Janet Louise Roberts was a prolific author best known for her contributions to the romance genre, including contemporary, historical, and gothic romances. Under her own name and pseudonyms such as Rebecca Danton, Louisa Brontë, and Janette Radcliffe, she penned numerous works, ranging from traditional romance to occult horror. Some of her notable titles include "The Devil’s Own," "Isle of the Dolphins," "Lord Satan," and "Her Demon Lover," which showcased her versatility in blending romance with darker, supernatural themes.
Born on January 20, 1925, in New Britain, Connecticut, Roberts grew up in a conservative missionary household, an upbringing that may have influenced her exploration of contrasting themes in her writing. Her career spanned multiple subgenres, with a particular focus on gothic and occult romance, often characterized by atmospheric settings and complex character dynamics. Though she passed away on June 11, 1982, in Dayton, Ohio, her works remain a testament to her imaginative storytelling and enduring appeal within the romance genre.
American Dynasty Books (as Louisa Bronte)
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Title
Year
Goodreads
Amazon
1
The Vallette Heritage
1979
2
The Van Rhyne Heritage
1979
3
The Gunther Heritage
1981
Greystone Books (as Louisa Bronte)
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Title
Year
Goodreads
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1
Greystone Tavern
1975
2
Gathering at Greystone Tavern
1975
3
Freedom Trail to Greystone
1976
4
Casino Greystone
1976
5
Moonlight at Greystone
1976
6
Greystone Heritage
1976
Standalone Novels
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Title
Year
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1
Lord Stephen\'s Lady ( As: Janette Radcliffe)
1968
2
A Marriage of Inconvenience
1970
3
Love Song
1971
4
The Weeping Lady
1971
5
Ravenswood
1971
6
Lord Satan ( As: Louisa Bronte)
1972
7
The Sign of the Golden Goose ( As: Rebecca Danton)
1972
8
Black Horse Tavern ( As: Rebecca Danton)
1972
9
Rivertown
1972
10
The Devil's Own
1972
11
My Lady Mischief
1972
12
The Dornstein Icon
1973
13
Isle of Dolphins
1973
14
The Dancing Doll
1973
15
Her Demon Lover ( As: Louisa Bronte)
1973
16
La Casa Dorada ( As: Louisa Bronte)
1973
17
The Golden Thistle
1973
18
The Blue-Eyed Gypsy ( As: Janette Radcliffe)
1974
19
The Cardross Luck
1974
20
The First Waltz
1974
21
The Gentleman Pirate ( As: Janette Radcliffe)
1975
22
Castlereagh
1975
23
The Moonlight Gondola ( As: Janette Radcliffe)
1975
24
Jade Vendetta
1976
25
The Topaz Charm ( As: Janette Radcliffe)
1976
26
White Jasmine ( As: Janette Radcliffe)
1976
27
The Azure Castle ( As: Janette Radcliffe)
1976
28
Wilderness Inn
1976
29
Scarlet Secrets ( As: Janette Radcliffe)
1977
30
The Heart Awakens ( As: Janette Radcliffe)
1977
31
A Gift of Violets ( As: Janette Radcliffe)
1977
32
Fire Opals ( As: Rebecca Danton)
1977
33
Ship of Hate ( As: Rebecca Danton)
1977
34
Amethyst Love ( As: Rebecca Danton)
1977
35
Island of Desire
1977
36
Stormy Surrender ( As: Janette Radcliffe)
1978
37
Hidden Fires ( As: Janette Radcliffe)
1978
38
Lovers and Liars ( As: Janette Radcliffe)
1979
39
Star Sapphire ( As: Rebecca Danton)
1979
40
Black Pearls
1979
41
The Jewels of Terror
1979
42
Dark Rose
1979
43
Silver Jasmine
1980
44
American Baroness ( As: Janette Radcliffe)
1980
45
Highland Brooch ( As: Rebecca Danton)
1980
46
The Ruby Heart ( As: Rebecca Danton)
1980
47
Golden Lotus
1981
48
The Court of the Flowering Peach ( As: Janette Radcliffe)