Message from the novel

 1 - Life is full of struggles.
 ( example : Richard , Colin , Ralph , Pixie )

2 - live a positive lifestyles.
(example : Ralph, Claudia)

3 - be adapt to new situation
( example : Ralph, Claudia )
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4 - we must learn to accept new family member.
(example : All characters )

5 - we must play our roles with dedication , especially in stepfamilies.
( example : Robbo, Ralph )

6 - we must treat our family members with love, understanding and repect.
 ( example : Ralph , Charlotte , etc. )

7 - we must be patient in what we do.
 (example : Robbo )

8 - we must be determined to get what we aspire to achieve.
 ( example : Colin, Stella )

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9 - We must be responsible for our actions , especially when we do something wrong.
10 - We must think twice before making decision , because it may change one's life.
example :
 Richard ran away from home and made his family suffer.
 Richard's mother, Lilith married to Coldstone and make Richard suffer.
 Coldstone sent Richard to boarding school made Richard hated him more.

Colin's mother left Colin's biological father, this made Colin never knew who was his real father.
Colin's mother again left Jack , and make Colin sad.

etc.

every story have a person who is irresponsible.
每个故事都有不负责任的人

Claudia's father, Ralph's father , etc.