Stephanie Laurens

Stephanie Laurens

Stephanie Laurens also writes as: M.S. Laurens.

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Who Killed The Earl Of Moran? (Standalone) was the most recently released book by Stephanie Laurens, on March 19th, 2026.

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Stephanie Laurens Stats: The highest rated book by Stephanie Laurens on Book Notification is A Secret Love, the 5th novel in the Cynster series. The second-highest rated book is All About Passion (Cynster #7).

The most read book by Stephanie Laurens on Book Notification is Devil's Bride, the first novel in the Cynster series. The second most read book is Scandal's Bride (Cynster #3).

Below is a complete list of Stephanie Laurens books in publication and chronological order, broken down by series. The most popular series by Stephanie Laurens is the Cynster Series.

List of The Adventurers Quartet Books in Publication Order

Ranked by popularity, the top The Adventurers Quartet books are The Lady's Command, Lord of the Privateers, and The Daredevil Snared.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
8
The Lady's Command
2015
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2
8.7
A Buccaneer at Heart
2016
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3
10
The Daredevil Snared
2016
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4
10
Lord of the Privateers
2016
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List of Bastion Club Books in Publication Order

Ranked by popularity, the top Bastion Club books are Captain Jack's Woman, A Gentleman's Honor, and To Distraction.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
8
Captain Jack's Woman
1997
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2
7.5
A Gentleman's Honor
2003
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3
9
The Lady Chosen
2003
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4
7.3
A Lady of His Own
2004
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5
8
A Fine Passion
2005
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6
8
To Distraction
2006
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7
8
Beyond Seduction
2007
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8
8
The Edge of Desire
2008
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9
7
Mastered By Love
2009
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List of Black Cobra Quartet Books in Publication Order

Ranked by popularity, the top Black Cobra Quartet books are The Untamed Bride, The Elusive Bride, and The Brazen Bride.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
8.7
The Untamed Bride
2009
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2
8
The Elusive Bride
2010
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3
9
The Brazen Bride
2010
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4
8.7
The Reckless Bride
2010
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List of Casebook of Barnaby Adair Books in Publication Order

Barnaby Adair, Penelope, Inspector Stokes, and Griselda investigate crimes.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
8
Where the Heart Leads
2008
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2
6
The Peculiar Case of Lord Finsbury's Diamonds
2014
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3
2
The Masterful Mr. Montague
2014
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4
The Curious Case of Lady Latimer's Shoes
2014
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5
Loving Rose
2014
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6
The Confounding Case of the Carisbrook Emeralds
2018
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7
The Murder at Mandeville Hall
2018
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8
8
The Meriwell Legacy
2024
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9
10
Dead Beside The Thames
2024
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10
Marriage and Murder
2025
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11
The Murder of Thomas Cardwell
2025
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12
The Curse of the Ill-Gotten Gains
2025
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List of The Cavanaughs Books in Publication Order

Ranked by popularity, the top The Cavanaughs books are The Designs of Lord Randolph Cavanaugh, The Pursuits of Lord Kit Cavanaugh, and The Beguilement of Lady Eustacia Cavanaugh.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
8
The Designs of Lord Randolph Cavanaugh
2018
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2
10
The Pursuits of Lord Kit Cavanaugh
2019
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3
10
The Beguilement of Lady Eustacia Cavanaugh
2019
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4
The Obsessions of Lord Godfrey Cavanaugh
2020
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List of Cynster Books in Publication Order

Ranked by popularity, the top Cynster books are Devil's Bride, Scandal's Bride, and A Secret Love.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
8.2
Devil's Bride
1998
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2
8
A Rake's Vow
1998
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3
7.8
Scandal's Bride
1998
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4
8
A Rogue's Proposal
1999
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5
8.4
A Secret Love
2000
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6
7.8
All About Love
2001
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7
8.3
All About Passion
2001
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8
7.5
The Promise in a Kiss
2001
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9
7.7
On a Wild Night
2002
Go
10
7.6
On a Wicked Dawn
2002
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11
8
The Perfect Lover
2003
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12
7.5
The Ideal Bride
2004
Go
13
7.3
The Truth About Love
2005
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14
8
What Price Love?
2006
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15
7.3
The Taste of Innocence
2007
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16
7
Temptation and Surrender
2009
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17
The Wedding Planner
2011
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18
Lost and Found
2012
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List of The Cynster Sisters Duo Books in Publication Order

Cynster ladies face unexpected attraction and determined suitors, yet each believes love is not her destiny.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
8
And Then She Fell
2013
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2
6
The Taming of Ryder Cavanaugh
2013
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List of The Cynster Sisters Trilogy Books in Publication Order

