Jonathan Carroll Standalone Novels books in order

Jonathan Carroll's standalone novels range from his debut The Land of Laughs to later works like Mr. Breakfast, each blending literary fiction with elements of fantasy and the surreal.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 The Land of Laughs 1980 Jonathan Carroll Buy
2 Voice of Our Shadow 1983 Jonathan Carroll Buy
3 After Silence 1992 Jonathan Carroll Buy
4 From the Teeth of Angels 1994 Jonathan Carroll Buy
5 White Apples 2002 Jonathan Carroll Buy
6 Glass Soup 2005 Jonathan Carroll Buy
7 The Ghost in Love 2007 Jonathan Carroll Buy
8 Bathing the Lion 2013 Jonathan Carroll Buy
9 Mr. Breakfast 2019 Jonathan Carroll Buy

Jonathan Carroll’s standalone novels span more than three decades, from The Land of Laughs in 1980 to Mr. Breakfast in 2019. These books share Carroll’s characteristic style of taking everyday situations and slowly introducing elements of the fantastic until the ordinary world cracks open to reveal something stranger underneath.

The standalones include some of his most acclaimed work. White Apples and Glass Soup explore the afterlife with dark humor, while Bathing the Lion asks what happens when retired angels begin to remember their former lives. Each novel stands on its own while contributing to the larger body of work that has made Carroll one of the most respected voices in modern fantasy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Jonathan Carroll Standalone Novels series?

There are nine books in the Jonathan Carroll Standalone Novels series, published between 1980 and 2019.

What is the first book in the Jonathan Carroll Standalone Novels series?

The first book in the Jonathan Carroll Standalone Novels series is The Land of Laughs, published in 1980.

Which Jonathan Carroll standalone novel is a good starting point for new readers?

The Land of Laughs, his 1980 debut, is often recommended as the best entry point. It tells the story of a man researching a reclusive children’s book author in a small Missouri town, and it displays all of Carroll’s strengths in a compact and gripping package.

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