Although the story line is good, the writing is repetitive. The reader is constantly reminded of what he/or she has already read. It's also dragged out and is a long book as it is. I have read a lot of her books through the years and this one disappoints. Each time this star-crossed couple gets a set back in this book, it starts over again... the best thing about it was the ending when it finally came - and that was anti-climatic. One wonders if Steel actually did the writing.I have outgrown Ms. Steel, I do believe, as I have been reading a few authors lately that really grab your attention and don't let go, that is what I like. I would not recommend this to someone that wants more substance in their reading.