Blended families have become part of everyday life. There is far too little discussion about how women fare in these new family structures as stepmothers. Often, the addition to the family is enriching for them, but how do they cope when their partner's children reject them? Or when they struggle to develop feelings for their stepchildren? What happens when living with a new partner threatens to fail due to issues with the children? Since there is no universal script for being a stepmother and each family story is unique, the book not only provides a comprehensive analysis of the situation but also features women sharing their personal experiences. This book is a versatile read on the topic: unvarnished, honest, and hopeful.