Readers whom I trust haven't been totally enamored of SWS, so I began my reading somewhat apprehensive and prepared for disappointment. But because I set my expectations low, I was happily surprised to enjoy the book. It was something of a romp, good-natured and smile-inducing. Maybe not what's expected of LC, but it worked for me at this time. *warm fuzzies* 
 (I think the brain-rest of my summer vacation left me with more patience than I possessed before. I've been pretty cranky and impatient about my historicals in recent months.)