This was a big book. Big in size and big in surprises. I discovered surprises behind many a corner, and each flip of a coin (yes, this relates to the story in so many places) bounced me to new places and allowed me to meet new characters.

The only thing I sometimes wondered about while reading this book was: would it be possible to convey the same information in this story with fewer details. I think that is what turned this book into such a long one. Don't get me wrong: the book was never boring. I just wonder about this as I am a writer who tries to keep as many details away from people. I think it's good for the reader to develop their own interpretation of a world, a building or a person.