A review by lisa_nog
The Coffee Trader by David Liss

challenging informative mysterious slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

Interesting premise for this historical fiction book:  Stock market intrigue between Dutch and Jewish traders in 17th century Amsterdam.  It was not lightning fast, but I definitely learned a bit.