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When the Bough Breaks (Alex Delaware, #1)

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by Jonathan Kellerman

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I am really into books that develop characters (Prey Series, Elvis Cole/Joe Pike series, Alex Cross, etc). Is this series worth investing time into?
Barry Cleary Try Jeffery Deaver 's Lincoln Ryhne series or William Kent Krueger…moreTry Jeffery Deaver 's Lincoln Ryhne series or William Kent Krueger(less)
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Does it matter what order these are read in?
Melissa Not completely but I would recommend it. There are a few characters who become recurring and some personal developments for both Alex and Milo that do…moreNot completely but I would recommend it. There are a few characters who become recurring and some personal developments for both Alex and Milo that do happen chronologically. I would say if you have the ability to, read them in order. (less)
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I'm a fan of Michael Connelly, especially because his stories are based in L.A. Would I enjoy Kellerman too?
Alyssa I was also reading Connelly's "Echo Park" (Harry Bosch series) when I was reading this Kellerman book, which mentions Echo Park. The similar descripti…moreI was also reading Connelly's "Echo Park" (Harry Bosch series) when I was reading this Kellerman book, which mentions Echo Park. The similar descriptions of the places talked about made it feel familiar. Might as well give Kellerman a try to see if you like it. (less)
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Do we need to read these in order?
Beth Not necessarily...but the relationship between main character Dr. Alex Delaware and his detective/lieutenant friend Milo Sturges develops over time, a…moreNot necessarily...but the relationship between main character Dr. Alex Delaware and his detective/lieutenant friend Milo Sturges develops over time, as does the relationship between Alex and his girlfriend, Robin. But there are frequent references to the events of the prior books that act as quick summaries to catch the reader up.(less)
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Kellerman's Alex Deleware novels take his unique understanding of the field of psychology and his amazing research into the police world to merge them into very fascinating reading, with touches of the personal side of the characters such as the Deleware dog and relationships throughout the years and his gay police partner's struggles to operate as a gay man in a very prejudiced world of police world, wouldn't you?
Beth What exactly is the question in this?
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