This hero was in sorry shape, hunted by creditors, and scorned by society. I liked him because not only was he different from the usual hero, he was still a good person despite his 'vices.' Lily, on the other hand, was an immature woman despite her philanthropic goals, and annoyingly vacillated between her desire and disdain for Ethan. Poor Ethan. He deserved a much better heroine than Lily. Three stars.