I loved all the character this book had. It was so full of descriptive detail that I was able to easily put myself in every scene. I stayed interested in the story and enjoyed reading about the different generations in this family and what being American meant to each. I was not able to emotionally connect as much as I would have wanted and couldn't find a tear to spare for any of the sad revelations. A very interesting read though, and one that really takes you back in time. I loved it. 4 Stars.