This was entertaining to read. I found it a bit difficult to get into, but interesting enough to continue reading. And once past the first few chapters, it was a bit more what I think I was expecting when I started the book. It was an interesting take on how what are now considered classic murder mysteries became first popular, and then classic.

The explanation of cultural changes and the rise of interest in fictional murder were interesting. If you're into classic murder mysteries, such as those by Agatha Christie or Dorothy Sayers, might find this an interesting read.