“An unconventional aunt blows in from Vancouver to pinch-hit as babysitter, and offers two sisters and their brother an entrancing view of family history . . . Most sections are . . . hilarious, as is the snappy and perfectly timed dialogue. After the last laugh, Aunt Sally's hard-won understanding of human nature will leave readers with plenty to ponder.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Original and entertaining . . . [A] witty, clever, and involving book.” —Booklist, Starred Review

“Horvath's dry humor runs like a current through the book, sweeping readers along in the breathless anticipation of the next bit of absurdity.” —Publishers Weekly

“Polly Horvath has produced a small gem. She knows just how to twist language to make readers sit up and take notice. . . . She draws her characters with such precision that they peak without ever going over the top.” —New York Times Book Review