This is another story in which the way the tale is written is what makes it shine. This story has a great villain in Monseigneur the Marquis de St. Everemond. Other people who aren't really villains, per se, but represent the insanity of the French Revolution are Monsieur and Madame Defarge. 
 The character of Jerry Cruncher is very amusing in a rather dark way, and the character sketch of a Tellson's banker is classic. It's another section I like to reread from time to time. Mrs. Pross's showdown with Madame Defarge gives me a line I rather enjoy. While facing Madame Defarge, Miss Pross says "You might, from your appearance, be the wife of Lucifer," said Miss Pross in her breathing. "Nevertheless, you shall not get the better of me. I am an Englishwoman." I'm not sure why I love that line so much, but I do. 
 The main story involves Dr. Mannette, his daughter Lucy, Charles Darnay, Sydney Carton, a few others, and a confusing mix of all of them. You'll have to read the book yourself to understand more. Highly recommended, but not as great as Great Expectations.