I think my only character complaint would be that Laura Fairley's delicateness was nearly grating and would have been were this not set in the 1850s and also written at time, although I'd forgive a contemporary historical novel anyway since it's that whole Victorian dainty fainting female aesthetic.

Marian was my favorite, and I love the dynamic with the Count. He came across as such a creep in that respect and it was amazingly cringey.

Plot-wise, I'm a little disappointed that it wasn't further explained how and why the Count ended up marrying Laura's aunt. Also why Laura's father chose Glyde for her - he was shit at keeping his behavior in check and he had a reputation for being a douche. I find it hard to believe his being betrothed to her was a coincidence in terms of Laura's relation to Sir Percival's BFF's wife and the will. I mean I suppose they could just have been lucky bastards but it must've occurred to Fosco sooner that a dead Lady Glyde meant his wife got money, I can't believe he wouldn't have known.