Kate Stradling Standalone Novels books in order

Kate Stradling's seven standalone fantasy novels include fairy tale retellings and original romantic fantasy stories, from Goldmayne (2013) through Deathmark (2023).

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Goldmayne 2013 Kate Stradling Buy
2 The Legendary Inge 2015 Kate Stradling Buy
3 Namesake 2017 Kate Stradling Buy
4 Brine and Bone 2018 Kate Stradling Buy
5 Soot and Slipper 2019 Kate Stradling Buy
6 The Heir and the Spare 2021 Kate Stradling Buy
7 Deathmark 2023 Kate Stradling Buy

Kate Stradling’s standalone novels showcase her range within fantasy fiction. Titles like Soot and Slipper (2019) clearly signal their fairy tale roots, while others like Namesake (2017) and Deathmark (2023) venture into original territory. The Legendary Inge (2015), Brine and Bone (2018), and The Heir and the Spare (2021) round out a collection that balances romance, adventure, and world-building.

Each standalone offers a complete fantasy experience without requiring familiarity with Stradling’s series work. Readers who enjoy fairy tale retellings with modern sensibilities and engaging romantic elements will find plenty to explore across the seven titles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Kate Stradling Standalone Novels series?

There are seven books in the Kate Stradling Standalone Novels series, published between 2013 and 2023.

What is the first book in the Kate Stradling Standalone Novels series?

The first book in the Kate Stradling Standalone Novels series is Goldmayne, published in 2013.

Which Kate Stradling standalone should you read first?

Soot and Slipper (2019) is a strong starting point — a Cinderella retelling with Stradling’s characteristic wit. Brine and Bone (2018) offers a more atmospheric fantasy, and The Heir and the Spare (2021) plays with royal romance tropes. Goldmayne (2013) represents her earlier style.

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