R

Roberta Gellis

Bestselling Author • 10 Series • 44 Books

10
Series
44
Books
10
Active

🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Doubled Edge Books
Start with: This Scepter'd Isle (2004)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of Greek Myths Books
Start with: Dazzling Brightness (1994)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of Heiress Books
Start with: The English Heiress (1979)

About Roberta Gellis

Author Roberta Leah Jacobs Gellis was born September 27, 1927 and wrote historical romance, mystery, thriller, historical fiction, and fantasy. Gellis had master’s degrees in medieval literature and biochemistry. She is cited by many historical romance authors as one of their important influences. Besides her own name, she has published books in at least three different pen names; these include Max Daniels, Priscilla Hamilton, Leah Jacobs. She was married to husband Charles for more than fifty years and lived in Lafayette, Indiana together with Taffy, a Lakeland terrier. In her life, she had one child named Mark. She died on May 6, 2016 at the age of 88. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Doubled Edge Books series, Roberta Gellis 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 Roberta Gellis

Publication Order of Doubled Edge Books
4 books 2004–2008
1

This Scepter'd Isle

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Doubled Edge Books with This Scepter'd Isle, another outstanding contribution from Roberta Gellis.

Buy on Amazon
2004
2

Ill Met by Moonlight

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Doubled Edge Books with Ill Met by Moonlight, another outstanding contribution from Roberta Gellis.

Buy on Amazon
2005
3

By Slanderous Tongues

By Slanderous Tongues continues the Publication Order of Doubled Edge Books story arc with Roberta Gellis's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

Buy on Amazon
2007
4

And Less Than Kind

And Less Than Kind is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Doubled Edge Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
2008
Publication Order of Greek Myths Books
5 books 1994–2001
1

Dazzling Brightness

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Greek Myths Books with Dazzling Brightness, another outstanding contribution from Roberta Gellis.

Buy on Amazon
1994
2

Shimmering Splendor

Shimmering Splendor continues the Publication Order of Greek Myths Books story arc with Roberta Gellis's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

Buy on Amazon
1995
3

Enchanted Fire

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Greek Myths Books with Enchanted Fire, another outstanding contribution from Roberta Gellis.

Buy on Amazon
1996
4

Bull God

Bull God is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Greek Myths Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
2000
5

Thrice Bound

Thrice Bound is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Greek Myths Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
2001
Publication Order of Heiress Books
5 books 1979–1984
1

The English Heiress

The English Heiress is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Heiress Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
1979
2

The Cornish Heiress

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Heiress Books with The Cornish Heiress, another outstanding contribution from Roberta Gellis.

Buy on Amazon
1981
3

The Kent Heiress

The Kent Heiress is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Heiress Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
1982
4

Fortune's Bride

Fortune's Bride is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Heiress Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
1983
5

A Woman's Estate

A Woman's Estate is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Heiress Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
1984
Publication Order of Magdalene La Batarde Books
5 books 1999–2020
1

A Mortal Bane

A Mortal Bane is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Magdalene La Batarde Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
1999
2

A Personal Devil

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Magdalene La Batarde Books with A Personal Devil, another outstanding contribution from Roberta Gellis.

Buy on Amazon
2001
3

Bone of Contention

Bone of Contention continues the Publication Order of Magdalene La Batarde Books story arc with Roberta Gellis's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

Buy on Amazon
2002
4

Chains of Folly

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Magdalene La Batarde Books with Chains of Folly, another outstanding contribution from Roberta Gellis.

Buy on Amazon
2006
5

A Confusion of Sins

A Confusion of Sins continues the Publication Order of Magdalene La Batarde Books story arc with Roberta Gellis's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

Buy on Amazon
2020
Publication Order of The Roselynde Chronicles Books
7 books 1978–2005
1

Roselynde

Roselynde is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Roselynde Chronicles Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
1978
2

Alinor

Alinor is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Roselynde Chronicles Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
1978
3

Joanna

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Roselynde Chronicles Books with Joanna, another outstanding contribution from Roberta Gellis.

