Reading order#
| # |
Title |
Published |
Author |
Buy on Amazon |
| 1 |
The Girl Before You |
2020 |
Nicola Rayner |
Buy |
| 2 |
You and Me |
2020 |
Nicola Rayner |
Buy |
| 3 |
The Paris Dancer |
2024 |
Nicola Rayner |
Buy |
Nicola Rayner’s standalone novels blend psychological suspense with literary prose. The Girl Before You and You and Me, both published in 2020, deal with secrets hidden within close relationships, while The Paris Dancer (2024) takes a different approach with a story set against the backdrop of Parisian dance culture.
Each novel works on its own, but all three share Rayner’s interest in unreliable appearances and the way past events can reshape the present. Readers drawn to character-driven thrillers with a slower burn will find these books worth their time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books are in the Nicola Rayner Standalone Novels series?
There are three books in the Nicola Rayner Standalone Novels series, published between 2020 and 2024.
What is the first book in the Nicola Rayner Standalone Novels series?
The first book in the Nicola Rayner Standalone Novels series is The Girl Before You, published in 2020.
Do you need to read Nicola Rayner's standalone novels in order?
No, each of Nicola Rayner’s standalone novels is a self-contained story with its own characters and setting. You can start with any book that interests you. That said, reading in publication order lets you follow the development of her writing style from contemporary domestic suspense to the more historical setting of The Paris Dancer.