Joan Johnston

2 series 7 books in order

Joan Johnston is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of more than sixty historical and contemporary romance novels. She received a master of arts degree in theater from the University of Illinois and graduated with honors from the University of Texas School of Law at Austin. She is currently a full-time writer living in Colorado.

Known for
Captive Hearts, Sisters of the Lone Star

Series by Joan Johnston

Captive Hearts

4 books in order · 1996–1999

  1. Cover of Captive

    Captive

    1996 · Joan Johnston

    She was a gorgeous rebel. Defying all the rules, daring to speak her mind, Charlotte Edgerton declared her independence before she even entered the…

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  2. Cover of After the Kiss

    After the Kiss

    1997 · Joan Johnston

    The Innocent Too tall and entirely too outspoken, Miss Eliza Sheringham grew up thumbing her nose at polite English society. So when Captain Lord…

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  3. Cover of The Bodyguard

    The Bodyguard

    1998 · Joan Johnston

    Sworn to protect her, he was forbidden to touch her....Joan Johnston is a masterful creator of unforgettable characters and stories that make you…

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  4. Cover of The Bridegroom

    The Bridegroom

    1999 · Joan Johnston

    He vowed to wed, bed, and abandon her. But love got in the way... Joan Johnston sweeps you back to Regency era England and Scotland with a love story…

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Sisters of the Lone Star

3 books in order · 1988–2003

  1. Cover of Frontier Woman

    Frontier Woman

    1988 · Joan Johnston

    The prequel to the New York Times bestseller The Texan Sprawling 1840s Texas comes alive in the hands of Joan Johnston, New York Times bestselling…

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  2. Cover of Comanche Woman

    Comanche Woman

    1998 · Joan Johnston

    In this captivating prequel to the New York Times bestsellers The Cowboy and The Texan, Joan Johnston tells the story of a woman kidnapped by…

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  3. Cover of Texas Woman

    Texas Woman

    2003 · Joan Johnston

    The New York Times bestselling author of The Cowboy, The Texan, and The Loner weaves her seductive magic once again as she journeys back to the…

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Frequently asked questions

How many books has Joan Johnston written?

We list 7 books by Joan Johnston across 2 series, published between 1988–2003 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Joan Johnston's books?

Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “Captive.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.

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