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
Only When I Laugh
Buy on Amazon1967
Bomber
Buy on Amazon1971
Close-Up
Buy on Amazon1972
Yesterday's Spy
Buy on Amazon1975
SS-GB
Buy on Amazon1979
1981
Goodbye, Mickey Mouse
Buy on Amazon1982
MAMista
Buy on Amazon1991
City of Gold
Buy on Amazon1992
Violent Ward
Buy on Amazon1993
Declarations of War
Buy on Amazon1992
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Standalone series is publication order: 1. Only When I Laugh (1967), 2. Bomber (1971), 3. Close-Up (1972), 4. Yesterday's Spy (1975), 5. SS-GB (1979), and 6 more. This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Standalone series by Len Deighton contains 11 books. The series began in 1967 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Standalone series is written by Len Deighton. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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