It has been a quite some time since I have read such a touching historical romance. Lisa Kleypas manages to weave in solid emotions into what should have been a typical lovey-dovey historical romance. 
 I have seen a lot of people marveling over Derek Craven's story more than over this. I disagree with them.The romance here was so much better! 
 This story had both the people coming out of real tragedies and finding love. They hurt each other, teased each other, kept secrets from each other for the fear of rejection but still cared for each other. 
 There are so many books out there with the same plot styles yet this book stands out. Everything moves in a logical succession. When Lily and Alex finally come together, my whole body was crying out in happiness. I seldom feel emotions this strongly.