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True Betrayals
Nora Roberts

True Betrayals

Quick Answer

Read "True Betrayals" as the 34th book in the Standalone Novels sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "The Widow" (Book 33)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 34th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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A woman fleeing a dark past falls in love with a charming horse trainer, but when her secrets catch up to her, she must fight to save their future from deadly betrayal.
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True Betrayals

Book #34 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 True Betrayals?

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

Can I read True Betrayals before The Widow?

No. We recommend reading The Widow first. True Betrayals is the 34th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is True Betrayals 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 True Betrayals in the reading order?

The next recommended book after True Betrayals is True Betrayals (Book #34).