Marilee answers “Do I have to read 'em in order? My friend...”

J. Bryce asked this question about Broken Harbor:

Do I have to read 'em in order? My friend April recommended Tana French in a general way, but this was the only one on my branch's shelves.

Marilee Quick answer, no, you don't have to read them in order. The benefit of doing it is that you would have been introduced to some peripheral characters, …moreQuick answer, no, you don't have to read them in order. The benefit of doing it is that you would have been introduced to some peripheral characters, relationships and back story that come up, mainly other cases and members of the Murder Squad. But French is such a good writer, she seamlessly provides just enough background in the latest narrative, that you can treat the books as though they stood alone. So, no worries about jumping around, you'll find your way. That being said, I am reading them in order because that's what I prefer. Just started #4. (less)

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