I used to really like Cornwell, but the last couple books of hers I read were a mess, so I figured I‘d give her one more shot and, frankly, she made it easy for me. Thin plot with lots of holes, forgettable characters and a nonsensical ending. Sorry, Ms Cornwell, but we‘re all done. I‘ve already unshelved the two others of hers I haven‘t read yet and they‘re in the donation box.