I finished the book (last month!) and LOVED IT, despite the tragedies.
The nun, back from the dead.... now I have to go back and see what you meant by that.
The dad and his ham radio; our heroine's failure to master Morse Code; why didn't I write a review while all of this story was fresh in my mind.
THANK YOU SO MUCH for the recommendation. The "voice," the themes, the family drama, everything about this story is right up my alley.

Others might complain of a slow pace - not me.

And you know the author in real life! Please tell her she has a new fan!