This was a departure from the norm, with the 'Preacher' background which I liked. The relationship of the family and the individual family members are gone into quite nicely. Imperfect as most people are, we see the unfortunate sanctimonious, distrustful, quick to judgement attitudes of the Minister & his wife (Mom & Dad). The difference in the brothers, Clay & Hal is remarkable and their involvement with their 'adopted sister' Jenny interesting. A true conclusion is wrought by Sandra Brown as to people whose lives are mapped out by their parents. The upheaval and turmoil in their lives allows their real feelings to grow, by the freedom they make for themselves. Relationships based on friendship is really the best. It's a good story and another keeper by Sandra Brown!