I read "Ya Ya" first and "Little Altars Everywhere" second and believe that this is how they should be read even though "Little Altars" was written first. I have shared this book with many of my women friends and all reactions were the same - fabulous. This book reminded me of my best friend and myself and some of our adventures of raising four children each as single moms. I feel sorry for people who can't empathize with Vivi. Life is real - not storybook. Vivi had her problems but made life fun. I recommend this book for all who have best friends they grew up with and remain friends with. I look forward to more of Rebecca Wells books. Keep on writin'.