Questions About The Butcher of Anderson Station (The Expanse, #1.5)

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So do I read this story first, or start with Leviathan Wakes?

Jay This won't make much sense unless you've at least read Leviathan Wakes r seen season 1 of The Expanse as it assumes you know most of the situation alr…moreThis won't make much sense unless you've at least read Leviathan Wakes r seen season 1 of The Expanse as it assumes you know most of the situation already and who the characters are.(less)

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So is this story "The Expanse #1.5" or "The Expanse #0.5"? ... Really confusing labels on the different editions listed under this title.

Michael While the events take place chronologically before The Expanse Book 1, this was released after Book 1 as a prequel and avoids rehashing details reveal…moreWhile the events take place chronologically before The Expanse Book 1, this was released after Book 1 as a prequel and avoids rehashing details revealed in The Expanse Book 1, so I would call this The Expanse 1.5.(less)

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