This was such an interesting book and a great read. I loved all the characters (except Dora was not as well crafted as the others) and the tragedy and happiness of the story. Some parts were heartwrenchingly realistic while others seemed kind of unreal and forced for the plot development (like everybody happening to be able to take care of him and his mother monetary wise). But overall the story grapped me the whole time and I was so sad and happy and mesmerised by the whole experience.