Books in Order: A Tribute to Kathleen Woodiwiss: The Queen of Historical Romance Novels
Undeniably, Kathleen Woodiwiss (1939-2007) was a key figure in the realm of historical romance novels. Not merely a successful author, she could rightly be termed a pioneer of the genre. Until she found her writing groove in the tranquil surroundings of Minnesota, armed with an electric typewriter, the journey was mired with attempts at writing a riveting novel.
Her tenacity paid off and the large 600-page manuscripts that were given the cold shoulder by hardcover publishers found a cosy refuge in paperback editions. Her audacious style of including sex scenes in her novels, albeit embedded within monogamous relationships, marked her work as distinctive and engaging in historical set pieces.
A Window to Her Remarkable Career
The inception of Kathleen Woodiwiss’ illustrious career dates back to 1972 when her first novel, The Flame and the Flower, saw the light of the day. This novel was not just her debut, it also heralded the beginning of her enchanting Birmingham Family Saga series, setting the tone for the masterpieces that were to follow.
The grand finale of her writing career arrived shortly after her death in 2007 when her final work, Everlasting, was posthumously published, serving as a fitting tribute to her storytelling prowess.
Books in Order – A Detailed Chronological List
To fully appreciate the magnitude of Kathleen E. Woodiwiss’ contribution, an exploration of the order in which her works were published is essential. Here is a comprehensive catalogue of her books in order of their original release dates:
Publication Order of Birmingham Family Saga Books
| The Flame and the Flower | (1972) |    |
| Beyond the Kiss | (1996) | |
| A Season Beyond a Kiss | (1998) | |
| The Elusive Flame | (2000) | |
Chronological Order of Birmingham Family Saga Books |
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