As a fan of Suzanne Wright's books, I found this to be average. While the plot had potential, it felt overly long, leading to moments of boredom. I believe the story would have benefited from a tighter narrative.

The chemistry between the characters was strong, some subplots felt unnecessary. I felt the ending was rushed compared to the lengthy buildup, which left me feeling somewhat unsatisfied.  The spice lvls were there which we are use to with Suzanne, but they wasn’t anything new.

Overall, while there were enjoyable elements, I wished for a more concise and engaging experience. In saying that I will see what the next one in the series offers.