This book needed a lot of context. I knew nothing about Irish history going in, so I was very lost. I think it was a mistake on my part to not research, but also a mistake on the author's part to just assume we would know and never even give you clues on what you should research.

On terms of the actual book, it was slow paced. Although that made the action more engaging, it also made some parts very tedious.

Over all, not for me, but I can see why others like it.