I enjoyed reading this book and found it engaging. The sense of humor throughout was similar to mine and had me laughing. If I could write a book, I imagine it with this type of writing. Some may find the light touch on a terrorist action to be disturbing. I am recommending friends to read for the phrasing and wit of the writing.

I was not sure where the novel was going at first as it seemed to jump around but as I kept going, I found the writing lyrical and captivating. The development of the sisters and their relationship with each other and their environment (particularly the mountain) was moving. We do not always think about our relationship to nature and how where we live creates ties that bind us to each other and to the land. This novel captured that in a magical way. I found the mysticism in the story as a metaphor for things that can pull us down or lift us up. However, I am not sure if it will have broad appeal because it took time to get interested in the characters and story and the magical aspects may not appeal to a broad audience.