Critical Praise

"Powerful."

——Seattle Post-Intelligencer

"[Barbieri's] insights into family dynamics are solid and true."

——Washington Post Book World

"Reminiscent of Mona Simpson's novels, in the way that it sneaks up on you with its message of strength as a payoff for hardship.... A thoughtful and thought-provoking study of family afflictions."

——January Magazine

"A commendable debut ... entertaining and engaging."

——Seattle Times

"Riveting."

——Glamour Magazine