While there were some really great things about this book, it didn't do it for me. I love the Count of Monte Cristo. It is one of my all time favorite stories. It's so vibrant and full of intrigue. This retelling had a lot to live up to. I loved the beginning, but by the end I really struggled to finish a book with so many questions. The ending felt abrupt and inconclusive. The cliffhanger(s) did not leave me wanting more.