I'm surprised that it has taken me so long to find this author. I love a "Classic" contemporary romance.I really enjoy it when an author takes the classic elements of a good historical romance and translates them into a contemporary one. And this is exactly what the author has done.Admittedly the story line needs to be taken with a pinch of salt but it has all the elements of a great romantic read. A "Scared" and tortured hero who doesn't know how to love. A beautiful and pamper heroine who is underestimated by everyone but has hidden depth and strength and of course the manipulative father to bring them together. There is also a great supporting cast and the background of of the travelling circus adds colour and texture to the story