When four siblings inherit a run-down farm, they aren't sure whether to sell it or try to live there. Max opposes every plan to live in the farmhouse, since it will need extensive repairs, and it's so large that they could never afford to furnish it. But Sally has her heart set on a peaceful country life, and she tries to persuade her brothers that they could make a living growing strawberries in the fields. Although the guys hate their stuffy city office jobs, they can't imagine themselves as rugged farmers. They argue back and forth until finally, a disaster in the family compels them to make use of the farm, and they discover that they love living in the country.

I loved this sweet and wholesome book! I adore Sally and all the brothers, and I loved how they drag their friends into their adventures on the farm. They have some childhood friends, a kindly wise old uncle who lives with them, and a country neighbor who gives them advice and help on the farm. The neighbor is a bit of a mystery at first, but we learn that he has a deep faith in God and a generous spirit.

The romance is a little odd and disjointed, since Sally refuses to be courted at first and makes her suitor wait until things are settled at the farm. In the meantime there are a few other fellows who appear to be interested in her, but she keeps things friendly and does not encourage any special attentions from them. There is a little bit of mystery about who Sally will ultimately choose as her suitor. There are few other flirtations between some side characters, but at the end we never learn if they started any serious relationships or not. I was disappointed not to know how their little romances turned out.

But the biggest focus is not on romance, but on sibling relationships. I love stories about siblings and this one really captured my heart! Sally is the only girl in the family, and she feels the responsibility to take care of her brothers. They are very protective of her, and all the siblings work really hard for each other. However, they have their differences like all siblings, and they don't always meet obstacles or challenges as a unified team. It's takes some humility and compromise to make decisions as a family, and make the farm a success.

I love the wholesome plot and the delightful characters! I love the sweet writing style that kept me reading into the wee hours of the night. This book made me smile and warmed my heart!