Only recommended for true bibliophiles....
When I first started this literary thriller, I was bored. It was slow, I wasn't too sure how I felt about the first person tone of the novel (the chapters written from Jake's perspective), and I didn't like any of the characters. However, as time went on and I stuck with the book (mainly because I love this new sub-genre about literary thrillers and can't stop myself when it comes to anything Shakespeare), it defintiely grew on me. The writing became more interesting (although I confess that I didn't read the Bracegirdle letter- just skimmed those parts), the plot thickened, and although it was very predictable, I enjoyed it. Don't get me wrong, I am not convinced of the critical acclaim this book has received. I thought it was ok/good. I can only recommend it to those who truly love books and reading, as I think all others will find it too slow and perhaps boring/implausible
