Who are the main characters in the novel?
What kind of life do Harriet and David dream of?
How many children do Harriet and David want?
What is unusual about Harriet’s fifth pregnancy?
What is the name of the fifth child?
How is Ben different from the other children?
How do the other children in the family react to Ben?
What happens to the family gatherings at the house after Ben is born?
What difficult choice does Harriet face about Ben?
What is one of the main themes of the novel?