A review by caliali_
The Mothers by Brit Bennett

emotional sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

a story of longing- for unencumbered romance, maternal love, deep friendship, and escape from malice and judgment. glimmering with beautifully-crafted sentences though slightly dulled by a predictable plot. the omnipotent 'greek chorus' of mothers narrating the story was exciting but a tad melodramatic. i yearned to feel more nuance and emotional closeness to the characters.