Abstract:
Sun and Storms: Chronicles of a Stepfamily offers a rare peek into stepfamily life in its gutsy portrayal of the author’s family. Stepparents will want to read its inspiring and truthful message. The stories, grouped into three collections, record the family’s trials and triumphs during their first seven years, honestly depicting the complex and rewarding relationships found in a stepfamily. In the end, this book is about the most basic of human needs—the desire to belong. It conveys how five individuals seek connections with one another in order to find their place in the heart of their new family. “This book is a profoundly wise and deeply intimate story that reads like a fast-paced novel. We are privileged to witness the family’s transition from pain and loss to love and celebration. It is a must read for stepfamilies and the professionals who serve them.” –Sandy Trybus, licensed therapist