While I really liked the art and paintings that were so beautifully interwoven in this story, the immature behavior of the main characters grated on my patience (especially Vinnie’s poor judgement in friends and stubborn pride).
There was also a whole lot of telling via Ben’s sole perspective, which made it hard for me to understand or forgive Vinnie for his inconsiderate treatment of Ben.
The narration was easy to listen to, but to me it was just okay. Something about the narrator’s tone or style didn’t quite work for me, although I seem to be in the minority.