-Reviewed by Lori Stilger of Heavenly Perspective Photography

Tragedy hits the Allenhouse family on a hot summer night in Ohio when a mother of four vanished. Eight-year-old Vada virtually grew up overnight and raised her three younger sisters while her father lost himself in his medical practice in the basement of their home.

Now, Vada is a grown woman, still making her home with her father and sisters. Her days are spent serving as an errand girl for Cleveland’s fledgling amateur orchestra.

Dizzying change occurs the day the Brooklyn Bridegrooms come to town to play the Cleveland Spiders and a line drive wallops the head of a spectator. The fan is whisked to the Allenhouse parlor, and questions swirl about the anonymous, unconscious man.

Suddenly, the subdued house is filled with visitors and Vada’s sisters are giddy at the bevy of possible suitors. Vada’s life is awakened amid the super-charged atmosphere of romantic opportunity.

This book is an easy read; from the beginning, Pittman grabs your attention. If you're female, that is - I don't think this is a "guy" book by any stretch of the imagination.

I found myself comparing this story to Little Women frequently. There are four sisters, one present parent, a (rather bossy) housekeeper, and close to the same time period. There were enough differences in the storyline, however, that that comparison didn't arise too often.

Overall, I enjoyed this book. It's got its moments of humor, and moments of sadness. There's just enough detail to invite the reader into the grand picture of the book without bogging one down. The personalities of the four sisters, especially, are beautifully distinctive.

Ms.Pittman took, what was for me, a surprising view at the end of the book. I am still struggling with it, to be truthful - and that's one of the signs of a good book for me.

I would recommend this book, especially if someone wants to discuss it with me!

This book was supplied by the publisher as a review copy.