Review: Great read for both genders and adults of all ages.
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 04 29, 2013
I wasn't sure a book like this would appeal to me, but by the second chapter I realized it was like a whodunnit--on steroids. I won't summarize the plot and characters as other reviewers have done a good job with that aspect. Having very little short term memory, I found it helpful to write a list of the characters as they presented. The story does loop around in a way that reinforces the role of each character, so the reader doesn't get lost.The pace takes off right away and never lags. The main characters are engaging and the plot has interesting twists. I liked the dialog; it seemed authentic. The story occurs primarily in Amsterdam, which is refreshing and enhances the escapism quality that makes fiction so enjoyable. At times I was reading this book when I should have been doing other tasks. That's the mark of a great read. Looking at reviews for the sequel, I see some reviewers think it's even better than the first book. This book is worth your investment of time and money.Disclosure: I was provided a copy of this book at no cost, with the author's request for an honest review.