Transcriptions of all the letters in the Macirone archive can now be accessed via the All My Darlings website .

http://www.allmydarlings.net/

I love how this family's history was laid out via their own letters, journals, and other documents found in an old desk. The writer put together a book that was more interesting than fiction. I felt myself becoming invested in this family the more that I read.

by Cristie Underwood

When the author discovered a treasure trove of letters photos diaries of this family,he went back in time entering their lives their world.I loved this book what a wonderful treat to go back in time to get an intimate look at them their daily existence their era.Highly recommend.

by Abby Siverman

This is a beautiful book of one family's history laid out with letters, journals and documents belonging to the ancestors. I really love history and genealogy and I really enjoyed the way this story combines the two. Ordinary families can be so extraordinary when their lives are examined in full. A wonderful journey from the author.

by Kirsty

The author inherited a desk filled with letters from her husband's side of the family. As she began to read through the letters she realized that the letters contained a glimpse into the families life during The Victorian Era. Even though the family was not wealthy or very famous their lives intersected many of the famous musicians and artists of the era. There is a lot of information in the letters. I liked the way the author chose which letters to reprint and which ones she summarized. There are lots of historical illustrations that accompany the text. Enjoy getting to know the family

by Kari