As a mother, this book consumed my heart and I really felt for each of these women. 

Hannah- makes a mistake that anyone could have but with grave consequences which result in her kids being taken away by the state to foster care. 
Julie- the foster mother just tries her best to help these sweet girls while their mother gets help.
Elaine- Hannah's own mother who was not the best at always being there for her daughter and it makes Hannah scared for her girls that she might get custody. 

Motherhood is hard and I really like the portrayal of the kids. They are central characters to this book and their feelings are validated through Julie I thought.

Such a great debut !