the problem with reading through an author's bibliography is that you generally start with their most well-known work. It may not be the best of theirs to offer, but it will be one of the best. So you read on and discover the book that you think is their best, and other couple of gems. And then you read some crap books which still has hints of the stuff you loved from their best book - but it really is not a good book. And then you can't do anything but shake your head because you really do like this author, but not this book.
It's like going in descending order, or eating your favorite bite first and trying to ignore the yuckiest stuff.
But going the other way is impossible. Because if you don't like the first book, why bother picking up another one?
Well, i guess it's all moot anyway because I don't really have the time to read anyway.
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