What was Mary's relationship with her father? Why was she against her mother dating after her parents divorced? What relationship did Mary have with her step-father, George?

When Mary was a youngster, what was her opinion of faith? How did working at the missionary in Mexico impact Mary's beliefs?

Describe the miracles that occurred during Mary's boating accident and rescue. Why was that a pivotal point in Mary's life and faith?

What premonition did Willie have about his eighteenth birthday? What occurred on Willie's eighteenth birthday? Why was Willie curious about souls and death?

What roles did pear tree blossoms and Alpine roses play in the story? What did it mean when the pear tree was struck with lightning and destroyed?

What did angels tell Mary about God? When did Mary encounter angels? What made her certain that they were actually angels?

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