How many children can she have? She produces amazing children too, with skill sets well above others. Damia is still the ever supportive and loving mother. Both her and Afra make guest appearances in this story. The focus is on her four youngest who are amazing. I do like learning more about Human and Mrdini interaction. It's fascinating how Ms. McCaffrey creates these aliens that are so different and how they are to interact with humans. I enjoyed this story greatly. Another lovely book from my favourite fantasy author, Ms. McCaffrey.