Christi Caldwell is an American author of historical romance novels. She is best known for her Sinful Brides and Heart of a Duke series, and is a USA Today bestselling author. She credits Judith McNaught for introducing her to the world of historical romance. During her time at the University of Connecticut, Christi began writing her own stories of love, often featuring imperfect heroes and heroines who faced challenges before achieving their happily ever after. Christi enjoys creating tension and conflict in her novels, putting her characters through emotional turmoil before resolving their struggles. She currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, where she spends her days writing, baking, and being a devoted mother to her son and twin daughters, who constantly inspire her with their mischief and antics. Her children also provide her with endless ideas for new stories to tell.
Christi Caldwell made her debut as a novelist in 2013 with Forever Betrothed, Never the Bride. Below is a list of Christi Caldwell’s books in order of when they were first published:
Publication Order of All the Duke's Sins Books
Publication Order of The Brethren Books
Publication Order of Brethren of the Lords Books
Publication Order of Danby Books
Publication Order of The Heart of a Duke Books
Publication Order of The Heart of a Scandal Books
Publication Order of Lords of Honor Books
Publication Order of Lost Lords of London Books
Publication Order of Scandalous Seasons Books
Publication Order of Scandalous Affairs Books
Publication Order of Sinful Brides Books
Publication Order of The Theodosia Sword Books
Publication Order of Wicked Wallflowers Books
Publication Order of Wantons of Waverton Books
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
Publication Order of Anthologies
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It Had to Be the Duke by Christi Caldwell is a prequel to Along Came a Lady. Lady Lydia, who had been recently widowed, still holds a place in her heart for her first love, Geoffrey, the Duke of Bentley. However, when they meet again after many years, Geoffrey is no longer the charming young man she remembers. His indulgent and dissolute lifestyle has left him hollow and lost. Despite this, when he finds himself in need of a true friend, Geoffrey turns to Lydia.
Geoffrey realizes that he has never stopped loving Lydia and hopes to rekindle their romance. But will Lydia be able to look past his past mistakes and trust him again? Or will the wounds of the past keep them apart forever? The question remains whether the duke can convince Lydia to give their love another chance, or if it is too late to mend their shattered relationship.
Along Came a Lady by Christi Caldwell is the second book in the All the Duke’s Sins series. Lady Lydia, recently widowed, still harbors a flame for her first love, Geoffrey, the Duke of Bentley. But when they reunite after many years, she finds that Geoffrey has changed. His wild and reckless ways have left him empty and searching for something more meaningful. Despite this, Geoffrey turns to Lydia for comfort and support.
As they spend time together, Geoffrey realizes that he still loves Lydia and wants to rekindle their romance. But Lydia is wary. Can she forgive Geoffrey for his past mistakes and trust him with her heart again? Or will their family obligations and past wounds keep them apart forever? Only time will tell if the Duke can convince Lydia to give their love another chance, or if their chance encounter is merely a fleeting moment in their lives.
In Need of a Knight is the first book in Christi Caldwell’s The Heart of a Duke series. Lady Aldora Adamson and her friends were once gifted a heart pendant by a gypsy woman, promising them each the heart of a duke. However, years later, Lady Aldora has little time for such fanciful tales as her family faces ruin and scandal. Desperate to save her younger siblings, she has resolved to marry a wealthy, titled gentleman with a respectable name. She sets her sights on the Marquess of St. James, a man with power, influence, and the means to help her family.
But fate has other plans. Lord Michael Knightly, a self-made man who was disowned by his father after a tragic scandal, enters Aldora’s life. Shunned by society, Michael prefers to stay away from London’s elite circles. When Aldora mistakes him for his brother, the Marquess of St. James, Michael is intrigued. As they get to know each other, their connection deepens, and Aldora’s feelings for Michael grow.
Now, Aldora must choose between her duty as a sister and her love for Michael. Will she follow her heart, even if it means turning her back on her family’s expectations and risking their disapproval? Or will she sacrifice her own happiness for the sake of her siblings? The decision is hers, and it may change the course of her life forever.
