My first Martin Suter book. It came highly recommend.
But hm. 3.5 stars, maybe? Which is little considering that I really wanted to know how it the book ends; it became a page turner (unfortunately only) half way in. The story was solid.
The writing was curious, though. I couldn’t care less aber the main character, Tom; I don’t feel like I properly got to know him on any of the many pages where his actions are described. It’s almost an achievement to write so much about a person without making them interesting or likeable.
Two things I really liked about the book, though. First, the insights into (old) rich men’s lifestyle. It felt authentic, and was new information to me.
Second, that the story came as a Diogenes hardcover book. I like that publisher so much. The quality of the object was great. It even came with a ribbon page marker. It makes me want to read more Diogenes books.