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
A Masked Deception
Buy on Amazon1985
The Double Wager
Buy on Amazon1985
Red Rose
Buy on Amazon1986
The Constant Heart
Buy on Amazon1987
Gentle Conquest
Buy on Amazon1987
Secrets of the Heart
Buy on Amazon1988
An Unacceptable Offer
Buy on Amazon1988
The Ungrateful Governess
Buy on Amazon1988
Daring Masquerade
Buy on Amazon1989
A Gift of Daisies
Buy on Amazon1989
The Obedient Bride
Buy on Amazon1989
Lady with a Black Umbrella
Buy on Amazon1989
The Incurable Matchmaker
Buy on Amazon1990
An Unlikely Duchess
Buy on Amazon1990
A Certain Magic
Buy on Amazon1991
Snow Angel
Buy on Amazon1991
The Secret Pearl
Buy on Amazon1991
Christmas Beau
Buy on Amazon1991
Beyond the Sunrise
Buy on Amazon1992
A Christmas Promise
Buy on Amazon1992
Deceived
Buy on Amazon1993
Tangled
Buy on Amazon1994
Longing
Buy on Amazon1994
Truly
Buy on Amazon1996
The Temporary Wife
Buy on Amazon1997
Thief of Dreams
Buy on Amazon1998
The Last Waltz
Buy on Amazon1998
A Matter of Class
Buy on Amazon2009
No Ordinary Love
Buy on Amazon1999
Under the Mistletoe
Buy on Amazon2003
A Rogue's Downfall
Buy on Amazon2017
A Day for Love
Buy on Amazon2018
A Very Special Christmas
Buy on Amazon2018
Second Chances
Buy on Amazon2019
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Standalone series is publication order: 1. A Masked Deception (1985), 2. The Double Wager (1985), 3. Red Rose (1986), 4. The Constant Heart (1987), 5. Gentle Conquest (1987), and 29 more. This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Standalone series by Mary Balogh contains 34 books. The series began in 1985 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Standalone series is written by Mary Balogh. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
Reader Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your thoughts!
Be the first to leave a review!