This story stated its life as a character profile for another book. In MacKalvey House, the main character is Michelle Rosemont. In order for me to write what this character does, how she reacts, what she might say or do or think, I need to know her. I also needed to know her mother, Melina Valentina Rosetti Rosemont.
One review I got for this book stated every young woman should read this book for the life advice if nothing else. The problem is, most young adult women don't want to hear that they need some sort of order in their lives. They prefer the "You need to live your life to its fullest. Go. Do. Jump. Immerse yourself in excitement!"
No one wants to hear, "Wash. Dry. Fold. Put away."