11 Mary Balogh Books That Are Must-Reads for Fans of Romance
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You're Not a Romance Novel Fan Unless You've Read These Mary Balogh Books
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Mary Balogh is one of the most successful romance novelists of all time. She's written countless books, amassing 35 New York Times bestsellers.
If you love the romance genre you should have already read some of her historical romance fiction. And if you haven't, you're missing out! Mary Balogh books are synonymous with the romance genre, so it's time you learn more about the world her characters live in.
There are so many talented authors writing great things from historical romance novels to contemporary romance there really is something out there for everyone.
If you consider yourself a fan of the romance genre then you should know all about these Mary Balogh books!
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1. Someone to Care
Viola Kingsley is ready to defy convention and do something for herself for once! Her family name was tarnished but she's ready to find love again and it might be with pesky Marcel Lamarr. Will Viola allow herself to fall in love or is her widowed heart too broken?
2. Someone to Wed
Mary Blaogh brings you another New York Times bestselling historical romance novel and this one you won't want to miss. Anna Snow grew up poor and orphaned with little knowledge of her family or background. Until she inherits a huge fortune learning that the Earl of Riverdale was actually her father. With money comes new family members, siblings she's excited to meet but the feeling isn't mutual. Mystery, secrets, and of course wait for Anna in Someone to Wed.
3. Someone to Hold
Since the death of the Earl of Riverdale, Camille Westcott is actually illegitimate... she leaves London for good. Instead, she takes a job at an orphanage, the same one her new half-sister lived in Bath. She'll learn more about herself and the new man she falls in love with in this romantic historical novel.
4. Silent Melody
Romance is abundant in Silent Melody and you won't be able to put the book down! Lady Emily Marlowe is betrothed to a man who can't fulfill her especially since she has eyes for Lord Ashley Kendrick. Years later the widowed Ashley returns to propose to Emily but is the passion still alive or is he keeping his word? Are second chances worth fighting for or is Emily ready to stand on her own?
5. Someone to Love
Poor Anna Snow grew up with nothing, orphaned and alone she didn't have a family. That is until she inherited the fortune of Humphrey Westcott, the Earl of Riverdale, her real father. And her new half-siblings aren't opening their arms, or hearts, to her now that she's part of the family. Lucky for her, there's a sweet aid to the family that has Anna's best intentions at heart.
6. Indiscreet
If you love romance novels you certainly need to read Mary Balogh's Horseman trilogy. And lucky for you Indiscreet is the first novel! Viscount Rawleigh years for distraction in his life and marriage and when widower, Catherine Winters catches his eye he knows what he wants. But when Catherine rejects his advances (she's no ones mistress!) he's taken aback. And it's not easy for Catherine pushing away these feelings she'll have to avoid temptation even when that's the last thing she wants to do.
7. Unforgiven
Next up, the second book in the Horseman Trilogy. Moira Hayes is angry again. After all, her families enemy, Kenneth Woodfall is back from war and home. But he's not leaving Moira alone, how could he leave his one true love alone? Moira must learn to forgive or let love pass her by.
8. Only a Kiss
Imogen has secluded herself after witnessing the death of her husband during war. Hardford Hall is crumbling and in disrepair but Imogen hasn't been bothered by the owner to do anything about it. Until, Percival Hayes, the Earl of Hardford returns to find his estate in shambles and is shocked to find a beautiful widow living in it. Their passion is undeniable and Imogen realizes she should muster up the courage to find love or be alone forever.
9. The Escape
Both widowed after the Napoleonic Wars, Sir Benedict Harper and Samantha McKay find that they are falling in love with each other, and fast. Both are cautious, their hearts haven't healed since their significant others died but they are drawn to each other during troubling times.
10. Simply Perfect
Mary Balogh's Simply Perfect is a fan favorite for any romance novel lover. Claudia Martin has her work cut out for her, after all she's the headmistresses at an all girls school in Bath. She wasn't looking for love but when Joseph entered the picture, life had other plans. Secrets, scandals, and seduction make this romance novel a page turner.
11. A Secret Affair
Hannah Reid finds new freedom ever since she became a widow. And she has an idea, she wants to take a lover. Her eyes are set on Constantine Huxtable, an upper-class gentleman with a wild side. And he has his eyes set on Hannah, after all he choses widows for some fun and then leaves them high and dry. The two have met their perfect match and the craziest part about it, they have no idea what they're in for.
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