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Can I read this book without reading the first book in the series? Or should I read the previous books before?
Charlie Eckhaus I believe you will like this if you read it first, as the author summarizes the life situations at the start, but you will find it more rewarding and …moreI believe you will like this if you read it first, as the author summarizes the life situations at the start, but you will find it more rewarding and impactful in some cases if you start with the first book.(less)
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