This was a pretty good read. The only reason I didn't give it 4 stars is because I was often frustrated at the spinelessness of the mother -- but in a way that is a good thing, because it helps the reader sympathize with the frustration felt by Nick as he, powerless, watches his family disintegrate.

From what I've read about the author, her first husband struggled with mental illness. I imagine that is why she is so good at portraying the fear, frustration, anger, and finally acceptance of the family as they deal with the father's illness.

But boy, did I want to shake some sense into Wanda at times! I understand that she doesn't drive, but that doesn't mean she should have let her husband behind the wheel! *sighs* ( )