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Elizabeth Bailey

Bestselling Author • 8 Series • 56 Books

8
Series
56
Books
8
Active

🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Brides by Chance Books
Start with: In Honour Bound (2016)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of Governesses Trilogy Books
Start with: Prudence (1992)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of A Lady Fan Mystery Books
Start with: The Gilded Shroud (1992)

About Elizabeth Bailey

Elizabeth Bailey is a wonderful English writer of historical fiction, romance, mystery, thriller, and historical romance stories. She has penned several mind-blowing novel series in her career, including the Governess Trilogy, Brides by Chance series, and Lady Fan Mystery series. Additionally, she has written many single novels, novellas, omnibus, and short story collections. Over the course of her writing career, Bailey has collaborated with different authors such as Anne Herries, Mary Nichols, Dorothy Elbury, Mary Brendan, Anne Ashley, Paula Marshall, Francine Howarth, Jessica Schira, David Wilkin, Susan Ruth, Giselle Marks, etc. She has contributed to the series Steepwood Scandal, working on its book numbers two and ten. Author Bailey was born in The United Kingdom and raised in Africa. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Brides by Chance Books series, Elizabeth Bailey has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.

📚 All Book Series by Elizabeth Bailey

Publication Order of Brides by Chance Books
10 books 2016–2021
1

In Honour Bound

In Honour Bound is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Brides by Chance Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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2016
2

Knight For A Lady

Knight For A Lady continues the Publication Order of Brides by Chance Books story arc with Elizabeth Bailey's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2017
3

A Chance Gone By

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Brides by Chance Books with A Chance Gone By, another outstanding contribution from Elizabeth Bailey.

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2019
4

A Winter's Madcap Escapade

A Winter's Madcap Escapade is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Brides by Chance Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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2019
5

Marriage For Music

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Brides by Chance Books with Marriage For Music, another outstanding contribution from Elizabeth Bailey.

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2020
6

Damsel To The Rescue

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Brides by Chance Books with Damsel To The Rescue, another outstanding contribution from Elizabeth Bailey.

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2020
7

Widow In Mistletoe

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Brides by Chance Books with Widow In Mistletoe, another outstanding contribution from Elizabeth Bailey.

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2020
8

His Auction Prize

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Brides by Chance Books with His Auction Prize, another outstanding contribution from Elizabeth Bailey.

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2021
9

Disaster and the Duke

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Brides by Chance Books with Disaster and the Duke, another outstanding contribution from Elizabeth Bailey.

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2021
10

Taming The Vulture

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Brides by Chance Books with Taming The Vulture, another outstanding contribution from Elizabeth Bailey.

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2021
Publication Order of Governesses Trilogy Books
3 books 1992–2003
1

Prudence

Prudence is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Governesses Trilogy Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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1992
2

Nell

Nell continues the Publication Order of Governesses Trilogy Books story arc with Elizabeth Bailey's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2002
3

Kitty

Kitty continues the Publication Order of Governesses Trilogy Books story arc with Elizabeth Bailey's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2003
Publication Order of A Lady Fan Mystery Books
11 books 1992–2024
1

The Gilded Shroud

The Gilded Shroud continues the Publication Order of A Lady Fan Mystery Books story arc with Elizabeth Bailey's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1992
2

The Deathly Portent

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Deathly Portent as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of A Lady Fan Mystery Books series showcases Elizabeth Bailey's mastery of suspense.

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2012
3

The Opium Purge

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of A Lady Fan Mystery Books with The Opium Purge, another outstanding contribution from Elizabeth Bailey.

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2018
4

The Candlelit Coffin

The Candlelit Coffin is an essential installment in the Publication Order of A Lady Fan Mystery Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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2019
5

The Mortal Blow

The Mortal Blow continues the Publication Order of A Lady Fan Mystery Books story arc with Elizabeth Bailey's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2019
6

The Fateful Marriage

The Fateful Marriage is an essential installment in the Publication Order of A Lady Fan Mystery Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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2020
7

The Dagger Dance

The Dagger Dance is an essential installment in the Publication Order of A Lady Fan Mystery Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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2021
8

The Unwanted Corpse

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Unwanted Corpse as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of A Lady Fan Mystery Books series showcases Elizabeth Bailey's mastery of suspense.

