Enjoyable story of a wildly romantic, naive young woman who is married by a man who wants to use her to gain revenge on her family. Normally, I have no use for revenge plots that involve using innocent parties but this is a light, airy love story. Simon's 23 year quest for vengence quickly begins to fall apart in face of Emily's steadfast love and conviction that he is a noble and decent man. That is the fun part. At times, Emily teeters on the edge of annoying with her constant reference to flowery romantic phrases. She definitely strays into Pollyanna territory with her determination to look for the good in all and especially in her husband. However, her practical, realistic side does become more apparent as the story progresses. Also, when Simon loses his temper a number of times with her for her apparent naivete, you see there is more to Emily that the cheery, bright, pretty "Elf" she seems to be on first, second and third appearance.

A fun, sweet Regency romance.