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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: April 2026
Quick Answer
What order should I read the Standalone series? Start with "Ozark Legacy" (1975) and follow publication order through all 13 books.
The complete Standalone reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
Ozark Legacy
1975
In Love's Own Time
1977
Forbidden Fires
1980
Seventrees
1981
Still the Mighty Waters
1983
Our lives, our fortunes
1984
Glory
1985
Season of Desire
1986
Crown Sable
1987
Cinnamon Wharf
1988
Guests of the Emperor
1989
The Herron Heritage
1992
The Bun Also Rises
1996
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