This was novella length, I think, but might have been better as a novel. At this length, the plot was perhaps a bit too efficient- and the characters were interesting and well-drawn enough that I would have enjoyed getting to know them better. As it is, the action was a bit jumpy- though very clear; it just felt that there were pieces missing here and there.

I love Hoffman's writing, and was glad to have a chance to read this. ( )