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Possession
Nora Roberts

Possession

Quick Answer

Read "Possession" as the 30th book in the Standalone Novels sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "The First Lady" (Book 29)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: As the 30th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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An acquaintance from Lord Julian's military years begs his lordship's help locating the fellow's missing fiancée. The young lady's family has only the flimsiest explanation for her disappearance, and the harder Julian digs for answers, the more complicated the puzzle becomes. He soon realizes that a young woman who was described to him as a bluestocking of no particular fortune might in fact have absconded with a hoard of gold, or been kidnapped in hopes she'd reveal the location of a literal treasure. Julian must sort through lies, scandal, family feuds, and conflicting clues, all while battling his own demons, or the course of true love might end in doom. (KDprt)
Next Recommended Book

The Guardians

Book #30 of 524 in Series

Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

Chronological Order

May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.

Order Confidence

high Confidence

Why this order?

Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for Standalone Novels conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading Possession?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read Possession before The First Lady?

No. We recommend reading The First Lady first. Possession is the 30th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is Possession required reading for the Standalone Novels?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after Possession in the reading order?

The next recommended book after Possession is The Guardians (Book #30).