I read this slowly, enjoying the journey through history framed by the Earl of Carnarvon's life. Obviously since he financed and paved the way for Carter and the eventual discovery of Tut's tomb, there is an Egyptian connection, but I think this will appeal more to Downton Abbey fans who want to learn about the real people who lived in Highclere Castle. Look somewhere else to learn about the search for Tut's tomb; read this for insight into the changing lives of England's aristocracy in the late 19th, early 20th centuries.

1.5 stars, rounded down because this book was a terrible disappointment.
I expected a book about the excavation of Tut's tomb based on this family's archives. It seems the author really wanted to dump information from the archive. It was terribly boring. Maybe readers who are interested in this particular family or Victorian aristocracy in general may like this more than I did. That would probably be a very narrow audience. I would not have chosen to read this book.
The excavation of Tut's tomb was not discussed in any detail until ~80% into the book. By that time, I was so annoyed with the name dropping and rich boy hobbies that made up the majority of the text, that I could not enjoy it. I scanned ~70% in search of the promised content.
This book would be more accurately represented as a biography of this earl.
I read an eARC that did not include illustrations, appendices, and any other supplemental information that may be added to the published version.
Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.