I've always enjoyed this series. It's deeply involved in historical politics, and I can always count on an engrossing mystery and engaging characters. The historical John Rykener, AKA Eleanor, plays a large role in this edition, acting as Crispin's assistant in Jack's absence. This one doesn't quite feel like it completely comes together in the end. There are at least four different groups involved in the plot to steal the stone and discredit Richard II. One steals the stone. One was supposed to take the stone away. One is responsible for the side of the plot that Jack was investigating. But I'm not sure I was ever clear on what the fourth one did, or on why the stone wasn't taken away as it was supposed to be. Still, it's a solid and exciting look at political machinations of the 14th century.
Overall: B