her Mother’s Keeper is listed as book #7 in the Standalone series.
  8. Once More With Feeling (1983)
    by Nora Roberts
    Once More With Feeling is a 1983 release and appears as book #8 in the Standalone series.
  9. This Magic Moment (1983)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Standalone series, This Magic Moment is book #9 and was published in 1983.
  10. Tonight and Always (1983)
    by Nora Roberts
    Tonight and Always was first published in 1983; within the Standalone series, it is listed as book #10.
  11. Untamed (1983)
    by Nora Roberts
    Untamed was published in 1983 and is listed as book #11 in the Standalone series.
  12. Endings and Beginnings (1984)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1984, Endings and Beginnings is listed as book #12 in the Standalone series.
  13. First Impressions (1984)
    by Nora Roberts
    First Impressions is a 1984 release and appears as book #13 in the Standalone series.
  14. The Law is a Lady (1984)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Standalone series, The Law is a Lady is book #14 and was published in 1984.
  15. Less of a Stranger (1984)
    by Nora Roberts
    Less of a Stranger was first published in 1984; within the Standalone series, it is listed as book #15.
  16. A Matter of Choice (1984)
    by Nora Roberts
    A Matter of Choice was published in 1984 and is listed as book #16 in the Standalone series.
  17. Opposites Attract (1984)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1984, Opposites Attract is listed as book #17 in the Standalone series.
  18. Promise Me Tomorrow (1984)
    by Nora Roberts
    Promise Me Tomorrow is a 1984 release and appears as book #18 in the Standalone series.
  19. Rules of the Game (1984)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Standalone series, Rules of the Game is book #19 and was published in 1984.
  20. Storm Warning (1984)
    by Nora Roberts
    Storm Warning was first published in 1984; within the Standalone series, it is listed as book #20.
  21. Boundary Lines (1985)
    by Nora Roberts
    Boundary Lines was published in 1985 and is listed as book #21 in the Standalone series.
  22. Dual Image (1985)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1985, Dual Image is listed as book #22 in the Standalone series.
  23. Partners (1985)
    by Nora Roberts
    Partners is a 1985 release and appears as book #23 in the Standalone series.
  24. The Right Path (1985)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Standalone series, The Right Path is book #24 and was published in 1985.
  25. Risky Business (1986)
    by Nora Roberts
    Risky Business was first published in 1986; within the Standalone series, it is listed as book #25.
  26. Treasures Lost, Treasures Found (1986)
    by Nora Roberts
    Treasures Lost, Treasures Found was published in 1986 and is listed as book #26 in the Standalone series.
  27. A Will and a Way (1986)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1986, A Will and a Way is listed as book #27 in the Standalone series.
  28. The Art of Deception (1986)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Art of Deception is a 1986 release and appears as book #28 in the Standalone series.
  29. Mind over Matter (1987)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Standalone series, Mind over Matter is book #29 and was published in 1987.
  30. Hot Ice (1987)
    by Nora Roberts
    Hot Ice was first published in 1987; within the Standalone series, it is listed as book #30.
  31. Temptation (1987)
    by Nora Roberts
    Temptation was published in 1987 and is listed as book #31 in the Standalone series.
  32. Local Hero (1988)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1988, Local Hero is listed as book #32 in the Standalone series.
  33. The Name of the Game (1988)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Name of the Game is a 1988 release and appears as book #33 in the Standalone series.
  34. Gabriel’s Angel (1989)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Standalone series, Gabriel’s Angel is book #34 and was published in 1989.
  35. Sweet Revenge (1989)
    by Nora Roberts
    Sweet Revenge was first published in 1989; within the Standalone series, it is listed as book #35.
  36. The Welcoming (1989)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Welcoming was published in 1989 and is listed as book #36 in the Standalone series.
  37. Impulse (1989)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1989, Impulse is listed as book #37 in the Standalone series.
  38. Public Secrets (1990)
    by Nora Roberts
    Public Secrets is a 1990 release and appears as book #38 in the Standalone series.
  39. Genuine Lies (1991)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Standalone series, Genuine Lies is book #39 and was published in 1991.
  40. Carnal Innocence (1991)
    by Nora Roberts
    Carnal Innocence was first published in 1991; within the Standalone series, it is listed as book #40.
  41. Divine Evil (1992)
    by Nora Roberts
    Divine Evil was published in 1992 and is listed as book #41 in the Standalone series.
  42. Honest Illusions (1992)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1992, Honest Illusions is listed as book #42 in the Standalone series.
  43. Unfinished Business (1992)
    by Nora Roberts
    Unfinished Business is a 1992 release and appears as book #43 in the Standalone series.
  44. Private Scandals (1993)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Standalone series, Private Scandals is book #44 and was published in 1993.
  45. Hidden Riches (1994)
    by Nora Roberts
