I loved this book. The characters were opposite species and nations and it was an arranged marriage. World was only built as far as you know who are involved and freindly and who borders who. The characters were the driving force with this book. They start out being open and truthful, and from there they grow as a couple. Loved the characters staying true to themselves and open to new experience. No shrinking violet, or not stating what they feel. Loved it from the first paragraph thru to the end. The problem will be finding the next book. Great writer.