Maggie Robinson Books in Order: The Complete Reading Guide

Good news for order-anxious readers: every Robinson romance is a self-contained standalone. The series simply gather related characters — a matchmaking agency, a gossip sheet, a Regency courtesan's court — so you get cameos and callbacks by reading in order, but no cliffhangers force your hand. Below are her main romance series, each in reading order.

Ladies Unlaced (Edwardian) in order

Set in the early 1900s and revolving around a discreet agency that places companions and staff in aristocratic households — each placement sparking romance and a little mischief.

1. In the Arms of the Heiress (2013) — A wealthy young woman hires a former soldier to pose in her employ, and the arrangement blurs into something real.
2. In the Heart of the Highlander (2013) — A companion sent to a brooding Scottish lord's household finds the assignment far more complicated than advertised.
3. The Reluctant Governess (2014) — A governess placement puts a spirited heroine under the same roof as a man determined to resist her.
4. The Unsuitable Secretary (2014) — The series' warm finale, pairing a capable secretary with an employer who cannot keep his mind on his correspondence.

The London List (Regency) in order

Anchored by a scandal-sheet newspaper, these Regency romances mix gossip, reputation and second chances.

1. Lord Gray's List (2011) — A viscount and the woman behind a scandal sheet that keeps printing his name. Enemies-to-lovers with sharp dialogue.
2. Captain Durant's Countess (2013) — A marriage-of-convenience arrangement with an aching, slow-burn heart.
3. Lady Anne's Lover (2012) — A ruined lady, a fresh start in the Welsh countryside, and a doctor who upends her plans.

Courtesan Court (Regency) and more

The Courtesan Court series is a lively set of Regency romances centred on a fashionable London mews where noblemen keep their mistresses — a premise ripe for tangled affairs and unexpected true love. It is steamier and cheekier than her later series, and a favourite among readers who like their Regencies playful. Robinson has also written the cosy 1920s Lady Adelaide Mysteries, which sit outside the romance shelf but showcase the same wit if you enjoy a crime puzzle alongside your period detail.

Where to start

For the most polished introduction, begin with In the Arms of the Heiress, the opener of Ladies Unlaced — its charm and low-angst warmth are peak Maggie Robinson. If you prefer the Regency era, start with Lord Gray's List for a sparkling enemies-to-lovers, or dive into the Courtesan Court series if you want something a touch spicier. Because each book stands alone, any of these is a safe first step.