This short novel about quirky family and friends was a fun and quick read. I haven't read the previous book. Although I didn't feel at all lost diving straight into this one, I suspect I might have appreciated the nuances of character interactions better if I'd already met them in Book 1. The characters are wacky and larger than life, and the ending a bit on the pat side for my tastes, but the interpersonal relationships really shone through.

Worth a look if you're after a light read with heart.