Buy on Amazon
1978
4

Gilliane

Gilliane is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Roselynde Chronicles Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
1979
5

Rhiannon

Rhiannon is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Roselynde Chronicles Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
1981
6

Sybelle

Sybelle continues the Publication Order of The Roselynde Chronicles Books story arc with Roberta Gellis's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

Buy on Amazon
1983
7

Desiree

Desiree explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of The Roselynde Chronicles Books series by Roberta Gellis.

Buy on Amazon
2005
Publication Order of Royal Dynasty Books
4 books 1980–1989
1

Siren Song

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Royal Dynasty Books with Siren Song, another outstanding contribution from Roberta Gellis.

Buy on Amazon
1980
2

Winter Song

Winter Song is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Royal Dynasty Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
1984
3

Fire Song

Fire Song is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Royal Dynasty Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
1984
4

A Silver Mirror

A Silver Mirror is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Royal Dynasty Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
1989
Publication Order of Tales of Jernaeve Books
2 books 1985–1987
1

A Tapestry of Dreams

A Tapestry of Dreams is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Tales of Jernaeve Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
1985
2

Fires of Winter

Fires of Winter is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Tales of Jernaeve Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
1987
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
10 books 1964–2003
1

Knight's Honor

Knight's Honor is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
1964
2

Bond of Blood

A gripping mystery unfolds in Bond of Blood as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Roberta Gellis's mastery of suspense.

Buy on Amazon
1976
3

The Sword And The Swan

Epic adventure awaits in The Sword And The Swan, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series that raises the stakes across the realm Roberta Gellis has built.

Buy on Amazon
1977
4

The Dragon and the Rose

Epic adventure awaits in The Dragon and the Rose, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series that raises the stakes across the realm Roberta Gellis has built.

Buy on Amazon
1979
5

Sing Witch, Sing Death

A gripping mystery unfolds in Sing Witch, Sing Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Roberta Gellis's mastery of suspense.

Buy on Amazon
1983
6

The Rope Dancer

The Rope Dancer is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
1986
7

Masques Of Gold

Masques Of Gold is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Roberta Gellis have come to expect.

Buy on Amazon
1988
8

A Delicate Balance

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with A Delicate Balance, another outstanding contribution from Roberta Gellis.

Buy on Amazon
1993
9

Overstars Mail

Overstars Mail continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Roberta Gellis's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

Buy on Amazon
2000
10

Lucrezia Borgia and the Mother of Poisons

Lucrezia Borgia and the Mother of Poisons continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Roberta Gellis's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

Buy on Amazon
2003
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
1 books 1988–1988
1

How to Write Historical Fiction

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with How to Write Historical Fiction, another outstanding contribution from Roberta Gellis.

Buy on Amazon
1988
Publication Order of Anthologies
1 books 1997–1997
1

Irish Magic

Magic takes center stage in Irish Magic, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Anthologies series that expands the enchanting world created by Roberta Gellis.

Buy on Amazon
1997

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Roberta Gellis?

Roberta Gellis is a bestselling author known for 10 book series containing over 44 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Doubled Edge Books, Publication Order of Greek Myths Books, Publication Order of Heiress Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Roberta Gellis series to start with?

For readers new to Roberta Gellis's work, the Publication Order of Doubled Edge Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 4 books. Begin with This Scepter'd Isle to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Roberta Gellis written?

Roberta Gellis has written over 44 books across 10 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Roberta Gellis books in order?

Yes, reading Roberta Gellis'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 Roberta Gellis write in?

Roberta Gellis writes primarily in fiction. With 10 series across 44 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Roberta Gellis's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Roberta Gellis'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 Roberta Gellis's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Roberta Gellis's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Doubled Edge Books series. The first book, This Scepter'd Isle, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.