The first half of this book is a bit interminable. Brisbane isn't there, and he and Julia are busy being Rather Silly. I'm so glad the Will They/Won't They is over, because is was getting ridiculous.
Really liked getting some backstory for Brisbane, and the whole creepy Egyptology/moors/gothic incest babies is really rather atmospheric. Quite enjoyed that, even if the pacing rather dragged some times. And oh boy, the pacing dragged.
Particularly liked how Jane and Portia's breakup was handled. It was very in character, it wasn't very Sad Gays, and all around just handled very well.