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Historical Romance

Historical Romance is a master category designation for romance novels/ books that are set in the past, prior to World War 2, and written after the period in which they are set.

Favorite Historical Romance Author Poll

Posted on April 2, 2021October 2, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

Click on the poll to choose your favorite historical romance author. Leave a comment and let’s talk romance!

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Historical Romance Review: Across a Starlit Sea by Rebecca Brandewyne

Posted on April 1, 2021May 23, 2026 by IntrovertReader

Across a Starlit Sea was a tempestuous romance written by Rebecca Brandewyne. This was a sequel to one of my all-time beloved love stories, Upon a Moon-Dark Moor. 4 stars

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Historical Romance Review: A Heart So Wild by Johanna Lindsey

Posted on March 31, 2021November 16, 2022 by IntrovertReader

In A Heart So Wild by Johanna Lindsey Courtney hires Chandos to help her trek across the west to find her father and instead she and Chandos find love. 4.5 stars

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