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
Jean of Storms
Buy on Amazon1930
The School by the River
Buy on Amazon1930
Elizabeth the Gallant
Buy on Amazon1935
Monica turns up trumps
Buy on Amazon1936
The Lost Staircase
Buy on Amazon1946
The new house mistress
Buy on Amazon1952
The 'Susannah' adventure
Buy on Amazon1953
Kennelmaid Nan
Buy on Amazon1954
Nesta Steps Out
Buy on Amazon1954
Beechy of the Harbour School
Buy on Amazon1955
Carnation of the Upper Fourth
Buy on Amazon1958
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Standalone series is publication order: 1. Jean of Storms (1930), 2. The School by the River (1930), 3. Elizabeth the Gallant (1935), 4. Monica turns up trumps (1936), 5. The Lost Staircase (1946), and 6 more. This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Standalone series by Elinor M. Brent-Dyer contains 11 books. The series began in 1930 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Standalone series is written by Elinor M. Brent-Dyer. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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