El conde Lucanor
Don Juan Manuel
1839
El conde Lucanor vs This is how it always is
Both "This is how it always is" by Laurie Frankel and "El conde Lucanor" by Don Juan Manuel are popular choices for readers interested in Family secrets and Parents of transgender children. This comparison helps you decide which to read first — or whether both belong on your list.
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This is how it always is
Laurie Frankel
2017
"This is Claude. He's five years old, the youngest of five brothers. He also loves peanut butter sandwiches. He also loves wearing a dress, and dreams of being a princess.When he grows up, Claude says, he wants to be a girl. Rosie and Penn want Claude to be whoever Claude wants to be. They're just not sure they're ready to share that with the world. Soon the entire family is keeping Claude's secret. Until one day it explodes."--
Published 2017
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Which is easier to read: This is how it always is or El conde Lucanor?
Reading difficulty depends on your familiarity with the genre. Check each book's page count and subject matter above, and start with whichever aligns better with books you've enjoyed before.
Can I read This is how it always is and El conde Lucanor in any order?
Yes — these are standalone works. You don't need to read one before the other unless they're part of the same series.
Which book is better for beginners?
If you're new to this genre, look at the shorter book with broader appeal and start there. You can always come back for the other.
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