The third book of Carole Overington's that I have read. This one tells the story of Softie and Garry. Softie was a career woman with a nice apartment. Garry had a rough upbringing, had already had one failed marriage, and has no real job. He meets Softie and they spend some time together and get married. Sofitie is older and really wants a child and Garry agrees. She becomes pregnant and Matilda is born. Some time later the relationship runs into difficulties, Softie thinks having another child will help, and becomes pregnant but loses the baby. Soon after that she walks out taking Matilda with her and says that the marriage is over. The story of the book is the story of the struggle for custody of Matilda told through both their eyes. They both believe they can do the best job of bringing her up. We have a very good picture of both of them and it was a very good read. Kept me engrossed right till the end as I read to find out what would happen to Matilda the one person who did not have a say in the matter.. ( )