Amy Jarecki Books in Order

Where to Start Reading Amy Jarecki

With dozens of novels spanning ancient Scotland, medieval battles, the Jacobite rebellions, and the Regency era, USA Today bestselling author Amy Jarecki offers something for every lover of historical romance. If you are new to her work, you have three primary recommended starting points depending on your favorite subgenre:

• For Classic Highland Romance: Start with the Highland Force series, beginning with Captured by the Pirate Laird (2014). This series features everything fans love about Jarecki—sizzling chemistry, high-stakes clan rivalries, and rugged lords.
• For Time Travel and Epic Adventure: Start with the Guardian of Scotland series, beginning with Rise of a Legend (2015). It blends modern-day elements with the historical wars of Scottish independence.
• For Georgian & Jacobite History: Start with the Lords of the Highlands series, beginning with The Highland Duke (2017). This series explores the emotional and political turmoil of the early 18th-century Jacobite uprisings.

Chronological Reading Order vs. Publication Order

While each of Amy Jarecki's series can be read independently, historical romance purists may enjoy reading her books chronologically by their historical setting. Reading this way allows you to follow the timeline of Scotland’s history from the Roman occupation through the Middle Ages, the Jacobite conflicts, the Regency era, and finally into contemporary times.

1. Roman Love: Pict Desire Series (3rd Century AD)

This duology takes readers back to ancient Scotland (Caledonia) during the Roman occupation, featuring fierce Pictish warriors and Roman conflicts.

1. Rescued by the Celtic Warrior (2014)
2. Celtic Maid (2014)

2. Guardian of Scotland Series (Early 14th Century)

Combining time travel with rich history, this series features characters encountering legendary figures like William Wallace and Robert the Bruce during the Wars of Scottish Independence.

1. Rise of a Legend (2015)
2. In the Kingdom's Name (2016)
3. The Time Traveler's Christmas (2016)

3. The King's Outlaws Series (14th Century)

A traditional medieval romance series set during the reign of Robert the Bruce, highlighting the outlaws and warriors who fought for the Scottish crown.

1. Highland Warlord (2020)
2. Highland Raider (2021)
3. Highland Beast (2021)

4. Highland Dynasty Series (15th Century)

Set during the late 1400s, this series follows the trials, battles, and romances of medieval knights in the Scottish Highlands.

1. Knight in Highland Armor (2015)
2. A Highland Knight's Desire (2015)
3. A Highland Knight to Remember (2015)
4. Highland Knight of Rapture (2015)
5. Highland Knight of Dreams (2019)

5. Highland Force Series (16th Century)

Set during the late 1580s, these action-packed romances highlight clan rivalries, pirate raids, and daring rescues.

1. Captured by the Pirate Laird (2014)
2. The Highland Henchman (2014)
3. Beauty and the Barbarian (2014)
4. Return of the Highland Laird (Novella, 2014)

6. Highland Defender Series (Late 17th Century)

Set around 1691-1692, this trilogy deals with the immediate aftermath of the early Jacobite uprisings and the rising tensions under the British crown.

1. The Fearless Highlander (2016)
2. The Valiant Highlander (2016)
3. The Highlander's Iron Will (2017)

7. Lords of the Highlands Series (18th Century)

Jarecki's highly acclaimed, award-winning series set during the Jacobite era of the early 1700s. While these books function perfectly as standalones, they are best read in order to appreciate the recurring characters and evolving political landscape.

1. The Highland Duke (2017)
2. The Highland Commander (2017)
3. The Highland Guardian (2017)
4. The Highland Chieftain (2018)
5. The Highland Renegade (2019)
6. The Highland Earl (2019)
7. The Highland Rogue (2020)
8. The Highland Laird (2020)

8. Devilish Dukes Series (Regency Era - Early 19th Century)

Shifting focus to the early 1800s, this series follows dashing Regency dukes, high-society scandals, and passionate love affairs across London and Scotland.

1. The Duke's Fallen Angel (2018)
2. The Duke's Untamed Desire (2019)
3. The Duke's Privateer (2021)
4. The Duke's Secret Longings (2022)

9. The MacGalloways Series (Regency/Georgian Transition)

A later series detailing the romantic escapades of the MacGalloway family during the Regency era.

1. A Duke by Scot (2021)
2. Her Unconventional Earl (2022)
3. The Captain's Heiress (2022)
4. Kissing the Highland Twin (2023)
5. A Princess In Plaid (2023)
6. Charmed by a Wily Lass (2024)

Contemporary Series and Standalones

For readers looking for a change of pace from castles and claymores, Amy Jarecki has written several modern-day novels, ranging from high-octane romantic suspense to lighthearted sports romance.

ICE Series (Romantic Suspense)

This contemporary series follows the dangerous operations, secret missions, and romances of elite tactical officers.

1. Hunt for Evil (2017)
2. Body Shot (2017)
3. Mach One (2018)

Blitzed Series (Sports Romance)

A series of contemporary, lighthearted romances centering on professional athletes and the women who steal their hearts.

1. Defenseless (2021)
2. Unintentional (2022)
3. Tackled (2022)

Standalone Novels and Anthologies

Jarecki has also penned several standalone novels, including her award-winning debut Boy Man Chief, and contributed to multi-author romance anthologies.

• Koicto (2011)
• Chihuahua Momma (2013)
• Boy Man Chief (2013)
• The Chihuahua Affair (2013)
• Virtue (2013)
• Time Warriors (2021)
• Get Your Duke On (Anthology, 2022)
• From Rogue to Ruin (Anthology, 2022)
• One Knight's Embrace: A Medieval Romance Collection (Anthology, 2023)

What to Know Before You Start

Amy Jarecki’s books are highly regarded for their historical accuracy, which stems from her deep love of Scotland and her studies at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh. While she carefully threads real historical events (such as the battles of Robert the Bruce or the Jacobite rebellions) into her narratives, the focus remains firmly on the fictional romances of her main characters. This means you do not need a history degree to enjoy her work—the background details enhance the atmosphere without overwhelming the love story. Almost all of her novels feature high steam, adventurous plots, and strong, independent heroines who challenge the traditional constraints of their respective eras.