Saint Maybe - by Anne Tyler

Anne Tyler has long been a favorite author of mine. In this story, Ian Bedloe, who lives with his family in Baltimore, feels responsible for the death of his older brother. He begins attending The Church of the Second Chance, where it is suggested that he take care of the three children that were left behind for his atonement. The book covers more than twenty years of family life, each chapter describing the thoughts and experiences of a different family member.