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The Book of Love Books in Order

  • 18 Books
  • 2019 – 2022 Published

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Where to Begin Your Journey: The Recommended Reading Path

For the best experience, readers should dive into The Book of Love series in its publication order. While each novel is a self-contained historical romance featuring a different couple, there is a distinct pleasure in watching the mystical, leather-bound book of love "recipes" pass from one family member or friend to the next. The overall story arc features recurring characters, family updates, and the evolving mythology of the book itself, which makes reading chronologically highly rewarding.

Start with the very first book, The Look of Love (2019), which introduces Lady Olivia Gosling and Alexander "Beast" Beastling, setting the magical stage for the entire saga.

The Book of Love Publication & Chronological Order

Although the full-length novels were published in a steady sequence, Meara Platt also released several novellas that take place at specific points within the timeline. Depending on whether you prefer to follow the main novel numbers or slot the novellas into their chronological positions, here is how the reading order stacks up:

The Novels and Novellas Order

  1. The Look of Love (2019) – Introduces Lady Olivia Gosling and Alexander "Beast" Beastling.
  2. The Touch of Love (2019) – Follows Poppy Farthingale and the war-weary Julian, Earl of Welles.
  3. The Taste of Love (2019) – Follows Lady Penelope Sherbourne and Thaddius MacLauren, Laird of Caithness.
  4. The Hope of Love (2020) – Novella (often designated as Book 3.5). Set during the holidays, following bookshop owner Felicity Billings and Dr. Angus Carmichael.
  5. The Song of Love (2019) – Follows Violet Farthingale and Captain Romulus Brayden.
  6. The Scent of Love (2020) – Follows Belle Farthingale and Finn Brayden.
  7. The Kiss of Love (2020) – Follows Honey Farthingale and the Earl of Wycke.
  8. The Dream of Love (2022) – Novella (often designated as Book 6.5). Follows Lady Remington "Remi" Hartfield and the vicar Adam Carstairs.
  9. The Chance of Love (2020) – Follows young widow Holly Farthingale finding love again.
  10. The Gift of Love (2020) – Follows Dahlia Farthingale and Royal Navy Captain Ronan Brayden.
  11. The Heart of Love (2020) – Follows Heather Farthingale and her romantic dilemma.
  12. The Remembrance of Love (2022) – Novella (often designated as Book 9.5). Follows Lord Innes Buchan and Hyacinth Farthingale.
  13. The Promise of Love (2021)
  14. The Wonder of Love (2021)
  15. The Journey of Love (2021)
  16. The Treasure of Love (2022)
  17. The Dance of Love (2022)
  18. The Miracle of Love (2022)

What to Know Before You Start

Meara Platt's series is known for its lighthearted, warm, and humorous tone, blending classic Regency tropes with a fairy-tale touch of magic. The central plot device is a mysterious book found in a dusty London shop. This book contains "love recipes" and advice that guide young women to their true soulmates. The series is heavily character-driven, focusing on the extensive Farthingale and Brayden family trees, meaning you will see plenty of beloved characters making cameos in later books.

Can the books be read as standalones?

Yes. Each romance wraps up with a satisfying Happily Ever After (HEA), and the couples' individual challenges are resolved by the end of their respective books. However, to keep track of the sprawling family connections and the fun crossovers between the Farthingales and the Braydens, we highly recommend reading them in sequence.

Frequently Asked

What is the recommended starting point for The Book of Love series?

Readers should start with the first novel, The Look of Love, which introduces the magical book and sets up the recurring character dynamics.

Do I need to read the novellas in The Book of Love series?

The novellas (such as The Hope of Love and The Dream of Love) add wonderful holiday flavor and expand on minor characters, but the main novels can be enjoyed without them.

Who wrote The Book of Love series?

The series is written by USA Today bestselling author and Romance Writers of America Golden Heart winner Meara Platt.

How does the magical book work in the stories?

The book functions as a whimsical matchmaker, containing unique recipes, potions, or guidelines that characters test out, ultimately leading them to their true love.

Are there spin-offs or connected series?

While the series concluded its main run around 2022, author Meara Platt has written other popular Regency romances, including The Silver Dukes series.