Judy Lindow answers “I loved Olive Kitteridge, but it's been a...”

Ilka asked this question about Olive, Again (Olive Kitteridge, #2):

I loved Olive Kitteridge, but it's been a while since I read it. Do I need to re-read it in order to fully enjoy this one?

Judy Lindow The interconnections between the books is more important than in some series. I think it's because we're moving through Olive's Life and in this one w…moreThe interconnections between the books is more important than in some series. I think it's because we're moving through Olive's Life and in this one we're seeing her approach old age. However, I'd forgotten the prior Olives and read this - it's a good read as a stand alone. Her character came back to me and bits and pieces. What it did was make me want to reread the first books. Which I'll do in another 10 years - this time reading them back to back.(less)

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