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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 "Slow Motion Riot" (1991) and follow publication order through all 8 books.
The complete Standalone reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
Slow Motion Riot
1991
Casino Moon
1994
The Intruder
1996
Man of the Hour
1999
The Last Good Day
2003
Slipping Into Darkness
2006
Picture in the Sand
2023
The Final Testament
2013
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