Where to Start Reading Emily March
For readers looking to dive into the warm, comforting small-town contemporary romance of Emily March, the absolute best starting point is the fictional town of Eternity Springs, Colorado. The recommended way to experience her books is by publication order, as characters frequently recur, families grow, and the town itself evolves over the course of the novels. The central gateway to this world is Angel's Rest (2011), which introduces the town and establishes a bridge to the author's earlier Texas-set romance series.
The Eternity Springs Series
Eternity Springs is a sanctuary in the Colorado Rockies where broken souls go to heal and find a second chance at love. The core series contains sixteen main novels and novellas, focusing on different couples while maintaining a strong, continuous community thread. The chronological publication order is as follows:
- Angel's Rest (2011) – The first novel, introducing John Gabriel 'Gabe' Callahan and veterinarian Nic Sullivan.
- Hummingbird Lake (2011) – The story of Sage Anderson and Colt McClure.
- Heartache Falls (2011) – Following Ali Sterling and Mac Innis.
- Mistletoe Mine (2011) – A festive novella featuring a holiday romance.
- Lover's Leap (2011) – Focusing on toy maker Mimi Vance and single father Caleb Spenser.
- Nightingale Way (2012) – The story of custom motorcycle builder Deke Sterling and author Marina Sheek.
- Reflection Point (2013) – Following Savannah Fletcher and town marshal Lucca Henderson.
- Miracle Road (2013) – The emotional story of Lucca's brother, former quarterback Hunter Henderson, and developer Megan Selby.
- Dreamweaver Trail (2014) – Featuring Gabi Romano and Clay Landry.
- Teardrop Lane (2015) – The romance between therapist Towny Johnston and pediatrician Sarah Dupree.
- Heartsong Cottage (2015) – Daniel Sullivan and Guinevere 'Gwyn' Clark's story.
- Reunion Pass (2016) – Six Montgomery and veterinarian Celeste Copeland.
- Christmas in Eternity Springs (2016) – A seasonal read featuring Jax Manning and Claire Branham.
- A Stardance Summer (2017) – The story of professional dancer Bernadette 'Bernie' O'Donnell and rancher Cody Kyle.
- The First Kiss of Spring (2018) – Following Life Flight pilot Caitlin Vance and local therapist Noah Vance.
- The Christmas Wishing Tree (2018) – A holiday-themed story of Devin Murphy and Jenna Montgomery.
The Texas Connection: Brazos Bend & The Callahan Brothers
Before writing contemporary romance as Emily March, the author published historical romances and romantic suspense under the pseudonym Geralyn Dawson. One of her most notable series under this name was The Callahan Brothers, set in the fictional town of Brazos Bend, Texas. This series follows the four Callahan brothers: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Gabriel 'Gabe' Callahan.
When she transitioned to the Emily March pen name, she chose to tell Gabe Callahan's story as the kickoff for the Eternity Springs series in Angel's Rest. Gabe is a grieving widower who retreats to the Colorado mountains to heal, directly linking the Texas-set Callahan Brothers series to the Eternity Springs books. The Callahan Brothers books were later reissued under the Emily March name to make this connection seamless for contemporary readers. The recommended order for the Brazos Bend/Callahan Brothers books is:
- Luke / Give Him the Slip (2006)
- Matt (2007)
- Mark (2008)
- A Callahan Carol (2010)
- My Big Old Texas Heartache / A Callahan Carol (2014)
Eternity Springs: The McBrides of Texas
Continuing her love for setting stories in both Colorado and Texas, Emily March wrote a contemporary spin-off trilogy directly connected to Eternity Springs. Set in the Lone Star State, this series follows the McBride family. While it is set in Texas, characters from the main Eternity Springs series occasionally make appearances, keeping the interconnected universe alive. Read these after finishing the main Eternity Springs books:
- Jackson (2019)
- Tucker (2020)
- Boone (2020)
Lake in the Clouds Series
In 2022, Emily March launched a new contemporary women's fiction and romance series called Lake in the Clouds. This series takes place in the same geographical region, set 'just over the mountain' from Eternity Springs. While it features a new cast of characters and focuses deeply on community rebuilding, it shares the same comforting atmosphere and timeline. The books should be read in order of release:
- The Getaway (2022)
- Balancing Act (2023)
- Second Chance Season (2024)
Celebrate Eternity Springs Novellas
In addition to her full-length books, the author has penned digital-first novellas under the Celebrate Eternity Springs banner. These shorter stories focus on side characters, holiday events, and canine companions in the town, offering quick, heartwarming reads. They include:
- The Christmas Pawdcast (2022)
- Better Than a Box of Chocolates (2022)
- The Summer Melt (2023)
Historical Romance: Geralyn Dawson Classics
For readers who enjoy historical settings, March's books written as Geralyn Dawson offer plenty of Victorian-era Texas charm. Her most notable historical series is the Bad Luck Brides (sometimes grouped under the Bad Luck Wedding series), which follows the romantic misadventures of characters associated with a allegedly cursed heirloom wedding dress. The publication order for these historicals is:
- The Bad Luck Wedding Dress (1996)
- The Bad Luck Wedding Cake (1998)
- Simmer All Night (1999)
- Sizzle All Day (2000)
- The Bad Luck Wedding Night (2001)
- Her Bodyguard (2005)
- Her Scoundrel (2005)
- Her Outlaw (2007)
The books Simmer All Night, Sizzle All Day, and The Bad Luck Wedding Night are also referred to as the Bad Luck Abroad trilogy, taking the historical comedy and romance to European destinations.