I loved this book I watched the show and fell in love with the families and was curious about the book and what things may or may not have been included in the show. I started the book and couldn't put it down it went in so much detail some things were different some were the same. I loved and cared for both of the mothers and their different ways of raising children all of the tough choices that sometimes have to be made. I wish Elena would have learned to love the unique way Izzy approached life she was a sensitive and very in touch with the pain and hardships that some people are face with. All children are not going to be a like we have to embrace what makes them different and encourage the fight in them so they can stand alone strong and confident in their life choices. Very good book and great job on casting for the show!