Standalone Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Standalone books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
In the Still of Night
Buy on Amazon1997
A Scarlet Cord
Buy on Amazon2003
Playing by Heart
Buy on Amazon2003
A Nest of Sparrows
Buy on Amazon2004
Over the Waters
Buy on Amazon2005
Insight
Buy on Amazon2009
Above All Things
Buy on Amazon2009
The Face of the Earth
Buy on Amazon2013
Because of the Rain
Buy on Amazon2015
Nearly
Buy on Amazon2016
The Society of Second Chances
Buy on Amazon2020
Playing for Keeps
Buy on Amazon2024
The Forever Quest
Buy on Amazon2012
Finally Home
Buy on Amazon2016
Going Once...
Buy on Amazon2016
Special Delivery
Buy on Amazon2017
Circle of Blessings
Buy on Amazon2017
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Standalone series is publication order: 1. In the Still of Night (1997), 2. A Scarlet Cord (2003), 3. Playing by Heart (2003), 4. A Nest of Sparrows (2004), 5. Over the Waters (2005), and 12 more. This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Standalone series by Deborah Raney contains 17 books. The series began in 1997 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Standalone series is written by Deborah Raney. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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