I really don't like mysteries, but I've made an exception for this series because I enjoy the "adventurous archaeologists in 1890's Egypt" premise. I love it when they're haunted by a mummy or trapped in a pyramid, or even just digging up cool artifacts. But this one just dragged on and on... Ugh. The beginning was okay-kidnapping a small child while their parents ascend one of the great pyramids. (Man, I kind of wish they would still let people do that, but totally get why they don't) But then the plot just kind of stagnates. I just don't get the appeal of two rich noble lovers trying to appease the brother, but they also just happened to wind up in Egypt together. Okay? The ending was really good though. More drama with the Master Criminal (gosh, that name is terrible) and awkward love triangles to boot! Still, not sure if I'll pick up the next one.
311 pages
Read Harder Challenge #3
