Everyone finished it, though it was mighty long. No one raved about it - some hated it, while others liked it, but thought it flawed. Some liked the puzzle strewn through the book, and appreciated the challenge of putting the pieces together, while others stumbled over the chronological jumble, or found Atwood straining too hard at being clever. And everyone agreed that none of the characters were well-rounded - nor were they anyone whom you would enjoy meeting.