What does the will of Jack Mercy demand of his daughters? What is their reaction?

Why does Willa feel the need to spend all of her time working on the ranch? Do you think that this is a new development or has Willa always acted this way?

Why is Lily happy to stay at Mercy Ranch?

Why do Willa and Tess have such a hard time getting along? How and why do things change?

What is the motivation of Jim Brewster? Why does he decide not to torment the daughters of Jack Mercy? What does he want instead?

Why do you think Tess is unwilling to commit to a relationship with Nate? How do you think Tess changes during her year on the ranch?

How does Willa change during the year the sisters are together on the ranch? Are the changes for the better...