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Kevin Treanor asked this question about L.A. Confidential (L.A. Quartet, #3):
Would you recommend reading the L.A. Quartet series in order? I'm more interested in reading L.A. Confidential, but I also hate trying to jump into a series that is filled with references to previous novels.
Jonathan It's definitely not mandatory, but having read the first three books in the series in the proper order, it does give you a better sense of what's goin…moreIt's definitely not mandatory, but having read the first three books in the series in the proper order, it does give you a better sense of what's going on behind what's actually being said.

There are only minor tie-ins between all four books in the series, and if I'm remembering correctly, it only really has to do with one fairly major character.

All it really did for me was bring a bit of nostalgia and recognition to the books. It put a smile on my face reading about him being up to the same old thing; but it's definitely not something that you would worry about or go out of your way to do.

I was in the same boat as you are right now, and if L.A. Confidential is the only book in the series that you plan on reading, I wouldn't concern yourself with any of the others and you'll be perfectly fine.

Let me know what you think and I hope that you enjoy your reading.

Take care.

Jonathan (less)
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