This novel shifts between the stories of Marie, Elizabeth and Margaret. Marie, who is a mother of two, discovers she is unexpectedly pregnant at 39, followed by genetic testing that confirms her unborn child has Down syndrome. Marie's best friend, Elizabeth, has struggled for years with infertility. Margaret's story is one of a woman in 1947 who gave birth to a daughter with Down syndrome. The novel weaves together the stories of motherhood, friendship and how lives are affected by Down syndrome.--Ministry of Education website.

English language arts 30 (2013). Note: This novel discusses abortion and the historical treatment of individuals with Down syndrome. Educators are advised to consult their local learning resources evaluation policy before using this resource.--Ministry of Education website. .