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Millie asked this question about The Rules of Magic (Practical Magic, #0.5):
Do you need to read Practical Magic before reading this? Or can it be read as a stand alone?? I absolutley loved the movie version of Practical Magic and have seen it many many times. I would love to read The Rules of Magic but might find it hard to read PM because of how many times I have seen the movie.
Cathy I do not recommend watching the movie of Practical Magic in place of reading it. Although it was a delightful movie starring Nicole Kidman and Sandra …moreI do not recommend watching the movie of Practical Magic in place of reading it. Although it was a delightful movie starring Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock, many liberties were taken and changes made that I found both disappointing and annoying.

Although The Rules of Magic can be read as a stand alone, I strongly recommend reading Practical Magic first as it serves as a better introduction to the characters and storyline and drove me to read the prequel for answers. It’s similar to reading an article in a magazine or newspaper and then researching the history of the incident, feeling satisfied and stating, Aha, now I get it!!(less)
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The Rules of Magic
by Alice Hoffman (Goodreads Author)
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