Easy to assemble but the one thing I wish they had done was the do a better job on the side trim which ends up hiding the first book and last book on each shelf. Not a big deal but with some of my thinner books, you wouldn't even notice them.  Still, they are my favorite bookcases I've ever owned.  Until I ready for real wood prices.

Pros: I saw the exact same item in a local furniture store at twice the price.
Cons: The side trim is just a bit to wide.