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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 "What Love Sees" (1988) and follow publication order through all 8 books.
The complete Standalone reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
What Love Sees
1988
Girl in Hyacinth Blue
1999
The Passion of Artemisia
2001
The Forest Lover
2004
Luncheon of the Boating Party
2007
Clara and Mr. Tiffany
2010
Lisette's List
2014
Life Studies
2004
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