Five stars for looks and sturdiness. Three stars for assembly. You definitely need to have either two people or multiple booksboxes to assemble. As far as the instructions go, put the middle shelf in before you place the bottom on, it will be much easier. Keep the screws loose so you can fit the bottom in without struggling. It’s a pretty piece and it’s pretty sturdy for about 100 pounds on top and 50 pounds each for the shelves.