Like the previous reviewers, I got this book as a free promo. I had never read Julie Garwood before, and there was nothing in the story that would prompt me to pay actual money to read any more of her work. The writing was poor, the plotting was worse and there was no suspense.For people who like romantic suspense,may I suggest that you try some by good writers like Susan Isaacs,Elizabeth Peters or even Charlaine Harris. This stuff isn't worth the time it takes to read it.Reviewer: Renee S. N.Y.C.