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This might be a stupid question but do we have to read any or all of the preceding 13 books in order to give this one due justice? Thanks in advance.

Socal444 Since anybody reading any one of the Charlie Parker books will want to read the others, it makes sense to start at Book No. 1, Every Dead Thing. (1) T…moreSince anybody reading any one of the Charlie Parker books will want to read the others, it makes sense to start at Book No. 1, Every Dead Thing. (1) To me, it is important to know how Parker wound up like he is and what his motivations are. (2) There are a number of personal relationships that develop over the entire 14 book series. For example, a close friend, Louis, is a stone killer. Yet he not only respects Charlie, but he fears him as well. His friends, and certain enemies, realize that he is special and must be treated with special care. You cannot know this by simply picking up book No. 14. (3) The reader develops a personal relationship with Charlie that enriches the reading experience. I began to experience a kinship with Parker around the fourth novel, and it has grown stronger with each book released. Certainly, one can read No. 14 , and enjoy it. However, do yourself a favor and start with No. 1. You will wind up reading them all anyway!(less)

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Socal444 I hope that you started with book No. 1. There is so much character development that if you semi-binge read the Charlie Parker series, even Parker cha ...more
May 12, 2017 06:06PM · flag

Gmaharriet I would agree with NOT binge reading. These are to be savored, and however much I often want to jump into the next one, I force myself to read 3 or 4 ...more
Jul 04, 2018 04:41AM · flag

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