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ⓘ About Rachel Hawthorne
Rachel Hawthorne was born as Lorraine Heath in Hertfordshire, in England. Her mother wasand her father was American. He served in the Royal Air Force, being stationed at Bovingdon in the UK, which was how her parents first met. Shortly after she was born, Lorraine’s family moved to Angleton, Texas and the family settled there. Rachel lived in the city of Austin, in Texas for sixteen years. Plano, Texas was her next destinationin 1987. She earned her BA in psychology while attending the University of Texas and in 1998,Laura Bush, (at that time theFirst Lady of Texas,)invited her to sit on a panel which was to judge romancebooks for the Texas Book Festival. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Boyfriend / Trouble Books series, Rachel Hawthorne 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 Rachel Hawthorne
The Boyfriend Project
The Boyfriend Project continues the Publication Order of Boyfriend / Trouble Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Trouble from the Start
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Boyfriend / Trouble Books with Trouble from the Start, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
Moonlight
Moonlight continues the Publication Order of Dark Guardian Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Full Moon
Full Moon is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dark Guardian Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
Dark of the Moon
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dark Guardian Books with Dark of the Moon, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
Shadow of the Moon
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dark Guardian Books with Shadow of the Moon, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
The Outlaw and the Lady
The Outlaw and the Lady continues the Publication Order of Daughters Of Fortune Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
To Marry an Heiress
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Daughters Of Fortune Books with To Marry an Heiress, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
Love With a Scandalous Lord
Love With a Scandalous Lord explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Daughters Of Fortune Books series by Rachel Hawthorne.
An Invitation to Seduction
An Invitation to Seduction continues the Publication Order of Daughters Of Fortune Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Trust Me
Trust Me is an essential installment in the Publication Order of First Kisses Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
Hard Lovin' Man
Hard Lovin' Man is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Hard Lovin' Man Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
Smooth Talkin' Stranger
Smooth Talkin' Stranger continues the Publication Order of Hard Lovin' Man Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Passions of a Wicked Earl
Passions of a Wicked Earl is an essential installment in the Publication Order of London's Greatest Lovers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
Pleasures of a Notorious Gentleman
Pleasures of a Notorious Gentleman continues the Publication Order of London's Greatest Lovers Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Waking Up With the Duke
Waking Up With the Duke is an essential installment in the Publication Order of London's Greatest Lovers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
As an Earl Desires
As an Earl Desires explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Lost Lords Books series by Rachel Hawthorne.
A Matter of Temptation
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Lost Lords Books with A Matter of Temptation, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
Promise Me Forever
Promise Me Forever continues the Publication Order of Lost Lords Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
She Tempts the Duke
She Tempts the Duke is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Lost Lords Of Pembrook Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
Lord of Temptation
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Lost Lords Of Pembrook Books with Lord of Temptation, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
Deck the Halls With Love
Deck the Halls With Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Lost Lords Of Pembrook Books series by Rachel Hawthorne.
Lord of Wicked Intentions
Lord of Wicked Intentions continues the Publication Order of Lost Lords Of Pembrook Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Nick and the Nerd
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Love Stories: His, Hers, Theirs Books with Nick and the Nerd, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
The Older Guy
The Older Guy continues the Publication Order of Love Stories: His, Hers, Theirs Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
London: Kit & Robin
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Love Stories: Year Abroad Trilogy Books with London: Kit & Robin, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
Paris: Alex & Dana
Paris: Alex & Dana is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Love Stories: Year Abroad Trilogy Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
Rome: Antonio & Carrie
Rome: Antonio & Carrie continues the Publication Order of Love Stories: Year Abroad Trilogy Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Scoundrel of My Heart
Scoundrel of My Heart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Once Upon A Dukedom Books series by Rachel Hawthorne.
The Duchess Hunt
The Duchess Hunt continues the Publication Order of Once Upon A Dukedom Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Return of the Duke
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Once Upon A Dukedom Books with Return of the Duke, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
Texas Legacy
Texas Legacy continues the Publication Order of Rawley Cooper Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Duke of Her Own
A Duke of Her Own continues the Publication Order of Rogues and Roses Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Just Wicked Enough
Just Wicked Enough is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Rogues and Roses Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
A Rogue in Texas
A Rogue in Texas continues the Publication Order of Rogues In Texas Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Never Love a Cowboy
Never Love a Cowboy explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Rogues In Texas Books series by Rachel Hawthorne.
