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I just finished this novel and it was an exhausting and depressing read. Don't get me wrong; it is a fantastic novel and well worth the time and emotional investment. Asturias writes in an almost poetic prose that really draws you in. His characters are engaging and his settings are such that I was able to really visualize his scenes. The story itself is sad and his words carry you along like a silent observer of some hateful crime that you are unable to prevent but of which you are almost omniscient. It is really frustrating and I found myself wanting to yell out to the characters to "STOP!" several times. And of his characters, Asturias brings seemingly insignificant characters from early chapters back as more major players throughout the story, so if you plan to read this pay attention to every character.
I highly recommend this book, especially to those who enjoy reading works of historical fiction.