In this eminently readable edition, the author has skilfully knit together several instances to bring out the heavenly aura that always surrounded Alphonsa. She also narrates the intimate details of the saint’s early days and her traumatic entry into life. Alphonsa’s life reveals that greatness lies not in doing great things but in doing little things with great love. The author narrates also the anecdotes from the Saint’s life highlighting her virtues and the miracles attested by the Church. The added photographs make the book more interesting. This book will prove a valuable guide to those who want to follow the ‘little way’ of Saint Alphonsa.