This for me was not a book I could pick up at any time. I felt I needed to dedicate an allotted period per reading,It certainly didn't flow for me as other novels of the same genre have done.
I also felt that I'd missed something by starting on the fourth book in the series, (Definitely recommend starting with the first one.)as there are many references to previous adventures.
It is superbly written and I am very glad to have discovered such a talented writer. There were, however, a few niggles for me, but the main reason for not giving a five was purely that at times I felt it needed a sharp kick up the backside to move the pace along. Accurate and descriptive composition is all well and good, but two pages to describe a setting is an unnecessary luxury.
A great read though and I will definitely be seeking out the others in the series. ( starting with number one ;D)