Jeni Miller answers “Do I need to read the Chinaski novels in...”

Jennifer Juniper asked this question about Ham on Rye:

Do I need to read the Chinaski novels in any particular order in order to enjoy them or know what is going on? It seems they were not written/published in chronological order in terms of the character Chinaski's life so I assume it's not a big deal but wanted to ask. :-)

Jeni Miller I read them in Ham on Rye, Post Office and Women order, which is chronological for the character, but not publication, and it was fine. When you read …moreI read them in Ham on Rye, Post Office and Women order, which is chronological for the character, but not publication, and it was fine. When you read Ham on Rye first it helps to you to understand him in Women a little better. Publication order would be good too, just don't do Women first if you have a weak stomach:)(less)

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