Don't get me wrong--Mystery is a pioneer, definitely knows his stuff, and has great insights into the art and the structure of pickup. However, I found this book's presentation to be awkward, somewhat difficult to read, with many forward references to topics not yet covered. There are many gems inside that are well worth discovering, but, due to the disorganization, I would recommend some other book for beginners (perhaps Magic Bullets by Savoy). Then come back and read this one once you've gotten the basics down.
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