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2022
9

The Vengeance Trail

The Vengeance Trail is an essential installment in the Publication Order of A Lady Fan Mystery Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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2022
10

The Hanging Cheat

The Hanging Cheat is an essential installment in the Publication Order of A Lady Fan Mystery Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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2023
11

The Killing Cave

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Killing Cave as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of A Lady Fan Mystery Books series showcases Elizabeth Bailey's mastery of suspense.

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2024
Publication Order of Steepwood Scandal Books
2 books 2001–2002
1

An Innocent Miss

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Steepwood Scandal Books with An Innocent Miss, another outstanding contribution from Elizabeth Bailey.

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2001
2

The Captain's Return

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Steepwood Scandal Books with The Captain's Return, another outstanding contribution from Elizabeth Bailey.

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2002
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
22 books 1992–2020
1

Sweet Sacrifice

Sweet Sacrifice continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Elizabeth Bailey's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1992
2

Just Deserts

Just Deserts continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Elizabeth Bailey's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1992
3

An Angel's Touch

An Angel's Touch is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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1992
4

Friday Dreaming

Friday Dreaming is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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1994
5

Seventh Heaven

Seventh Heaven is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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1994
6

Adoring Isadora

Adoring Isadora is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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1995
7

A Fragile Mask

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with A Fragile Mask, another outstanding contribution from Elizabeth Bailey.

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1996
8

Misfit Maid

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Misfit Maid, another outstanding contribution from Elizabeth Bailey.

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1999
9

The Veiled Bride

The Veiled Bride continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Elizabeth Bailey's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1999
10

An Ardent Friendship

An Ardent Friendship is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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2000
11

A Trace of Memory

A Trace of Memory is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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2001
12

The Count's Charade

The Count's Charade continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Elizabeth Bailey's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2003
13

Fly the Wild Echoes

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Fly the Wild Echoes, another outstanding contribution from Elizabeth Bailey.

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2004
14

The Conqueror's Dilemma

The Conqueror's Dilemma is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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2012
15

For One More Tomorrow

For One More Tomorrow is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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2012
16

A Lady in Name

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with A Lady in Name, another outstanding contribution from Elizabeth Bailey.

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2013
17

Fated Folly

Fated Folly continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Elizabeth Bailey's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
18

An Undesirable Liaison

An Undesirable Liaison is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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2014
19

Silence of a Stranger

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Silence of a Stranger, another outstanding contribution from Elizabeth Bailey.

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2015
20

Mademoiselle At Arms

Mademoiselle At Arms is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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2018
21

The Viscount Besieged

The Viscount Besieged is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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2020
22

Hidden Flame

Hidden Flame is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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2020
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
6 books 2015–2019
1

A Fateful Connection

A Fateful Connection continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Elizabeth Bailey's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2015
2

Out of the Desert Sands

Out of the Desert Sands continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Elizabeth Bailey's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2016
3

Mad, Bad and Dangerous

Mad, Bad and Dangerous is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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2016
4

To Catch a Thief

To Catch a Thief is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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2017
5

Heartbreak Holiday

Heartbreak Holiday explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Elizabeth Bailey.

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2019
6

A Matter of Time

A Matter of Time continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Elizabeth Bailey's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2019
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
1 books 2017–2017
1

What's Wrong with your Novel? And How to Fix it

What's Wrong with your Novel? And How to Fix it is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Elizabeth Bailey have come to expect.

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2017
Publication Order of Anthologies
1 books 2009–2009
1

Loves Me, Loves Me Not

Loves Me, Loves Me Not explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Bailey.

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2009

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Elizabeth Bailey?

Elizabeth Bailey is a bestselling author known for 8 book series containing over 56 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Brides by Chance Books, Publication Order of Governesses Trilogy Books, Publication Order of A Lady Fan Mystery Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Elizabeth Bailey series to start with?

For readers new to Elizabeth Bailey's work, the Publication Order of Brides by Chance Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 10 books. Begin with In Honour Bound to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Elizabeth Bailey written?

Elizabeth Bailey has written over 56 books across 8 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Elizabeth Bailey books in order?

Yes, reading Elizabeth Bailey's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.

What genre does Elizabeth Bailey write in?

Elizabeth Bailey writes primarily in fiction. With 8 series across 56 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Elizabeth Bailey's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Elizabeth Bailey's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.

What is Elizabeth Bailey's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Elizabeth Bailey's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Brides by Chance Books series. The first book, In Honour Bound, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.