It's about a month after I finished the novel and the feeling I have about it is still pretty good, despite some of the flaws. The portrayal of the main characters is the strongest part. I also like the idea of Barzini being a lieutenant for Maranzano/Mariposa and ultimately betraying him, because that was typically the kind of figure he was. Barzini was very much a Vito Genovese; very cunning, ambitious, unreliable and opportunistic.

The ending however is somewhat rushed and I think adding an epiloque to the story might be a good idea. Also, I missed Don Altobello as Connie's godfather and the family's oldest friend.