My Top 10 Historical Romance Writers

A Listmania! list by Chrissie Linnit (East Sussex, England)
 
By Design
1.  By Design by Madeline Hunter
The list author says:
  "A writer who really does endeavour to bring the time period alive as well as the romance. Rhys & Joan's story is a fine example of Madeline's genius at work."
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5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

Dreaming of You
2.  Dreaming of You by Lisa Kleypas
The list author says:
  "Derek Craven is Lisa's most popular romantic hero, so his and Sara's story is my rec. But you really should check out the Bow Street series of books too."
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4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)

Deal with the Devil
3.  Deal with the Devil by Liz Carlyle
The list author says:
  "Liz is an intelligent and elegant writer. Characters like Giles, Lord Walrafen and Aubrey Montford really come to life. Liz writes great sex without resorting to smut."
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4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

Shadowheart
4.  Shadowheart by Laura Kinsale
The list author says:
  "Certainly not a prescriptive romance writer. All her books have a message as well as a romance. Allegreto and Helena are pretty unique as leads."
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4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

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Something Wonderful
5.  Something Wonderful by Judith McNaught
The list author says:
  "People usually recommend  Whitney My Love, well this  is another fine example of the storytelling talent of Ms Mcnaught."
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4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

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The Conqueror
6.  The Conqueror by Brenda Joyce
The list author says:
  "Discard your feminist, modern woman, beliefs when you delve into the tale of Rolfe and Ceidre. Rolfe is a man of his time. Ceidre is my all time heroine for surviving and ultimately thriving."
£3.59   Used & New from: £0.06
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)

The Raven Prince
7.  The Raven Prince by Elizabeth Hoyt
The list author says:
  "Elizabeth is a relatively new author, 2006 was her first release date. She's good. Really good. This is book one of a trilogy."
£5.17   Used & New from: £0.01
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

The Devil's Waltz (Mira Historical Romance)
8.  The Devil's Waltz (Mira Historical Romance) by Anne Stuart
The list author says:
  "It's always a pleasure to read well written stories with believable plots and characters. Christian & Annelise's story is gripping enough to make you forget the time."
£4.33   Used & New from: £0.01
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

Daring
9.  Daring by Jillian Hunter
The list author says:
  "I don't normally like to laugh when I'm trying to get into my romances, but Connor and Maggie's tale had me ROTFLMAO. Jillian does write good romance too, o'course!"
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3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

You Only Love Twice
10.  You Only Love Twice by Elizabeth Thornton
The list author says:
  "Another writer who is able to include a plot, rounded characters, fun, as well as vicarious romance. Luca and Jess's story is just one example of her fine writing."
£5.07   Used & New from: £0.01
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

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