A moving and elegant tribute to Louisa May Alcott's Little Women, Hello Beautiful tells the story of William Waters, who, as a young man emerging from a lonely and tragic childhood, falls in love with Julia Padavano. The Padavano family, four spirited sisters and their parents, enfold William in their chaotic and loving embrace, until darkness from his past surfaces, threatening to jeopardize not only his relationship with Julia, but also the sisters' ineffable bonds. Ultimately uplifting—and profoundly insightful—this is one of those books you'll want to share with everyone you know. (AG)