    Hidden Riches was first published in 1994; within the Standalone series, it is listed as book #45.
  46. True Betrayals (1995)
    by Nora Roberts
    True Betrayals was published in 1995 and is listed as book #46 in the Standalone series.
  47. Montana Sky (1996)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1996, Montana Sky is listed as book #47 in the Standalone series.
  48. From the Heart (1996)
    by Nora Roberts
    From the Heart is a 1996 release and appears as book #48 in the Standalone series.
  49. Sanctuary (1997)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Standalone series, Sanctuary is book #49 and was published in 1997.
  50. Homeport (1998)
    by Nora Roberts
    Homeport was first published in 1998; within the Standalone series, it is listed as book #50.
  51. The Reef (1998)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Reef was published in 1998 and is listed as book #51 in the Standalone series.
  52. River’s End (1999)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1999, River’s End is listed as book #52 in the Standalone series.
  53. Carolina Moon (2000)
    by Nora Roberts
    Carolina Moon is a 2000 release and appears as book #53 in the Standalone series.
  54. Midnight Bayou (2001)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Standalone series, Midnight Bayou is book #54 and was published in 2001.
  55. The Villa (2001)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Villa was first published in 2001; within the Standalone series, it is listed as book #55.
  56. Three Fates (2002)
    by Nora Roberts
    Three Fates was published in 2002 and is listed as book #56 in the Standalone series.
  57. Birthright (2003)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2003, Birthright is listed as book #57 in the Standalone series.
  58. Remember When / Hot Rocks (2003)
    (As: J.D. Robb)
    by Nora Roberts
    Remember When / Hot Rocks is a 2003 release and appears as book #58 in the Standalone series.
  59. Northern Lights (2004)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Standalone series, Northern Lights is book #59 and was published in 2004.
  60. Blue Smoke (2005)
    by Nora Roberts
    Blue Smoke was first published in 2005; within the Standalone series, it is listed as book #60.
  61. The Best Mistake (2005)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Best Mistake was published in 2005 and is listed as book #61 in the Standalone series.
  62. Angels Fall (2006)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2006, Angels Fall is listed as book #62 in the Standalone series.
  63. High Noon (2007)
    by Nora Roberts
    High Noon is a 2007 release and appears as book #63 in the Standalone series.
  64. Tribute (2008)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Standalone series, Tribute is book #64 and was published in 2008.
  65. Black Hills (2009)
    by Nora Roberts
    Black Hills was first published in 2009; within the Standalone series, it is listed as book #65.
  66. The Search (2010)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Search was published in 2010 and is listed as book #66 in the Standalone series.
  67. Chasing Fire (2011)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2011, Chasing Fire is listed as book #67 in the Standalone series.
  68. The Witness (2012)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Witness is a 2012 release and appears as book #68 in the Standalone series.
  69. Whiskey Beach (2013)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Standalone series, Whiskey Beach is book #69 and was published in 2013.
  70. The Collector (2014)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Collector was first published in 2014; within the Standalone series, it is listed as book #70.
  71. The Liar (2015)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Liar was published in 2015 and is listed as book #71 in the Standalone series.
  72. The Obsession (2016)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2016, The Obsession is listed as book #72 in the Standalone series.
  73. Come Sundown (2017)
    by Nora Roberts
    Come Sundown is a 2017 release and appears as book #73 in the Standalone series.
  74. Shelter in Place (2018)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Standalone series, Shelter in Place is book #74 and was published in 2018.
  75. Under Currents (2019)
    by Nora Roberts
    Under Currents was first published in 2019; within the Standalone series, it is listed as book #75.
  76. Hideaway (2020)
    by Nora Roberts
    Hideaway was published in 2020 and is listed as book #76 in the Standalone series.
  77. Legacy (2021)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2021, Legacy is listed as book #77 in the Standalone series.
  78. Christmas Everlasting (2021)
    by Nora Roberts
    Christmas Everlasting is a 2021 release and appears as book #78 in the Standalone series.
  79. Nightwork (2022)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Standalone series, Nightwork is book #79 and was published in 2022.
  80. Identity (2023)
    by Nora Roberts
    Identity was first published in 2023; within the Standalone series, it is listed as book #80.
  81. Mind Games (2024)
    by Nora Roberts
    Mind Games was published in 2024 and is listed as book #81 in the Standalone series.
  82. Hidden Nature (2025)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2025, Hidden Nature is listed as book #82 in the Standalone series.
  83. The Final Target (2026)
    by Nora Roberts
    The Final Target is a 2026 release and appears as book #83 in the Standalone series.

Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas Books

  1. Home for Christmas (1986)
    by Nora Roberts
    Home for Christmas was published in 1986 and is listed as book #1 in the Short Stories/Novellas series.
  2. All I Want for Christmas (1994)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 1994, All I Want for Christmas is listed as book #2 in the Short Stories/Novellas series.
  3. Spellbound (2005)
    by Nora Roberts
    Spellbound is a 2005 release and appears as book #3 in the Short Stories/Novellas series.
  4. Ever After (2010)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Short Stories/Novellas series, Ever After is book #4 and was published in 2010.
  5. Winter Rose (2011)
    by Nora Roberts
    Winter Rose was first published in 2011; within the Short Stories/Novellas series, it is listed as book #5.
  6. A World Apart (2011)
    by Nora Roberts
    A World Apart was published in 2011 and is listed as book #6 in the Short Stories/Novellas series.
  7. The Witching Hour (2011)
    by Nora Roberts
    Published in 2011, The Witching Hour is listed as book #7 in the Short Stories/Novellas series.
  8. In Dreams (2012)
    by Nora Roberts
    In Dreams is a 2012 release and appears as book #8 in the Short Stories/Novellas series.
  9. Wolf Moon (2015)
    by Nora Roberts
    In the Short Stories/Novellas series, Wolf Moon is book #9 and was published in 2015.

About Nora Roberts

Nora Roberts is one of the most successful and prolific authors in modern popular fiction, best known for romance, romantic suspense, family sagas, paranormal trilogies, and futuristic crime novels written under the pen name J.D. Robb. Born Eleanor Marie Robertson in Maryland in 1950, she began writing during a snowstorm in 1979 and published her first novel, Irish Thoroughbred, in 1981. From there, she built a career defined by extraordinary productivity, broad reader appeal, and a distinctive ability to combine emotional intimacy with strong narrative momentum.

Roberts helped shape contemporary romance for generations of readers. Her early category romances established many of the qualities that became central to her work: capable heroines, strong romantic conflict, family ties, humor, sensuality, and satisfying emotional resolution. As her career expanded, she moved into larger standalone novels and connected trilogies, allowing her to explore friendships, siblings, communities, legacies, and supernatural elements on a broader scale.

One of Roberts’ great strengths is structure. Many of her most beloved works are organized around families, friends, or linked couples, with each book giving a different relationship room to develop while also contributing to a larger emotional arc. Series such as the MacGregors, the Stanislaskis, the Chesapeake Bay Saga, the Gallaghers of Ardmore, the Three Sisters Island trilogy, the Circle trilogy, the Bride Quartet, and the Inn BoonsBoro trilogy show her comfort with recurring casts and settings. Readers often return to her books not only for romance, but for the feeling of entering a fully inhabited circle of people.

Her romantic suspense novels reveal another major side of her career. Books such as The Witness, The Search, The Obsession, The Collector, and Identity combine danger, trauma, recovery, and romance with the pacing of a thriller. Roberts frequently writes about women rebuilding their lives after violence, betrayal, or loss, and she often pairs suspense plots with themes of resilience, independence, and chosen family. The crimes may drive the external action, but the emotional core is usually about trust and survival.

As J.D. Robb, Roberts created the In Death series, beginning with Naked in Death. Set in a near-future New York City, the books follow homicide detective Eve Dallas and her husband Roarke through murder investigations that blend police procedural, romantic suspense, and light science fiction. The series became a major second pillar of Roberts’ career, distinct enough in tone to justify a pen name but still recognizable for its emotional continuity, sharp dialogue, and long-term character development.

Roberts has also written many novels with Irish settings, magical elements, and generational themes. Her paranormal and fantasy-leaning trilogies often focus on destiny, ancient evil, friendship, and love as a force that binds people across time. Even when the plots involve witches, gods, ghosts, or alternate worlds, her storytelling remains grounded in relationships and personal courage.

Nora Roberts’ bibliography is enormous, but her appeal is remarkably consistent. She writes about people building lives: falling in love, facing fear, healing old wounds, protecting family, and choosing loyalty when it matters. Whether writing contemporary romance, suspense, paranormal fiction, or futuristic crime as J.D. Robb, Roberts has created a body of work that made her one of the defining voices in commercial fiction.

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