This volume addresses the advantages and problems of being a favorite child, including an increase in confidence and determination, but the possibility of problems with moral choices. Libby, a clinical psychologist who draws from her work with powerful public officials and former favored children in Washington, DC, explores why parents choose favorite children, the long-term effects of this on the child and the rest of the family, the dynamics of favoritism, and how parents can be open and honest about it, make each of their children feel favored, and instill a healthy emotional balance. She concludes with the stories of several patients and different types of favoritism they experienced. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)