I have liked and enjoyed all of Luanne Rice's books that I have read. I picked this book up at the store one day when I was out of books to read and wanted a feel good, sweet book. And this book did not disappoint. I really liked it. This book follows 3 different set of sisters and the ups and downs and bonds that are shared only in the bond of sisters. I have sisters and this book really reminded me of the blessing of sisters and that there is such a unique relationship between sisters. And, it also is about friendships and loving your friends in spite of everything and wanting the best for them.
About the book- Beck's family is torn apart by an accident. Her father dies at sea during a storm. Her sister, Carrie, runs away after she is rescued. Beck and her brother Travis are left to deal with the fallout with their mother. As the story begins, the family is moving from Ohio to Newport, Rhode Island for a teaching position so that Maura (the mother) can support her family. There is a lot of history in Newport for Maura. It is where she fell in love and JD the man she loved is still living there. It also was the place where the relationship with her sister Katherine broke down. As Beck and Travis try to adapt to a new school, the search for Carrie continues, and Maura must face up to the mistakes of her past in order for her to sort out the present and future for her family. Beck is wrapped up in math and finds a focus and purpose through it. The math part was not overwhelming of boring though to read. The book was enjoyable and ultimately the story of how family tragedy and problems can find peace and healing. I recommend this book. It was fast and entertaining.
About the book- Beck's family is torn apart by an accident. Her father dies at sea during a storm. Her sister, Carrie, runs away after she is rescued. Beck and her brother Travis are left to deal with the fallout with their mother. As the story begins, the family is moving from Ohio to Newport, Rhode Island for a teaching position so that Maura (the mother) can support her family. There is a lot of history in Newport for Maura. It is where she fell in love and JD the man she loved is still living there. It also was the place where the relationship with her sister Katherine broke down. As Beck and Travis try to adapt to a new school, the search for Carrie continues, and Maura must face up to the mistakes of her past in order for her to sort out the present and future for her family. Beck is wrapped up in math and finds a focus and purpose through it. The math part was not overwhelming of boring though to read. The book was enjoyable and ultimately the story of how family tragedy and problems can find peace and healing. I recommend this book. It was fast and entertaining.