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
8.7
Viscount Breckenridge to the Rescue
2011
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2
8.7
In Pursuit of Eliza Cynster
2011
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3
8.7
The Capture of the Earl of Glencrae
2012
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List of Cynster Next Generation Books in Publication Order

Cynster children grown up in Victorian age face fated love, murder, and intrigue.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
6
By Winter's Light
2014
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2
8
The Tempting of Thomas Carrick
2015
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3
8.7
A Match for Marcus Cynster
2015
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4
10
The Lady By His Side
2017
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5
10
An Irresistible Alliance
2017
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6
9
The Greatest Challenge of Them All
2017
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7
10
A Conquest Impossible to Resist
2019
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8
9
The Inevitable Fall of Christopher Cynster
2020
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9
The Games Lovers Play
2021
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10
The Secrets of Lord Grayson Child
2021
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11
Foes, Friends and Lovers
2022
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12
The Time for Love
2022
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13
Miss Flibbertigibbet and The Barbarian
2023
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14
8
Miss Prim and the Duke of Wylde
2023
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15
A Family Of His Own
2024
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List of Devil's Brood Trilogy Books in Publication Order

Historical romances where paired couples hunt a deadly gunpowder plot while falling in love.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
10
The Lady By His Side
2017
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2
10
An Irresistible Alliance
2017
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3
9
The Greatest Challenge of Them All
2017
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List of It Happened One Books in Publication Order

Heroes return from war and find love while seeking a bride.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
6
It Happened One Night
2008
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2
8
It Happened One Season (With: Mary Balogh, Jacquie D'Alessandro, Candice Hern)
2011
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List of Lady Osbaldestone's Christmas Chronicles Books in Publication Order

Ranked by popularity, the top Lady Osbaldestone's Christmas Chronicles books are Lady Osbaldestone's Christmas Goose, Lady Osbaldestone and the Missing Christmas Carols, and Lady Osbaldestone’s Plum Puddings.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
8.7
Lady Osbaldestone's Christmas Goose
2017
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2
10
Lady Osbaldestone and the Missing Christmas Carols
2018
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3
10
Lady Osbaldestone’s Plum Puddings
2019
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4
8
Lady Osbaldestone's Christmas Intrigue
2020
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5
The Meaning of Love
2021
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List of Lester Family Books in Publication Order

Lester family members avoid marriage and love, only to encounter persistent suitors and independent individuals who challenge their resolve.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
6
The Reasons For Marriage
1994
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2
6
A Lady Of Expectations
1995
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3
8
An Unwilling Conquest
1996
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List of Regencies Books in Publication Order

Reluctant ladies and determined rakes clash in Regency romances with persistent suitors.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
6
Tangled Reins
1992
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2
7
Four In Hand
1993
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3
9
Impetuous Innocent
1994
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4
6
Fair Juno
1994
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5
A Suitable Marriage
1996
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6
A Comfortable Wife
1997
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List of Standalone Novels in Publication Order

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
The Lady Risks All
2012
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2
Who Killed The Earl Of Moran?
2026
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List of Short Stories/Novellas in Publication Order

Ranked by popularity, the top short stories and novellas are Rose in Bloom, Scandalous Lord Dere, and The Fall of Rogue Gerrard.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
Scandalous Lord Dere
2000
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2
The Fall of Rogue Gerrard
2008
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3
Rose in Bloom
2011
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4
The Seduction of Sebastian Trantor
2012
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5
A Return Engagement
2013
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6
Melting Ice
2013
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List of Short Story Collections in Publication Order

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
6
Secrets of a Perfect Night
2000
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2
The World of Stephanie Laurens
2011
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3
A Lady of Expectations and Other Stories
2012
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List of Chronicles Of Claerwhen Books in Publication Order (as M.S. Laurens)

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
Desire's Prize
2013
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List of The Legend of Nimway Hall Books in Publication Order

Love and magic entwine at Nimway Hall, where guardians clash with outsiders and ancient orbs guide destined matches.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
1818 ( By: Suzanne Enoch)
2018
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2
10
1750
2018
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3
1794 ( By: Karen Hawkins)
2018
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4
1888 - Alexandra (By: Victoria Alexander)
2020
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List of Governess Brides Books in Publication Order

Young governesses support themselves and find love with their noble employers.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
10
That Scandalous Evening ( By: Christina Dodd)
1998
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2
8
Rules of Surrender ( By: Christina Dodd)
2000
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3
7.3
Rules of Engagement ( By: Christina Dodd)
2000
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4
7.2
Rules of Attraction ( By: Christina Dodd)
2001
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5
8
In My Wildest Dreams ( By: Christina Dodd)
2001
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6
9
Lost in Your Arms ( By: Christina Dodd)
2002
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7
10
My Favorite Bride ( By: Christina Dodd)
2002
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8
9
My Fair Temptress ( By: Christina Dodd)
2005
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9
7.3
Hero, Come Back (With: Christina Dodd, Elizabeth Boyle)
2005
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10
9.3
In Bed with the Duke ( By: Christina Dodd)
2010
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11
10
Taken by the Prince ( By: Christina Dodd)
2011
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12
10
A Pirate's Wife for Me ( By: Christina Dodd)
2015
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13
The Third Suitor (By: Christina Dodd)
2022
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List of Stephanie Laurens Anthologies in Publication Order

#ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
8
Scottish Brides
1999
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2
My Scandalous Bride
1999
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3
A Season For Scandal
2001
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4
8
Royal Weddings
2011
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5
6
Rules of Engagement
2012
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6
8
Royal Bridesmaids
2012
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7
The Trouble with Virtue
2013
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8
Heart's Kiss Magazine, Issue 13, February-March 2019
2019
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Stephanie Laurens

Stephanie Laurens was born on August 14th, 1953 and is currently 73 years old. Stephanie Laurens was born in Celyon (now Sri Lanka).

Stephanie Laurens is known for writing in the Historical Fiction and Romance genres.

Stephanie Laurens is the author of the Cynster series which currently consists of 18 novels. The Cynster series started in 1998 with the novel Devil's Bride. The most recently released novel in the Cynster series was Lost and Found which was released in 2012. There are no upcoming novels for the Cynster series.

Stephanie Laurens has also written the Cynster Next Generation series which has 15 books including By Winter's Light and The Tempting of Thomas Carrick.

Related Authors

Fans of Stephanie Laurens also enjoy these authors:

  1. Amanda Quick, author of the Burning Cove Series.
  2. Sarah MacLean, author of: These Summer Storms.
  3. Christina Dodd, author of the Cape Charade Series.
  4. KJ Charles, author of the Charm of Magpies Series.
  5. Grace Burrowes, author of the Duke's Obsession Series.
  6. Mary Jo Putney, author of the Davenport Family Series.
  7. Judith McNaught, author of the Westmoreland Saga Series.
  8. Suzanne Enoch, author of the Lessons in Love Series.
  9. Iris Johansen, author of the Eve Duncan Series.
  10. Julia Quinn, author of the Bridgerton Series.

Stephanie Laurens: F.A.Q

When was Stephanie Laurens Born? How old is Stephanie Laurens?

Stephanie Laurens was born on August 14th, 1953. Stephanie Laurens is currently 73 years old.

Where was Stephanie Laurens Born?

Stephanie Laurens was born in Celyon (now Sri Lanka) and is Sri Lankan.

What was the first book Stephanie Laurens wrote?

The first book written by Stephanie Laurens was Tangled Reins, published in 1992.

What was the most recent book Stephanie Laurens wrote?

Her most recently released work was Who Killed The Earl Of Moran? on March 19th, 2026.

What is the most popular book by Stephanie Laurens?

Based on the number of readers on Book Notification, the most popular Stephanie Laurens book is Devil's Bride. Here are her most popular books and their average ratings:
  1. Devil's Bride (8.15)
  2. Scandal's Bride (7.80)
  3. A Secret Love (8.40)
  4. A Rake's Vow (8.00)
  5. A Rogue's Proposal (8.00)

What genres does Stephanie Laurens Write?

Stephanie Laurens primarily writes in the Historical Fiction and Romance genres. Her work includes sub-genres such as Romantic Suspense, Historical Romance, and Regency Romance.

Are there upcoming new books by Stephanie Laurens?

Stephanie Laurens does not have any upcoming books with a set publication date within the next few months at this time.

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How many books has Stephanie Laurens written?

Stephanie Laurens has written 101 books across 22 series and categories, excluding contributions to anthologies.
  • 4 books in The Adventurers Quartet Series
  • 9 books in the Bastion Club Series
  • 4 books in the Black Cobra Quartet Series
  • 12 books in the Casebook of Barnaby Adair Series
  • 4 books in The Cavanaughs Series
  • 18 books in the Cynster Series
  • 2 books in The Cynster Sisters Duo Series
  • 3 books in The Cynster Sisters Trilogy Series
  • 15 books in the Cynster Next Generation Series
  • 3 books in the Devil's Brood Trilogy Series
  • 2 books in the It Happened One Series
  • 5 books in the Lady Osbaldestone's Christmas Chronicles Series
  • 3 books in the Lester Family Series
  • 6 books in the Regencies Series
  • 2 Standalone Novels
  • 6 Short Stories/Novellas
  • 3 Short Story Collections
  • 1 book in the Chronicles Of Claerwhen Series
  • 1 book in The Legend of Nimway Hall Series
  • 1 book in the Governess Brides Series

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