If you love historical romance and the thrill of a journey, you’re in for a treat! Historical road trip romances blend swoon-worthy romances with exciting adventures. Picture runaway brides, mischievous dukes, daring heiresses, and gallant heroes all taking you on journeys through time and across stunning landscapes.
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Historical Road Trip Romance Books
We’ve put together a list of 14 historical road trip romance books that promise unforgettable escapes filled with passion, danger, and unexpected love. Ready to hit the road? Let’s dive in!
A Week to be Wicked by Tessa Dare
In A Week to be Wicked by Tessa Dare, unexpected lovers find themselves embarking on a wild adventure. Lord Colin Sandhurst is restless and desperate to escape the too-quiet Spindle Cove. He eagerly agrees to escort Minerva Highwood, a beautiful and brilliant but socially awkward lady scientist, to Scotland. Perfect for fans of Lisa Kleypas and Julia Quinn.
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Lord Holt Takes a Bride by Vivienne Lorret
Heiress Winnifred Humphries refuses to marry the man her parents have chosen, determined to marry for love. Her quest for answers about true love leads to an unexpected adventure when her friends kidnap the wickedly handsome Lord Asher Holt for research. Asher, looking to free himself from his father’s debts, sees an opportunity for revenge and perhaps more. When Winn runs away from her wedding and into his carriage, they embark on a journey that changes everything.
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In Which Margo Halifax Earns Her Shocking Reputation by Alexandra Vasti
The Halifax Hellions are infamous for their scandalous antics, and Margo Halifax is no exception. When her twin sister, Matilda, elopes with a dangerous aristocrat, Margo is determined to stop the marriage. She turns to her brother’s best friend, Henry Mortimer, for help. Henry has secretly loved Margo for seven years and can’t refuse her plea. As they travel to Scotland, disasters and close quarters force Henry to confront his feelings.
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Peter Cabot Gets Lost by Cat Sebastian
Caleb Murphy needs a ride to Los Angeles and reluctantly accepts help from privileged classmate Peter Cabot. This 1960s (a midcentury romance) road trip romance features tropes of enemies-to-lovers and forced proximity. As they journey together, prickly Caleb and wealthy Peter discover that they have more in common than they thought.
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A Duke in Shining Armor by Loretta Chase
Notorious rake Hugh Philemon Ancaster, Duke of Ripley, finds himself in a sticky situation when he tries to retrieve Lady Olympia Hightower, who’s fleeing from her own wedding. This Regency romance brims with forced proximity and the classic rake-and-wallflower dynamic.
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Waiting for a Scot Like you by Eva Leigh
A spirited widow and a stoic major find themselves on an unpredictable journey to love. Major Duncan McCameron, adjusting to peacetime, reluctantly escorts the daring Lady Beatrice Farris. She’s headed to a week-long bacchanal, craving adventure after a restrictive marriage.
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A Modest Independence by Mimi Matthews
Solicitor Tom Finchley and former lady’s companion Jenny Holloway embark on an adventure-filled journey from London to colonial India. Tom seeks a quiet, uncomplicated life after a history of calculated vengeance, while Jenny, newly independent, craves adventure beyond Victorian England’s confines. As they search for the missing Earl of Castleton, their road trip is filled with lush settings, historical intrigue, and a captivating romance.
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The Devil and the Heiress by Harper St. George
Sparks fly between runaway heiress Violet Crenshaw and the devilishly charming Earl of Leigh, Christian Halston. Determined to escape a marriage of convenience and pursue her dream of becoming a published author, Violet plans to flee London. But Christian, needing an heiress to rebuild his Scottish estate, insists on escorting her, using the journey to win her over.
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The Perils of Pleasure by Julie Anne Long
Scandalous rogue Colin Eversea is saved from the gallows by clever mercenary Madeleine Greenway. Colin, sentenced to hang for murder, finds his fate changed when Madeleine rescues him—not to save him, but to kidnap him for a handsome reward. However, their plans take a dangerous turn when they discover that Colin’s life isn’t the only one at risk.
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Tycoon by Joanna Shupe
Clara Dawson, a savvy shop girl, is fleeing after witnessing a crime, and desperation drives her into Ted’s arms. Though wary, Ted invites Clara to travel with him to St. Louis in his private car.
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The Rogue Not Taken by Sarah MacLean
Lady Sophie Talbot becomes the target of scandal after publicly humiliating her philandering brother-in-law. Desperate to escape the ensuing aristocratic scorn, Sophie stows away in a carriage, only to find it occupied by Kingscote “King,” the Marquess of Eversley. King, notorious for his charm and rakish ways, assumes Sophie is scheming for marriage.
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Earls Trip by Jenny Holiday
Archie, the Earl of Harcourt, along with his best friends Simon and Effie, embarks on their annual trip. This year, however, takes a turn when Archie is called upon to prevent a scandal involving childhood friends Clementine and Olive Morgan.
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To Marry a Scottish Laird by Lynsay Sands
To Marry a Scottish Laird by Lynsay Sands takes us back to the Scottish Highlands for a sizzling historical romance. Highlander Campbell Sinclair, used to battles, jumps to rescue a lad from bandits, only to later discover the boy is actually Joan—a woman with enticing curves. Joan, fulfilling a promise to her mother to deliver a scroll to clan MacKay, is relieved when Cam offers to accompany her.
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Scandal Wears Satin by Loretta Chase
Sophy Noirot, the clever and resourceful sister from a scandalous aristocratic family, runs one of London’s most fashionable shops. When she needs to win the patronage of a dowager lady, she enlists the help of the rakish Earl of Longmore.
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We hope you enjoyed our list of historical road trip romance books, each one packed with adventure, passion, and unforgettable journeys. Do you have a favorite historical road trip romance book that we missed? We’d love to hear from you! Share your favorites in the comments below. And if you’re looking for more book recommendations, be sure to check out our related lists below.
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