Standalone Books in Order
2
Books
1991
First Book
2008
Latest Book
18
Years
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
1
Playing the Game
Buy on Amazon1991
2
The China Lover
Buy on Amazon2008
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Standalone series is publication order: 1. Playing the Game (1991), 2. The China Lover (2008). This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Standalone series by Ian Buruma contains 2 books. The series began in 1991 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Standalone series is written by Ian Buruma. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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