Who's read the Elder Gods series?

I started to, but gave up :)

I need some information - can anyone tell me a bit about the character
Ara, eg what does she look like, does she have kids, which book does
she appear in, is she human, is she a PolgAra rip off, does she have a
mate etc?

Will tell all once I get some facts straight.

Ce` - Mistress of Intrigue!