Everybody and Their Brother

The story centers on May Dearborne, who must navigate the challenges of caring for her autistic twin brother, Kipp, after their father's death. Despite her own struggles as a widowed, childless woman, May feels a deep sense of responsibility toward Kipp, highlighting themes of family duty and the complexities of caregiving. The narrative explores the dynamics between May and her three older brothers, as they all grapple with the implications of their father's passing and the future of Kipp's care.