Brenda Joyce

Brenda Joyce is a successful American author, well-known for her historical and paranormal romance novels. She has written close to fifty novels and five novellas, which have captivated readers with their sensual, emotional, and passionate themes. With over 14 million copies of her novels in print, Joyce has earned a vast and loyal readership. Her work has been published in more than a dozen countries, a testament to her global appeal.

Born in New York State in 1963, Joyce now resides in Arizona, where she balances her time between her two passions - writing and showing her reining horses. She has had a remarkable career, marked by numerous awards and accolades. Her debut novel, "Innocent Fire," won the Best Western Romance Award from RT Book Reviews. She has also won the prestigious Best Historical Romance award and two Lifetime Achievement Awards from RT Book Reviews. Joyce's ability to create compelling narratives and engaging characters has set her apart in the romance genre.

Joyce's popular series include the Bragg Saga, de Warenne Dynasty, Francesca Cahill, and Masters of Time. Her stories are rich in historical detail, transporting readers back in time and immersing them in different eras. Despite her success in historical romance, Joyce has also ventured into paranormal romance, demonstrating her versatility as a writer. Her novels are not only entertaining but also reflect her dedication to research and authenticity. Joyce's work has left an indelible mark on the romance genre, making her a respected and admired author.
Bragg Saga Books
# Title Year
1 Innocent Fire 1988
2 Firestorm 1988
3 Violet Fire 1989
4 Dark Fires 1991
5 Fires of Paradise 1992
6 Scandalous Love 1992
7 Secrets 1993
The deWarenne Dynasty Books
# Title Year
1 The Conqueror 1990
2 Scandalous Love 1992
3 Promise of the Rose 1993
4 The Game 1994
5 House of Dreams 2000
6 The Prize 2004
7 The Masquerade 2005
8 The Stolen Bride 2006
9 A Lady At Last 2006
10 The Perfect Bride 2007
11 A Dangerous Love 2008
12 An Impossible Attraction 2010
13 The Promise 2010
The deWarenne Dynasty Series in Chronological Order
# Title Year
1 The Conqueror 1990
2 Promise of the Rose 1993
3 The Game 1994
4 The Prize 2004
5 The Masquerade 2005
6 The Stolen Bride 2006
7 A Lady At Last 2006
8 The Perfect Bride 2007
9 A Dangerous Love 2008
10 The Promise 2010
11 An Impossible Attraction 2010
12 Scandalous Love 1992
13 House of Dreams 2000
Delanzas Books (with Virginia Henley)
# Title Year
1 Secrets 1993
2 After Innocence 1994
3 The Miracle (in A Gift of Joy) 1995
Saint Georges Books
# Title Year
1 Beyond Scandal 1995
2 The Finer Things 1997
Francesca Cahill/Deadly Books
# Title Year
1 Deadly Love 2001
2 Deadly Pleasure 2002
3 Deadly Affairs 2002
4 Deadly Desire 2002
5 Deadly Caress 2003
6 Deadly Promise 2003
7 Deadly Illusions 2005
8 Deadly Kisses 2006
9 Deadly Vows 2010
Masters Of Time Books
# Title Year
1 Dark Seduction 2007
2 Dark Rival 2007
3 Dark Embrace 2008
4 Dark Victory 2009
5 Dark Lover 2009
The Spymaster's Men Books
# Title Year
1 Seduction 2012
2 Persuasion 2012
3 Surrender 2012
Rose In The Storm/Scottish Medieval Books
# Title Year
1 A Rose In The Storm 2013
2 A Sword Upon The Rose 2014
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 Lovers and Liars 1989
2 The Darkest Heart 1989
3 Captive 1996
4 Splendor 1997
5 The Rival 1998
6 The Third Heiress 1999
7 The Chase 2002
8 Double Take 2003
Brenda Joyce Anthologies
# Title Year
1 A Christmas Present 1994
2 Heart of the Home 1997
3 Outlaw Love 1997
4 Scandalous Weddings 1998
5 Perfect Secrets 1999
6 Highlanders 2013