Does Elin Hildebrand’s Nantucket series need to be read in order?

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As a seasoned gamer of both books and Netflix series, I found myself intrigued by Elin Hildebrand’s Nantucket series, particularly “The Perfect Couple”. Having binged on the Netflix adaptation, I was curious about the novel, especially given the differences in the narrative.

After finishing “The Perfect Couple” on Netflix, you might be intrigued to explore the book version. The novel by Elin Hildebrand has some differences from the series, particularly concerning how Merritt perished and the reasons behind it. It’s definitely a captivating read.

You might find that “The Perfect Couple” is the third installment in the Nantucket series. Is it necessary to read the preceding books to fully understand this one, or could you jump right into this story without having read the others?

How many books are in the Nantucket series?

In the series, “The Perfect Couple” is the third book published out of a total of four (as of now). Here’s the correct sequence of their release: [Title of first book], [Title of second book], and then “The Perfect Couple,” followed by the fourth book.

A Summer Affair
The Castaways
The Perfect Couple
Swan Song

You can enjoy each novel separately as they don’t have a specific sequence in their storyline. Instead, all these books take place within the same fictional universe, and certain characters may appear across different novels. While reading multiple books might enhance your understanding of some characters, it isn’t mandatory to read The Perfect Couple in order to follow its plot.

Why read The Perfect Couple by Elin Hildebrand

The television adaptation deviated significantly from the original books. In contrast to the novels, the series unveiled that Merritt’s demise was motivated by financial reasons. This contrast is particularly poignant because in the book, such a motive isn’t present. Consequently, the narrative takes on a more heartrending dimension, as one finds oneself sympathizing slightly with the perpetrator of the crime.

In the adaptation, certain character names have been altered. The most notable swap is that Amelia from the series is called Celeste in the original novel. This modification was made due to Nicole Kidman being cast as Greer in the show. Producers aimed to prevent fan confusion between Celeste Kidman’s role in this production and another series she appears in.

After the modifications, it will seem as if you’re delving into a fresh tale that shares some similarities with the original. Moreover, the book surpasses the television series in quality significantly.

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2024-09-19 13:37