The art on the notebook is lovely as is the concept of using recycled material and no harsh chemicals to bind the pages. The pages themselves are also not too thin which is a plus for all pen users (like me) who get frustrated when the ink leaks through the paper, making it hard to read when writing on the front and back of a sheet. The one I got however, was badly glued in the front. I understand that, as I mentioned, no harsh, chemical-laden adhesive is used, but the back holds perfectly together. Only the front has a problem, leading me to assume that this notebook I received is defective. I get (and find it cute) that the brand name plays on the idea of the easy decomposition of recycled material, but I fear mine is unfortunately literally decomposing.