I think most of this novel is extremely mature, well planned and cleverly executed, although I cannot help but feel that Zoe’s storyline was unnecessary, that perhaps the narrative would have been stronger kept within the family and the siblings’ explorations of their own pasts and family. The way Nemony and Tree’s narratives and hopes cross over across so many years is extremely clever and poignant, and the way they all hinge on their mother is beautiful and heartbreaking. As a story of understanding and perspective, this was really fascinating.