Customers find the product to be a beautiful and high-quality addition to their decor, with many praising its appearance and the crisp, clean look of the books. The colors are noted as being great and perfect for completing a desired look. The product is also considered useful for decorating bookcases and as a stacking accent. However, some customers feel the product is overpriced and not worth the money, citing unfinished ends and a tendency to get dirty quickly.