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A Goodreads user asked this question about A Spell for Chameleon (Xanth, #1):
Do I have to read these books in order?
Brian Johnson Not necessarily. The first 3 books is a trilogy, and give you a great overview of the world of Xanth and how things work in it and many of the prime p…moreNot necessarily. The first 3 books is a trilogy, and give you a great overview of the world of Xanth and how things work in it and many of the prime players.

I would recommend at least reading the first 3 in order.
1) A Spell for Chameleon
2) The Source of Magic
3) Castle Roogna

From here, you can jump to any book, pretty much, but these also have a 3 book story arc:
4) Centaur Aisle
5) Ogre, Ogre
6) Night Mare

7) Dragon on a Pedestal
8) Crewel Lye
9) Golem in the Gears
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