Author: Mary Lawson

This is another book where the author uses three main characters to tell the story. Edward, the father, has mainly removed himself from his family (his wife and eight children) by going to work and hiding in his study when he is at home. His eldest son, Tom, has a degree in aeronautical engineering but because of his depression over the suicide of a friend is currently driving a snowplough. Meg, his only daughter, has taken care of the family since she was a very young girl but has recently started a new life in England.

I can’t say this is a happy story but it seems quite real. I would have liked a different ending but I’m satisfied with what the author gave me.

Goodreads Rating: * * * *