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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: March 2026
Quick Answer
What order should I read the Standalone series? Start with "The Wildest Heart" (1974) and follow publication order through all 16 books.
The complete Standalone reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
The Wildest Heart
1974
The Crowd Pleasers
1978
The Insiders
1979
Love Play
1981
Surrender to Love
1982
The Wanton
1985
The Tea Planter's Bride
1995
A Dangerous Man
1996
Midnight Lady
1997
All I Desire
1998
In Your Arms
1999
A Reckless Encounter
2001
Jewel of My Heart
2004
A Daring Passion
2007
Bride for a Night
2011
SAPPHIRE
2020
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