Good discussion points. Author writes beautifully with poetry background. Her use of language raises the story above the usual. Interesting characters that aren't what they seem at ginning. Twists in... (read more)

This is a story of four couples: Couple 1 has two children, fairly upper class, wife a bit snooty, husband easy going. Couple 2 has two children and the wife is suffering with terminal cance... (read more)

Rich characters, lots of subplots, transforming events. We had a good discussion and a lot of speculation on what would happen next for the characters. I think when an author can get the reader so involved... (read more)

Writing is a bit rambling. Fun read.

Tales of 4 Mothers and their individual life battles, and the thread that weaves them together. It is a light read.