Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | When He Was a Duke | 2025 | Tess Thompson | Buy |
| 2 | When He Was a Rogue: A Regency Historical Romance | 2026 | Tess Thompson | Buy |
The Duke’s Legacy marks Tess Thompson’s entry into Regency historical romance. When He Was a Duke (2025) and When He Was a Rogue (2026) follow characters navigating love and duty in Regency England.
Thompson is better known for her contemporary romance series, so this foray into historical fiction represents a departure. The Regency setting brings new challenges for her characters, who must balance personal desire against the social expectations of the era.
With only two books so far, the series is still growing. Readers who enjoy Regency romance with an emphasis on family obligation and personal transformation will want to start with When He Was a Duke.