A wonderful book - a modern day take on the story of Joseph - from the bible. The main character's name is also Joseph. It is a book that speaks to how the failings of the parents affects the children's behavior and how they act toward each other. The Dad shows great favoritism to Joseph and it creates jealous that grows and festers into something ugly in the other siblings hearts. We all strive to be loved by our parents and when it is apparent that one is loved way more - it leaves doubts in the other siblings minds as to whether they are loved at all. To get attention they need to then out do the 'loved' sibling or get that sibling out of the way - out of the limelight. It is so sad when parents can't see that they are giving preferential treatment and how this makes their children feel about themselves.
A very delightful story. Well written.
