From Library Journal
David Roth, having helped raise his wife's daughter from a previous marriage, is obsessed with the idea of fathering his own child and with continuing the Jewish traditions of his ancestors. Because Nina, his wife, can't conceive, the Roths choose Stacey, who loves being pregnant but can't afford to raise another child, to be the surrogate mother. Meanwhile an unexpected tragedy occurs and Stacey finds herself unable to fulfill the contract. Goldreich evokes strong emotions as she explores the heartaches and the unpredictable events that evolve.
David Roth, having helped raise his wife's daughter from a previous marriage, is obsessed with the idea of fathering his own child and with continuing the Jewish traditions of his ancestors. Because Nina, his wife, can't conceive, the Roths choose Stacey, who loves being pregnant but can't afford to raise another child, to be the surrogate mother. Meanwhile an unexpected tragedy occurs and Stacey finds herself unable to fulfill the contract. Goldreich evokes strong emotions as she explores the heartaches and the unpredictable events that evolve.
