I got into this story, mainly for the mystery of what happened to Sukey long ago, the protagonist's sister who had disappeared as a young lady. Maud is elderly now, and suffering Alzheimer's. So I wasn't sure if I would like this 1st person dementia POV, but it was ok, she had a clear memory of her childhood, and of her sister's disappearance. 
 The ladies from the library book club didn't enjoy this one that much, most rated it 2 stars; they said it was too close too home, as they are all getting older. Nevertheless it was a good discussion.