Barbara Metzger has published 35 novels, 2 novellas, 1 children's book and 1 other book, beginning with Bething's Folly (1981). The best-known is The Earl and the Heiress (1982). The latest is Lady in Green (2014).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Barbara Metzger
Start here
The Earl and the Heiress
Barbara Metzger's most-read book.
Shortest way in
My Lady Innkeeper
One of the most-read, at about 137 pages.
Newest
Lady in Green
Published 2014.
Standalone novels in order
Bething's Folly (1981)
The Earl and the Heiress (1982)
An Early Engagement (1990)
Minor Indiscretions (1991)
The Luck of the Devil (1991)
Christmas Wishes (1992)
A Suspicious Affair (1994)
Father Christmas (1995)
Lady Whilton's Wedding (1995)
Valentines (1996)
Snowdrops and Scandalbroth (1997)
The Christmas Carrolls (1997)
Lord Heartless (1998)
Miss Lockharte's Letters (1998)
Miss Treadwell's Talent (1999)
The Primrose Path (1999)
A Worthy Wife (2000)
Saved by Scandal (2000)
Cupboard Kisses (2001)
Miss Westlake's Windfall (2001)
The Painted Lady (2001)
A Debt to Delia (2002)
Lady Sparrow (2002)
Love, Louisa (2003)
The Diamond Key (2003)
A Perfect Gentleman (2004)
Wedded Bliss (2004)
Ace of Hearts (2005)
The Duel (2005)
Jack of Clubs (2006)
Queen of Diamonds (2006)
The Hourglass (2007)
The Bargain Bride (2009)
The Wicked Ways of a True Hero (2009)
Lady in Green (2014)
Novellas in order
My Lady Innkeeper (1985)
Rake's Ransom (1986)
Children's books in order
A Clean Sea: The Rachel Carson Story (1994)
Other books in order
An Angel for the Earl (1994)
Barbara Metzger FAQ
- How many books has Barbara Metzger written?
- Barbara Metzger has published 35 novels, 2 novellas, 1 children's book and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Barbara Metzger's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Earl and the Heiress.
- What is Barbara Metzger's latest book?
- Lady in Green (2014).
- What is Barbara Metzger's most famous book?
- The Earl and the Heiress (1982) is Barbara Metzger's most widely read book.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.