Montgomery Books in Order
Part ofJude Deveraux Books in OrderSee the Montgomery series by Jude Deveraux in order, with short summaries, family connections, and tips on where to start in this big romance saga.
Last updated: June 7, 2026
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Publication Order
54 books
The Black Lyon
by Jude Deveraux
1980
A medieval arranged marriage throws a proud young lady together with a feared warrior known as the Black Lyon. As they battle politics, rivals, and mistrust, passion grows into something neither expected.
The Black Lyon
by Jude Deveraux
1980
The Velvet Promise / Judith
by Jude Deveraux
1981
In Norman England, a strong-willed bride is matched to the commanding head of the Montgomery family. Living under one roof forces them to confront grudges, dangerous enemies, and the tenderness that can grow out of duty.
The Velvet Promise / Judith
by Jude Deveraux
1981
Highland Velvet
by Jude Deveraux
1982
Sent into the Scottish Highlands, a Montgomery warrior becomes responsible for a fierce Highland woman and her clan. Torn between loyalty and love, they must navigate feuds, harsh terrain, and a marriage that changes both their lives.
Highland Velvet
by Jude Deveraux
1982
Velvet Angel
by Jude Deveraux
1983
A runaway bride disguises herself to escape an unwanted marriage and collides with a powerful Montgomery used to getting his way. Between mistaken identities and court intrigue, they discover a love that refuses to be controlled.
Velvet Angel
by Jude Deveraux
1983
Velvet Song
by Jude Deveraux
1983
A daring heroine goes to rescue her brother and ends up bargaining with a notorious Montgomery who can save him. Their uneasy alliance turns intimate as secrets, loyalty, and a dangerous plot force them to trust each other.
Velvet Song
by Jude Deveraux
1983
Twin of Fire
by Jude Deveraux
1985
Two very different twin sisters trade places, and the quiet, sensible one finds herself caught in a wild adventure and an unexpected romance. The switch exposes family schemes and proves the "wrong" twin has real power.
Twin of Fire
by Jude Deveraux
1985
Twin of Ice
by Jude Deveraux
1985
The glamorous twin thinks she can control any man, until the consequences of the swap catch up with her. Forced to face her own choices, she discovers that real love requires honesty, not performance.
Twin of Ice
by Jude Deveraux
1985
The Temptress
by Jude Deveraux
1986
A woman determined to shape her own future meets a man whose reputation screams trouble. Their attraction is immediate, but so are the consequences, as family loyalties and old wrongs turn romance into a test of courage.
The Temptress
by Jude Deveraux
1986
The Princess
by Jude Deveraux
1987
A young woman raised to be a "princess" in society is forced out of her comfort zone when a dangerous mission brings her together with a hard-edged hero. Adventure, loyalty, and a sweeping romance follow.
The Princess
by Jude Deveraux
1987
The Raider
by Jude Deveraux
1987
When a notorious raider captures a strong-minded woman, the line between enemy and protector blurs. Set against upheaval and family rivalries, their journey becomes a fight for trust, freedom, and survival.
The Raider
by Jude Deveraux
1987
The Awakening
by Jude Deveraux
1988
A woman whose life has been carefully planned senses something missing, until a sudden twist pulls her into family secrets and unexpected desire. Her awakening is not just romantic, it is about choosing her own story.
The Awakening
by Jude Deveraux
1988
The Maiden
by Jude Deveraux
1988
A sheltered maiden is promised to a man she barely knows, but she refuses to be a pawn. As threats mount around her new household, she learns to use her wits and heart to claim a life on her own terms.
The Maiden
by Jude Deveraux
1988
A Knight in Shining Armor
by Jude Deveraux
1989
After a brutal breakup, a modern woman seeks refuge in an English church and meets a man who seems to have stepped out of the past. Time slips, danger follows, and their love tests what "happily ever after" really means.
A Knight in Shining Armor
by Jude Deveraux
1989
Wishes
by Jude Deveraux
1989
Three wishes sound like a dream, until a lonely heroine discovers how messy they can be. With humor and heart, she navigates unexpected turns, a complicated love interest, and the lesson that the right wish is rarely the obvious one.
Wishes
by Jude Deveraux
1989
Mountain Laurel
by Jude Deveraux
1990
In the mountains of Virginia, a woman named Laurel is drawn into a tangled family legacy and a man who is equal parts charming and infuriating. Old secrets surface, and love becomes the one thing neither planned for.
Mountain Laurel
by Jude Deveraux
1990
The Duchess
by Jude Deveraux
1991
A young woman unexpectedly becomes a duchess and learns that titles do not protect you from betrayal, loneliness, or desire. When a complicated man challenges her walls, she must decide what power and love really look like.
The Duchess
by Jude Deveraux
1991
Eternity
by Jude Deveraux
1992
Two people feel inexplicably bound across time, as if their story started long ago. When the past refuses to stay buried, they must untangle an old mystery and decide if this love is worth an eternal leap.
