Step II Substitute for Kaplan 2CS Core cases

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Dr. Gabber

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Hi, I've started my preparation for the step 2CS which is in 5 weeks.
People mostly state the FA 2CS to be the only book needed.
Some more advanced peers suggest an addition of Kaplan 2CS core cases...

Here comes the punch line:
The latter book is rather outdated (2013) and quite pricey (100$+!!!), moreover it seems like it is not being produced anymore. However, Kaplan released "USMLE Step 2 CS Strategies, Practice & Review" in 2016. Paperback states that the book contains 30+ cases and other stuff.

Has anyone flipped over it and could tell whether it was worth it?