I finished the book so quickly because it sets a rapid pace and I really really wanted to know what happened next. The writing is off-putting at first. But the story and the view into a different (for me) cultural background and the crazy off all that money, the intrigue and the beautiful backdrop of Singapore more than make up for it. (Though I doubt I'll ever re-read this). If you can get beyond the name-dropping of famous brands and designers, the fashion descriptions and the mounts of expensive rocks... it is a fun read. Also Kaspar von Morgenlatte is my favorite character in the book (me being German and all that). More interesting is all the food they get to eat...

Also: the movie is fun.