I loved this book. I could not put it down. I too am married to a scientist and the author nailed it! There were many similarities between my life and Meridian, and I identified with her loneliness, and having to live with someone that has more intellect than emotion. Being married to someone that is always prepared, lives frugally, and does not like to socialize pretty much shapes everything in your life. It is a sacrificial way of living. Meridian's character portrayed someone that lived her whole life sacrificially, even when she didn't have to in the end. I would highly recommend this read.