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
From a Crooked Rib
Buy on Amazon1970
A Naked Needle
Buy on Amazon1978
Hiding in Plain Sight
Buy on Amazon2014
North of Dawn
Buy on Amazon2018
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Standalone series is publication order: 1. From a Crooked Rib (1970), 2. A Naked Needle (1978), 3. Hiding in Plain Sight (2014), 4. North of Dawn (2018). This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Standalone series by Nuruddin Farah contains 4 books. The series began in 1970 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Standalone series is written by Nuruddin Farah. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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