Browse by contemporary or historical, or simply check out a list of recommended authors. Judith mcnaught is one of the romance authors whose books have been read by so many, for so many years, shes a mainstay in terms of reader bestof lists. She lives in texas and is actively involved in literacy, childrens and breast cancer charities. Weve decided to celebrate the last decade of booklists annual spotlight on romance by combining the 10 most recent top 10 romance fiction lists, from 2006 through 2015, to create a roll call of the best recent romance novels as we see thema grouping that could also be titled, the big happilyeverafter reading list. Funny you should ask, ive gone crazy looking and reading for authors and books that had the same effect as judith mcnaught books, which btw, i have read and reread many times. Anyways books written by judith mcnaught also belong to historical romance genre. Books like judith mcnaught if you like judith mcnaught, try. If you like judith mcnaught, youve probably discovered there is simply no one else. Mcnaught was one of the first romance writers to receive a multimillion dollar contract. If you like romance author judith mcnaught, youll like. I love a good romance, be it historical or contemporary or wherever that fuzzy line is in between the two.
Yay finally ive received some adamant recommendations for judith mcnaughts historical romance reads not just for best historical but for some of the best love stories altogether and she also writes contemporary romance. Be aware that in a genre romance novel, the focus is on the relationship. A kingdom of dreams is her only medieval romance and is. Personally, ive almost resigned myself to the possibility that i may reach the end of my lifespan without ever again reading anything that comes close to whitney, my love. Judith mcnaught is a new york times bestselling author from america who is famous for writing a number of popular novels based on the romance and historical fiction genres. My favorites are regency romance and dystopian novels.
Mcnaught was born on may 10, 1944 in san luis obispo, california, united states. Act like it, lucy parker, contemporary romance, 201511. For any of us me included that wanted to delve into historical love. Highly recommended historical romance books maryses. Authors with similar writing style to judith mcnaught. Before becoming a novelist, judith worked as an assistant director, for a major trucking company, as president of an employment agent, president of an executive search firm and was also the first female executive producer for a cbs radio station. Her first hit, whitney, my love 1986, is widely credited as being the first in the regency historical genre. Top regency romance authors for your reading pleasure. And for those who are already fans, the good news is that judith mcnaught is writing again. A list of all judith mcnaughts series in reading order. I went onto read until you and a kingdon of dreams and the series has remained one of my all time favourites.
Books by judith mc naught authors like judith mc naught. Something wonderful the sequels series book 2 kindle. Whitney, my love was the book that first introduced me to historical romance and so, despite the controversy over the rape, it still has a place in my heart and on my keeper shelf. Whitney, my love the westmoreland dynasty saga book 1. Judith mcnaught and julie garwood are two of my favorite authors. Judith mcnaught is an american author of historical and contemporary romance novels. These books dont throw you onoff like a roller coaster, but theyre warm and fun. If you like judith mcnaught you might like similar authors julie garwood, lisa kleypas, johanna lindsey, julia quinn, rosalyn landor. Some readers couldnt say enough amazing things about mcnaught s novels, while others struggle with the oldskool heroes, particularly those who rely on the all women are evil trope to. Books like judith mcnaught if you like judith mcnaught. Best judith mcnaught romance novels score a book s total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. In all the years that ive been reading judith mcnaught, i have yet to find an author who consistently writes comparable characters, angst and romance.
Judith mcnaught not only spins dreams but makes them come true rt book. Judith mcnaught, jude deveraux colorado virginia christmas stories, american. For more if you like contemporary romance recommendations, check out these posts. Of course my first romance novel read will always be close to my heart her flame and the flower. About once a year, i dust off my favorites and go through the entire list again, sinking into the story once more. Regency england is probably romances best known setting, but historical romances span the centuries and continents. Judith mcnaught is hands down one of the best historical romance authors and her book, a kingdom of dreams, was the first historical romance book that i read. Jennifer merrick is abducted by the duke of claymore but she is. Why do all romance novels skip descriptions of postcoital cleanup.
