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
Harbin's Ridge
Buy on Amazon1951
Hill Man
Buy on Amazon1954
Plum Thicket
Buy on Amazon1954
Shady Grove
Buy on Amazon1978
Act of Contrition
Buy on Amazon2001
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Standalone series is publication order: 1. Harbin's Ridge (1951), 2. Hill Man (1954), 3. Plum Thicket (1954), 4. Shady Grove (1978), 5. Act of Contrition (2001). This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Standalone series by Janice Holt Giles contains 5 books. The series began in 1951 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Standalone series is written by Janice Holt Giles. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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