A Goodreads user asked this question about Fall of Giants (The Century Trilogy, #1):
I'm looking to read my first Ken Follett book and I'm torn between Fall of Giants and Pillars of the Earth. Any suggestions on which one I should read first? I know they're both series-openers and completely different, but I'll gladly take any advice from people who are familiar with his work!
Melissa Pillars of the Earth is one of my favorite books ever. However, that said, it is also not very typical of Follett's work so it doesn't give you the be…morePillars of the Earth is one of my favorite books ever. However, that said, it is also not very typical of Follett's work so it doesn't give you the best idea of his writing.(less)
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