Amy Rose Bennett Books in Order

How to Start Reading Amy Rose Bennett

If you are looking to plunge into the lush, sensuous world of historical romance, Australian author Amy Rose Bennett is a phenomenal guide. Her books are filled with clever, independent heroines, charmingly reformed rakes, and highly emotional plots set in the elegant drawing rooms of Regency England and the windswept Scottish Highlands. Bennett writes stories that combine high heat, witty banter, and deep emotional resonance.

But with several interconnected series, standalone novellas, and cross-anthology stories, where should you start? Fortunately, the vast majority of Bennett's novels are written to be read as standalones. Each book follows a single couple's journey to a satisfying happily-ever-after. However, characters frequently cross over or make cameo appearances, meaning reading in series order will provide the richest experience.

For most readers, the best starting points are either Up All Night with a Good Duke (the first book in her popular Byronic Book Club series) or her debut novel, Lady Beauchamp's Proposal (which kicks off the Scandalous Regency Widows series).

The Byronic Book Club Series

Set during the Regency era, this witty, engaging series revolves around a group of unconventional ladies who share a love for dark, moody Byronic literature—and find themselves living out their own passionate dramas. It is one of Bennett's most popular series and is highly recommended as a starting point for new readers.

• Up All Night with a Good Duke (2022) – Features Artemis Jones, a schoolteacher turned anonymous romance novelist, and a brooding, protective duke. It plays beautifully with the secret identity and forced proximity tropes.
• Curled Up with an Earl (2023) – Follows a scandalous gossip writer and a scholarly, buttoned-up earl. This book is a wonderful study in opposites-attract dynamics.
• Tall, Duke, and Scandalous (2023) – Centers on a feisty heroine who inherits a newspaper and clashes with a haughty, mysterious duke.

The Disreputable Debutantes Series

This series features four spirited, scandalous young ladies who defy the rigid rules of the ton to find love on their own terms. These books are filled with humor, heat, and delightful banter. Each book highlights a different trope, from fake betrothals to childhood friends-to-lovers.

1. How to Catch a Wicked Viscount (2019) – Focuses on a scandalous wager and an enemies-to-lovers romance.
2. How to Catch an Errant Earl (2020) – Features a fake betrothal that turns into a real, burning passion.
3. How to Catch a Sinful Marquess (2020) – A second-chance romance filled with long-held secrets and intense chemistry.
4. How to Catch a Devilish Duke (2021) – The final entry in the series, pairing a protective duke with a fiercely independent heroine.

Scandalous Regency Widows Series

This trilogy focuses on resilient, independent widows navigating the strict boundaries of Regency society, dark secrets, and second chances at love. Note that this series received a special makeover in 2023 with updated covers and new, extended epilogues.

• Lady Beauchamp's Proposal (2015) – Bennett's debut novel, featuring a gothic-tinged plot about a widow escaping a bad marriage.
• The Ice Duchess (2016) – Follows a widow who guards her heart closely and the persistent rake determined to melt her defenses.
• A Most Unsuitable Countess (2023) – Wraps up the trilogy with a high-stakes romance involving a scandal-plagued widow.

Improper Liaisons Series

If you prefer your historical romance with a higher heat level and plenty of scandal, the Improper Liaisons series is the perfect choice. This series consists of steamy novellas and full-length novels featuring forbidden romances, secret desires, and high emotional stakes.

• An Improper Proposition (2014) – A fiery historical romance dealing with class differences and forbidden passion.
• An Improper Governess (2016) – A classic governess-and-employer trope elevated by high heat and deep emotional conflicts.
• An Improper Christmas (2020) – A festive, steamy novella that fits perfectly into the holiday reading season.
• An Improper Duke (2024) – A full-length novel bringing the signature heat and emotional stakes of the series to a head.

Highland Rogue Duology

For readers who love rugged Scottish heroes, family rivalries, and sweeping historical drama, Bennett's Highland Rogue duology takes you back to the eighteenth-century Scottish Highlands in the aftermath of the Jacobite Rising of 1745.

• The Master of Strathburn (2016) – The very first book Bennett wrote. It tells the story of a Jacobite returning from exile to claim his birthright and the runaway woman he meets in the Highlands.
• The Laird of Blackloch (2018) – Focuses on a fierce clan feud, forbidden passion, and a hero determined to protect his home.

Wicked Winter Nights Series

This series comprises shorter, high-heat Regency holiday stories that are perfect for cozy winter reading. Notably, the second book features a rare FFM triad romance, showcasing Bennett's willingness to write diverse relationship dynamics.

• My Lady of Misrule (2019)
• My Lord of Misrule (2023)

The Parasol Academy Series

Beginning in 2025, Bennett ventured into "historical romantasy" with the Parasol Academy series, which is pitched as "Mary Poppins meets Bridgerton." This series blends cozy fantasy, magic, and Victorian charm, following the graduates of a magical academy for nannies and governesses.

• The Nanny's Handbook to Magic and Managing Difficult Dukes (2025)
• The Governess's Guide to Spells and Managing Misfit Marquesses (2025/2026)

Standalone Novellas and Anthologies

Bennett has also contributed several novellas to historical romance collections. These are great for quick, festive reads:

• Long Gone Girl (2014) – A standalone historical romance novella.
• All She Wants for Christmas (2016) – Featured in the Bluestocking Belles' anthology Mistletoe, Marriage, and Mayhem.
• Dashing Through the Snow (2017) – Featured in the Holly and Hopeful Hearts anthology.
• The Duke Who Came to Christmas Dinner (2023) – Featured in the multi-author holiday anthology Duke in a Box.

What to Know Before You Start

Before diving into Amy Rose Bennett's books, here are a few practical tips to keep in mind:

• Heat Level: Bennett's novels are considered "steamy" to "very steamy." They contain detailed, sensual love scenes and high-heat passion, balanced by strong character arcs and emotional depth.
• Crossovers and Cameos: While you can read books like Curled Up with an Earl or How to Catch an Errant Earl as standalones, you will get the most enjoyment by reading each series in order. Characters from previous books often appear as side characters to offer advice or gossip.
• Publication Order vs. Chronological Order: There are no major timeline discrepancies that require a custom chronological order. Reading her series in their published sequence is the simplest and most satisfying path.