i really don’t think this is the story to jump into the series, but for people who have read the earlier books, i don’t think you want to skip this one. we need that stick to keep it focused. sorry, i have to say i found this to be very bland and tasteless. unroll one piece of dough and secure on the bottom of pie dish. however, too many people only want a piece of paper that says they have insurance and give claim service no thought. 