Julia Quinn Books in Order (Plus Where to Start)

Few romance authors have introduced more readers to historical romance than Julia Quinn. Long before Bridgerton became a global phenomenon, her books were beloved for their witty dialogue, unforgettable characters, and romances that somehow manage to feel both sweeping and incredibly intimate.

What I love most about Julia Quinn’s books is how easy they are to read. Whether you’re new to historical romance or already love the genre, her stories pull you in with humor, family dynamics, and couples you can’t help but root for. If you enjoy historical romance, be sure to also check out my list of the best historical romance books.

If you’re here because of Netflix’s Bridgerton, you’re in the right place. Below you’ll find all Julia Quinn books in order, my favorite Julia Quinn books I’ve read so far, and the best place to start if you’re diving into her backlist for the first time. You may also enjoy my list of best historical romance books if you’re looking for similar historical romances once you’ve binged Julia’s work.

New to Julia Quinn?

If you’re here because of Netflix’s Bridgerton, I recommend starting with The Duke and I, the first book in the Bridgerton series. While the show has made some changes, the books remain some of the most beloved historical romances ever written.

Related:
→ Bridgerton Books in Order
→ Books Like Bridgerton

Where to Start with Julia Quinn

Start Here If You Want the Book That Started It All
👉The Duke and I
The romance that launched the Bridgerton phenomenon. If you’ve watched the Netflix series and want to experience where it all began, this is the perfect place to start.

Start Here If You Love Enemies-to-Lovers
👉The Viscount Who Loved Me
My favorite Bridgerton adaptation and one of Julia Quinn’s strongest romances. Anthony and Kate’s chemistry practically jumps off the page.

Start Here If You Want the Most Emotional Bridgerton Romance
👉 When He Was Wicked
This book feels different from the rest of the series in the best possible way. The angst, longing, and emotional payoff make it one of Julia Quinn’s most memorable romances.

My Favorite Julia Quinn Books So Far

An Offer From a Gentleman

This remains my favorite Bridgerton romance. While the Netflix adaptation took Benedict’s story in a different direction, the book delivers one of my favorite relationships in the entire series. The Cinderella-inspired storyline, Benedict’s romance, and the emotional connection between the characters made this one impossible for me to put down.

The Viscount Who Loved Me

Anthony and Kate deliver everything I want in an enemies-to-lovers romance. Their banter, stubbornness, and chemistry make this one of the standout books in the series.

The Duke and I

The book that introduced readers to the Bridgerton family and the world that made Julia Quinn a household name among romance readers. Daphne and Simon’s romance remains one of the most iconic historical romances of the last twenty-five years.

When He Was Wicked

The emotional intensity of this romance sets it apart from the rest of the series. If you love angst, yearning, and hard-won happy endings, this one absolutely delivers.

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Julia Quinn Books in Order:

• Splendid (1995)
• Dancing at Midnight (1995)
• Minx (1996)
• Everything and The Moon (1997)
• Brighter Than the Sun (1997)
• To Catch an Heiress (1998)
• How to Marry a Marquis (1999)
• Scottish Brides (1999)
• The Duke and I (2000)
• The Viscount Who Loved Me (2000)
• An Offer From a Gentleman (2001)
• Romancing Mr. Bridgerton (2002)
• The Further Observations of Lady Whistledown (2003)
• To Sir Phillip With Love (2003)
• Where’s My Hero? (2003)
• Lady Whistledown Strikes Back (2004)
• When He Was Wicked (2004)
• It’s In His Kiss (2005)
• On the Way to the Wedding (2006)
• The Secret Diaries of Miss Miranda Cheever (2007)
• The Lost Duke of Wyndham (2008)
• Mr. Cavendish, I Presume (2008)
• What Happens in London (2009)
• Ten Things I Love About You (2010)
• The Lady Most Likely… (2010)
• Just Like Heaven (2011)
• A Night Like This (2012)
• The Lady Most Willing… (2012)
• The Bridgertons: Happily Ever After (2013)
• The Sum of All Kisses (2013)
• The Secrets of Sir Richard Kenworthy (2015)
• Because of Miss Bridgerton: A Bridgerton Prequel (2016)
• Four Weddings and a Sixpence (2016)
• The Girl With the Make-Believe Husband (2017)
• The Other Miss Bridgerton (2018)
• First Comes Scandal (2020)
• Bridgerton Collection Volume 1  (2020)
• Bridgerton Collection Volume 2  (2021)
• Bridgerton Collection Volume 3  (2021)
• The Wit and Wisdom of Bridgerton (2021)
• Miss Butterworth and the Mad Baron: A Graphic Novel (2022)
• Queen Charlotte (2023)

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If You Like Julia Quinn, Try These Authors

• Lisa Kleypas: For readers who love unforgettable heroes, emotional depth, and historical romances that are impossible to put down. If you’re ready to branch beyond Bridgerton, Lisa Kleypas is one of the best places to go next.

• Sarah MacLean: If you enjoy strong heroines, witty dialogue, and a slightly more modern feel to your historical romance. Sarah MacLean’s books bring plenty of banter, chemistry, and larger-than-life characters.

• Julie Anne Long: For readers who want some of the most beautifully written historical romance in the genre. Julie Anne Long excels at emotional tension, unforgettable character dynamics, and romances that linger long after the final page.

• Tessa Dare: If your favorite part of Bridgerton is the humor and romantic chemistry, Tessa Dare delivers both in abundance. Her books tend to lean lighter and funnier while still providing plenty of swoon-worthy moments.

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