Never Marry a Cowboy
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Rogues In Texas Books with Never Marry a Cowboy, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
When the Duke Was Wicked
When the Duke Was Wicked continues the Publication Order of Scandalous Gentlemen Of St. James Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Once More, My Darling Rogue
Once More, My Darling Rogue is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Scandalous Gentlemen Of St. James Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
The Duke and the Lady in Red
The Duke and the Lady in Red continues the Publication Order of Scandalous Gentlemen Of St. James Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
An Affair with a Notorious Heiress
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Scandalous Gentlemen Of St. James Books with An Affair with a Notorious Heiress, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
Gentlemen Prefer Heiresses
Gentlemen Prefer Heiresses is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Scandalous Gentlemen Of St. James Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
A Tempest of Desire
A Tempest of Desire explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Scandalous Gentlemen Of St. James Books series by Rachel Hawthorne.
In Bed with the Devil
In Bed with the Devil is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Scoundrels Of St. James Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
Between the Devil and Desire
Between the Devil and Desire explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Scoundrels Of St. James Books series by Rachel Hawthorne.
Surrender to the Devil
Surrender to the Devil is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Scoundrels Of St. James Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
Midnight Pleasures with a Scoundrel
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Scoundrels Of St. James Books with Midnight Pleasures with a Scoundrel, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
Last Wicked Scoundrel
Last Wicked Scoundrel is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Scoundrels Of St. James Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
Beyond Scandal and Desire
Beyond Scandal and Desire explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Sins For All Seasons Books series by Rachel Hawthorne.
When a Duke Loves a Woman
When a Duke Loves a Woman explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Sins For All Seasons Books series by Rachel Hawthorne.
The Scoundrel in Her Bed
The Scoundrel in Her Bed is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sins For All Seasons Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
The Duchess in His Bed
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sins For All Seasons Books with The Duchess in His Bed, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
The Earl Takes a Fancy
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sins For All Seasons Books with The Earl Takes a Fancy, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
Beauty Tempts the Beast
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sins For All Seasons Books with Beauty Tempts the Beast, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
Texas Destiny
Texas Destiny is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Texas Trilogy Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
Texas Glory
Texas Glory continues the Publication Order of Texas Trilogy Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Texas Splendor
Texas Splendor is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Texas Trilogy Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
Falling Into Bed with a Duke
Falling Into Bed with a Duke continues the Publication Order of Hellions Of Havisham Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Earl Takes All
The Earl Takes All continues the Publication Order of Hellions Of Havisham Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Viscount and the Vixen
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Hellions Of Havisham Books with The Viscount and the Vixen, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
When the Marquess Falls
When the Marquess Falls is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Hellions Of Havisham Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
Caribbean Cruising
Caribbean Cruising continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Island Girls (and Boys)
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Island Girls (and Boys), another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
Love on the Lifts
Love on the Lifts explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Rachel Hawthorne.
Thrill Ride
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Thrill Ride, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
The Boyfriend League
The Boyfriend League is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
Snowed In
Snowed In continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Labor of Love
Labor of Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Rachel Hawthorne.
Suite Dreams
Suite Dreams is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
London: Kit & Robin
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Love Stories For Young Adults Books with London: Kit & Robin, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
Paris: Alex & Dana
Paris: Alex & Dana is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Love Stories For Young Adults Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
Rome: Antonio & Carrie
Rome: Antonio & Carrie continues the Publication Order of Love Stories For Young Adults Books story arc with Rachel Hawthorne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Counterfeit Scoundrel
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Chessmen: Masters of Seduction Books with The Counterfeit Scoundrel, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
The Notorious Lord Knightly
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Chessmen: Masters of Seduction Books with The Notorious Lord Knightly, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
In Want of a Viscount
In Want of a Viscount is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Chessmen: Masters of Seduction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
To Tame a Texan
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with To Tame a Texan, another outstanding contribution from Rachel Hawthorne.
The Mammoth Book of Regency Romance
The Mammoth Book of Regency Romance explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Rachel Hawthorne.
A Christmas to Remember
A Christmas to Remember is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rachel Hawthorne have come to expect.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Rachel Hawthorne?
Rachel Hawthorne is a bestselling author known for 23 book series containing over 78 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Boyfriend / Trouble Books, Publication Order of Dark Guardian Books, Publication Order of Daughters Of Fortune Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Rachel Hawthorne series to start with?
For readers new to Rachel Hawthorne's work, the Publication Order of Boyfriend / Trouble Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 2 books. Begin with The Boyfriend Project to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Rachel Hawthorne written?
Rachel Hawthorne has written over 78 books across 23 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Rachel Hawthorne books in order?
Yes, reading Rachel Hawthorne'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 Rachel Hawthorne write in?
Rachel Hawthorne writes primarily in fiction. With 23 series across 78 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Rachel Hawthorne's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Rachel Hawthorne'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 Rachel Hawthorne's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Rachel Hawthorne's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Boyfriend / Trouble Books series. The first book, The Boyfriend Project, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.