I enjoyed the fact that the main couple in this book were a gay couple. It's not something often found in mainstream fiction.

While the story is a current and easily related to by many with the economic situation facing a majority of the planet; some scenes were tense and pauses are advised especially as this book has no marked chapters one can find themselves not realising they are close to the end.

I found this book to fit into society well, and as a social work student I study these situations every day and John's home life is one affecting many people these days.

This book is believable and well written, which makes it easier to relate to the characters.

A definite must read.

Reviewed on 10/20/2011 by ReviewTheBook.com Member Tina Evans

 Overcoming so much in his life, John had finally found happiness with his partner Charlie and their adopted daughter Cassie.  Having already put his life back together from drinking once, being laid off from his job, a job he loved and did well, led John to make bad decisions.   Not telling Charlie that he was laid off, John was convinced that he could get another job before his severance pay ran out.   Leaving everyday like he was heading out to work when in reality he was spending most of his time looking for a job.  As option got less and job offers got even worse, John found other ways to spend his time.  Even after Charlie found out what had been happening, John continued to make a string of poor choices that led to fewer options, for them all.     

Reviewed on 07/31/2011 by ReviewTheBook.com Member Debbie Berry