The Lost Lords Books in Order
How to Read The Lost Lords series
Standalone stories, but characters and relationships develop across the series.
The series is best read in publication order, which aligns with the natural progression of the group’s stories and subtle interconnections. While each novel features a self-contained romance with its own complete arc and resolution, recurring characters from the Westerfield circle appear across books, often as friends, confidants, or secondary figures. Reading sequentially enhances appreciation of shared history, the evolution of friendships, and the cumulative warmth of seeing the group support one another through trials and triumphs.
About The Lost Lords series
Series Premise
The core premise centers on the “Lost Lords,†a circle of maverick friends from Westerfield Academy who, despite their privileged birth, have been shaped by hardship, rebellion, or tragedy. Each story spotlights one of these men as he confronts his past, reclaims his place in society, and finds deep, healing love with a woman who challenges and completes him. Plots often involve mystery or danger—amnesia, kidnappings, political intrigue, or personal vendettas—that force the hero to confront buried truths while building trust and passion with his partner. The romances emphasize mutual respect, emotional vulnerability, and the idea that love can redeem even the most fractured soul.
Main Characters
The heart of the series is the circle of Lost Lords, childhood friends from Westerfield whose maverick spirits and shared struggles forge lifelong loyalty. Key figures include Adam, the Duke of Ashton, a man of quiet strength and hidden pain; Alex Randall, a charismatic yet tormented figure; Damian Mackenzie, a reckless, charming rogue with a dangerous past; and others like Will Masterson or Lucien who bring their own complexities. Each hero is layered—honorable yet flawed, powerful yet wounded—making their paths to love profoundly moving. Heroines are equally compelling—resilient, intelligent women from varied backgrounds who match their partners in courage and depth. Recurring characters include Lady Agnes Westerfield, the wise, maternal headmistress whose school shaped them; various family members and friends who provide support or conflict; and the growing web of spouses and allies who form an extended, chosen family.
Setting
The setting is Regency England, with stories rooted in the elegant yet perilous world of the ton—grand estates, London seasons, country houses, and occasional journeys abroad. The Westerfield Academy, a progressive school for noble misfits run by the compassionate Lady Agnes Westerfield, serves as the unifying origin point, its influence lingering in the men’s bonds. Locations vary—seaside cliffs, secluded manors, bustling ballrooms, or hidden retreats—creating atmospheric backdrops that mirror the characters’ inner journeys from isolation to belonging.
Tone & Themes
The tone is warm, sensual, and deeply romantic, with Putney’s signature blend of tender intimacy, quiet humor, and emotional intensity. The prose is elegant and evocative, rich with period detail yet accessible, balancing drama with hope. It’s uplifting and character-focused, acknowledging pain and flaws while celebrating healing and joy. Themes revolve around redemption from past mistakes or trauma, the strength of chosen family, the courage to embrace vulnerability, overcoming societal judgment, and the transformative power of love that sees beyond titles or scars to the true self.
In the end, the Lost Lords series endures as a tender, stirring tribute to broken souls finding wholeness through love and friendship. Mary Jo Putney crafts romances that shimmer with grace and depth, proving that even those who feel lost can find their way home—often in the arms of someone who sees their true worth. Readers close the pages with hearts full, uplifted by the quiet power of redemption and the enduring light of connection in a world that once cast them aside.
FAQ
7 books
No new book is currently scheduled. The latest book, Not Always a Saint, was published in August 2015.
Not Always a Saint was published in August 2015.
The first book in the series is Loving a Lost Lord, published in July 2009.
The series primarily falls into the Historical genre.
It’s best to read the series in order. Each book has its own story, but ongoing character arcs and relationships develop across the series.
The core premise centers on the “Lost Lords,†a circle of maverick friends from Westerfield Academy who, despite their privileged birth, have been shaped by hardship, rebellion, or tragedy. Each story spotlights one of these men as he confronts his past, reclaims his place in society, and finds deep, healing love with a woman who challenges and completes him. Plots often involve mystery or danger—amnesia, kidnappings, political intrigue, or personal vendettas—that force the hero to confront buried truths while building trust and passion with his partner. The romances emphasize mutual respect, emotional vulnerability, and the idea that love can redeem even the most fractured soul.
The series does not currently have a new book scheduled.