A review by disasterchick
Against All Odds by Danielle Steel

3.0

Felt this was a bit of a dramatized title for the book. Kate raised her four children when her husband died young and also had a successful high end clothing resale shop. While the entire family is extremely close none of her children listen to her advice or warnings. Each makes mistakes that alter the course of their life, but don't worry because everything works out perfectly. There are some real issues such as spousal abuse and drug abuse that seemed to be conveniently dealt with to move the plot along and make it significant. If you really want to read an author that deals with these issues realistically but in fiction look at Marian Keyes (Rachel's Story for addiction and This Charming Man for domestic abuse).