" This was my first David Liss and I must say that I was intrigued by the idea of a novel about commodities trading. Add in coffee, the Inquisition, Amsterdam, the East India Company, the Portugese Jews, a mad Dutchman, intrigues and schemes every page and even woman's rights and you have a fine story. I would have enjoyed more of the coffee house lore and a more information about the Exchange and I would change to 5 stars! On to the next Liss! "
— Barbara, 1/29/2014