I liked the personal way in which this story was told. I felt like I was experiencing a day in the life of Rose Kennedy at Hyannis Port and Palm Beach. I was surprised to learn that Rose didn't really go out much. I think of her a lot in her younger days going to parties, balls, etc., but I guess when she got into her 80's, she was tired of doing that sort of thing. The author, from what she says in this book, was not a big fan of Eunice, Sarge, or Maria Shriver. That surprised me too, how Eunice and Sarge were rude to the author for really no reason at all. I couldn't believe Rose's frugality considering the Kennedy's wealth. I mean, imagine Rose asking the author to return used cosmetics for credit! Highly recommended for anyone wanting an intimate look inside the life of Rose and the daily happenings at both of her homes.