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Start with Captive Passions and continue through all 4 books in the listed reading order.
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Book 1 by Fern Michaels • Published 1977
Sirena Córdez is driven by revenge and determined to shape her own fate. When she crosses paths with sea captain Theodorus van der Rhys, passion and danger collide, and a voyage becomes a battle for freedom and trust.
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Captives reading order
Ends with Captive Secrets
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Book 1:Captive Passions
Fern Michaels • 1977
Sirena Córdez is driven by revenge and determined to shape her own fate. When she crosses paths with sea captain Theodorus van der Rhys, passion and danger collide, and a voyage becomes a battle for freedom and trust.
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Book 2:Captive Embraces
Fern Michaels • 1979
In the van der Rhys world, love is never separate from danger. A new romance forms under pressure, with enemies closing in and secrets on the line, forcing two stubborn hearts to choose between safety and desire.
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Book 3:Captive Splendors
Fern Michaels • 1980
A prized future is within reach, but the past won’t stay buried. As a couple fights for love and survival, betrayals and shifting loyalties turn every promise into a risk, and every escape into a gamble.
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Book 4:Captive Secrets
Fern Michaels • 1991
A hidden truth threatens everything the van der Rhys family has built. In a world of high seas and hard bargains, two people must decide who to trust, and how much they’re willing to sacrifice for a life together.
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Captives FAQ
What is the best order to read the Captives series?
The recommended reading order is the numbered order shown on this page, starting with Captive Passions.
How many books are in the Captives series?
There are 4 books currently listed in the Captives series on GurusReads.
Where should I start with the Captives series?
New readers should start with Captive Passions, the first book in the reading order.
Is the Captives series complete?
Based on the publication years we have, the series appears likely complete and spans releases from 1977 to 1991.