"If you build your house far enough away from Trouble, then Trouble will never find you." That's what Henry's father said, but Trouble has come to the wealthy, aristocratic Smith family, who have lived in their house by the sea for three centuries. Franklin W. Smith has been hit by a car while running, lost an arm, and suffered brain damage. A young Cambodian boy was arrested as the driver, and, in a plea bargain is sentenced to probation, 200 hours of community service, and loss of his license. Many in the community are incensed at the light sentence and his family business is subjected to arson. The Smith family must deal with difficult events, somewhat assuaged by the addition of Black Dog to the family. "Maybe Trouble is an accident and it doesn't help to blame anyone. When all the blaming is over, you have to start living again."
Great read! Prejudice, forgiveness, and family themes permeate.
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