This story was one big misunderstanding after another and even when the truth is pointed out to the heroine she refuses to trust the hero who has done nothing wrong. At one time I might have enjoyed the angst of this story and accepted the stubborn heroine and drawn out ending but no longer. I can still accept the angst and righteousness of the heroine's plight in the fact that these lovers were repeatedly lied to but they both wouldn't listen to the truth or try to listen to each other. They spent too much being indignant and angry. A plot that has thankfully seen its day. ( )

This is one of Ms. Balogh's earlier books, and I've been picking up her back catalog happily. However, this one was pretty much a mess. The plot was convoluted and a bit silly that's resolved all too easily. Not my cup of tea. ( )

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