I am at a loss as to what I want to rate this one. It's either a 2 or a 4.....Lots of the angst and drama that I love (4), but on the other hand I did not feel that the hero's past justified his cruel actions (2). The heroine had issues (a failed marriage and pregnancy at 18) and was stronger because of them. I can't say the same for the hero and his issue (no love from mommy).