An aar top 100 romance originally published on march 27, 2008 like most romance readers, i have read many books by judith mcnaught and have loved several of them. The 10 best historical romance books that will make you. If you all find this holy grail of novels, please email me, stat. A rogue by any other name if you like judith mcnaught. Her books have been on the nyt bestseller list since 1988. Miracles the westmoreland dynasty saga book 4 kindle. Romance books is a place that we can come together to discuss our love of the romance genre. If you dont normally read romance, consider trying one of these. While only partly true, i do love a great reading fest. Elizabeth elliott born in fort worth, texas as linda elliott is the pseudonym for american romance novel author linda crippes. With this list, i tried to represent that breadth, but i barely scratched the surface.
An extraordinary union, alyssa cole, american historical romance, 2017. See more ideas about historical romance books, historical romance and romance books. However, i have found a few books which, i believe, have mcnaughtian elements. If you like judith mcnaught, youve probably discovered there is simply no one else out there who compares. So here are my all time favorite historical romance novels in no particular order let me know if ive forgotten any of your favorites along the way. For more if you like historical romance recommendations, check out these posts.
Alex georges historical novel the paris hours was enthusiastically wellreceived by our first. With more than 35 million books in print and 26 new york times bestsellers, julie garwood has earned a position among americas favorite fiction writers. Like so many of the authors whose names came up in this poll, it was hard to pick just one beverly jenkins book, but both our readers and our panelists agree, this. See more ideas about judith mcnaught, romance novels and romance books. Any duchess will do, tessa dare, european historical romance, 206. About eight months ago judith mcnaught, mother of the historical romance, founder of my relationship dreams, announced her first book release in twelve years. When i think of the author, paradise, perfect, and a kingdom of dreams instantly pop into my mind as beloved favorites, yet i rarely think about my very first mcnaught, something wonderful. Please feel free to explore and if you like what you see, consider becoming a subscriber and join us in discussion.
See more ideas about judith mcnaught, historical romance and romance novels. The scintillating story of a disgraced marquess reduced to running a london gambling hall who. For as long as i can remember, julie garwoods historical romances have been on my reread shelf. A kingdom of dreams by judith mcnaught this is the story about a medieval romance in which the duke of claymore kidnaps his enemys grown daughter from a convent. Elizabeth cameron, the countess of havenhurst, possesses a rare gentleness. Who is a better author than judith mcnaught in the regency. In this unforgettable romantic adventure, a teacher of wealthy young ladies. My favorite romance authors are judith mcnaught and kathleen e. I have a lengthy list of enjoyable authors, but no one captures my heart quite like julie garwood does. A saucy spitfire who has grown into a ravishing young woman, whitney stone.
Her first novel, a fairytale like historical romance, was published in 2009, but the darker side of life had always. Honestly, sometimes i joke that i have worked at home all to pay for my book addiction. We always take suggestions from readers, so if youve read a book that you think other jm readers might enjoy, please let. Shes commented on her facebook page and i, for one, cant wait. The sweetest thing, a novel that apparently changed titles and plots a dozen times was, at last, formally announced with a. Woodiwiss is a rose in winter with wolf and the dove a close second. In the meantime, you may enjoy browsing through suggestions from other judith mcnaught fans.
The first book in her remarkably fresh and original fallen angels seriesfeaturing four dark regency era heroes who will steal the hearts of their heroines and the readers alikea rogue will captivate fans of julia quinn and suzanne enoch while bringing new romance readers eagerly into the fold. The sweetest thing, a novel that apparently changed titles and plots a dozen times was, at last, formally announced with a release date of october 23rd, 2018. She is a master of creating spunky, rootable heroines and devastating heroes that id love to uhmm, have a cup of coffee with. Books like judith mcnaught authors like judith mcnaught. You should try and read julie garwood, she has historical novels as well as contemporary. Shes hugely popular, and considered one of the bestofthebest in this genre. Until you the westmoreland dynasty saga book 3 kindle. Some readers couldnt say enough amazing things about mcnaughts novels, while others struggle with the oldskool heroes, particularly those who rely on the all women are evil trope to. She is particularly known for writing down the highly successful westmoreland saga series.