R asked this question about The Full Cupboard of Life (No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, #5):
Can I read this book without reading the first book in the series? Or should I read the previous books before?
Jean I'd recommend reading the previous books first, but you will not be 'lost' if you don't.
I think you could enjoy the book without having read the previ…more
I'd recommend reading the previous books first, but you will not be 'lost' if you don't.
I think you could enjoy the book without having read the previous ones, but it is more interesting if you know the history of the characters and their interactions. (less)
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