This was one of the most incredible books I have read in almost a year. I was literally able to connect Jeanette's parents to real people I know of, all of whom have disabilities. It is also amazing considering that Jeanette and all of her siblings came from such a poor family, and that Jeanette and her siblings still prospered, not everyone can do that. Not to mention I just cannot believe some of the crazy ideas Jeanette's parents had (eg, When Jeanette's father started going over 100 miles per hour in a car with his wife and children). Also when Jeanette's mother who worked but permitted her husband to spend her paycheck on liquor. I would recommend this book to anyone (especially a psychologist or social worker). Also like one of the reviewers wrote I would like to see what a psychologist would have to say about the mother.