I would like to start reading this series.  Those of you who have read them ~ do you recommend reading them in order, or does each book stand alone?  Thanks for your help!

I've only read the first two.....but I think reading in order helps. The first book gave all the background info on the main characters........

Definitely read these in order!

Thanks so much!  I have the first one on it's way.

I've read them all and it does read well in order, but the author does give a little recap of characters as they come on the scene in each book.  It's enough to get thru the book, if you do read out of order, but they really are most enjoyable read in order so that you get the progression of relationships and such.  They are great reads.  You'll enjoy them I'm sure.  Try this website too if you've liked these books.

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