I've always been a fan of this novel, the setting, the story, like "the notebook" but so much more. If anyone hasn't been in the loop lol, the book has been made into a movie with "Juno's" Ellen Paige, and of course Elyn Burstyn in the title role. A little corny that it comes out on Mother's day, but i think it would make a great gift - especially if you grew up with this book (like me lol!).