I have to say I could not get in to this book at the beginning.  It took until she started taking care of the children for me to really start enjoying the book and being unable to put it down until my eyes were drooping and I had too.  I loved the way she cared for A_______ when he was ill.  I loved her connection with the children and how she influenced and helped them, loving them and caring for their needs and more.  I loved the story being strong with God's redemptive power and the acceptance of His grace in their lives.  And I love good endings.  Loved this book once it started flowing for me!