Eternity
by Jude Deveraux
1992
Sweet Liar
by Jude Deveraux
1992
A woman with a talent for bending the truth meets a man who has every reason not to trust her. A high-stakes scheme forces them into partnership, where one wrong move could cost everything, including their hearts.
Sweet Liar
by Jude Deveraux
1992
A Holiday of Love
by Jude Deveraux
1994
A cozy collection of romance stories for the holiday season, including Jude Deveraux’s tale of second chances and unexpected connection. Perfect for a quick, warm read when you want love, family, and a little seasonal sparkle.
The Invitation
by Jude Deveraux
1994
Three linked novellas set in the Montgomery and Taggert world, where matchmaking, mistaken assumptions, and family plans set romances in motion. Each story delivers a fresh couple, a twisty setup, and that moment when love finally clicks.
A Gift of Love
by Jude Deveraux
1995
The Heiress
by Jude Deveraux
1995
When a young heiress inherits more than money, she finds herself in danger from people who want what is hers. A protective stranger becomes her ally, and their partnership turns into a romance tested by secrets and power.
The Heiress
by Jude Deveraux
1995
Someone to Love
by Jude Deveraux
1997
When a woman’s carefully managed life is upended, she turns back toward family and the one place she swore off. A man who sees her too clearly pushes her toward the truth, and together they find a love that sticks.
Someone to Love
by Jude Deveraux
1997
Simple Gifts
by Jude Deveraux
1998
A collection of romance stories focused on everyday acts of love, from small surprises to life-changing choices. It is designed for quick reading and pairs emotional warmth with Jude Deveraux’s mix of humor and heart.
High Tide
by Jude Deveraux
1999
When a gathering by the water turns tense, a woman is caught in a mystery that will not stay quiet. A protective man helps her dig for the truth as danger rises with the tide and romance sparks.
High Tide
by Jude Deveraux
1999
Forever...
by Jude Deveraux
2002
A contemporary romance with a supernatural edge, where an ordinary woman becomes the target of forces she does not understand. A man steps in to protect her, and their bond grows while a battle between good and evil closes in.
Forever...
by Jude Deveraux
2002
Forever and Always
by Jude Deveraux
2003
The struggle that began in Forever continues as the heroine tries to build a normal life while danger still lurks. Love deepens, loyalties are tested, and the line between fate and free will grows thinner.
Forever and Always
by Jude Deveraux
2003
Holly
by Jude Deveraux
2003
Holly believes she knows what love should look like, until a turn of events forces her into new family ties and long-held secrets. Between humor, heartache, and a slow-burn romance, she learns how to start over.
Holly
by Jude Deveraux
2003
Always
by Jude Deveraux
2004
In the final book of the Forever trilogy, the last pieces fall into place as the fight between light and darkness comes to a head. The central couple must choose what to sacrifice to protect the people they love and their future.
Always
by Jude Deveraux
2004
Series background & context
The Montgomery series is Jude Deveraux’s big, messy, addictive family saga. It follows the Montgomerys, and the Taggerts who become tied to them, across centuries. Each book has its own couple and its own ending, so you are not signing up for one long cliffhanger. But the connections matter, a familiar name will pop up again, an old feud will echo forward, and a piece of history will feel strangely personal.
The earliest entries lean into high adventure in medieval England and Scotland. These are the books with castle politics, battles of pride, and marriages that start as duty and turn into something neither person can ignore. If you begin with The Black Lyon or The Velvet Promise, you get that classic mix of danger, humor, and heroines who do not wait for permission.
As the timeline moves on, the saga keeps the family core but changes the shape of the problems. Some stories are built around identity and reinvention, like the twin swap chaos in Twin of Fire and Twin of Ice. Others raise the emotional stakes by testing loyalty inside a marriage, or by forcing a character to choose between reputation and the truth.
One of the fun surprises is how often the series flirts with the uncanny. Deveraux uses the family tree as a bridge between past and present, and sometimes the bridge gets literal. A Knight in Shining Armor is the most famous time-slip romance in the group, and it captures the saga’s larger idea that history is not dead, it is right there, waiting to change you.
The longer you stay in this world, the more little extras you will notice. There are side stories and novellas that fill in corners of the family legend, including pieces collected in books like The Invitation and seasonal collections that drop you back in with familiar surnames.
You can tackle the Montgomery books in strict chronological order, or you can pick the flavor you want and jump in, medieval drama, time-bending romance, or later stories where family expectations collide with modern life. Either way, the through line is the same, strong-willed characters, sharp banter, and the feeling that love can be a choice you make in the middle of chaos. This page lays out the books in order and helps you choose a starting point that fits your mood. If you want a straightforward entry, try The Velvet Promise for classic medieval romance or A Knight in Shining Armor for the time-slip angle.
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