This fourth and final book in the Letzenstein Chronicles tells of young Toby who was found - lost and orphaned - by the eccentric and mysterious Raphael le Marre in a previous book. Raphael ("Raf") seems appropriately named after one of the archangels as he has a way of coming to the rescue of children in trouble and has in fact adopted (along with his wife) some 20 children of his own. In this story Raf brings Toby back to his relatives in London in order to decide his future. Toby has no interest in staying with anyone but Raf. Toby's maternal grandfather is kind, but unable to support him financially, while a rich and arrogant uncle from his father's side insists on adopting him. Meanwhile, adventures befall everyone involved and Raf (who is Catholic) shares some interesting thoughts about Protestant England even while working with and being helped by a kind Anglican minister. The story is charming and a fairly easy read for early to mid grade school or as a family read-aloud. There are some elements of the story which might be troubling or confusing for young children sensitive to issues relating to adoption or having a step-parent.