The unusual and intriguing title reflects the plot's originality well. It is an uplifting story, despite its rather dark setting in 1930's Alabama during the Depression. The Moore family, headed by Albert and Leta, and their children Virgie, Tess and Jack, each take a turn at narrating the story. The juxtaposition of the adult voices with those of the children provides an equal dose of realism and innocence in this tale of hope and love.
