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A review by reb_reads
The Mothers by Brit Bennett
challenging
reflective
fast-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? Yes
4.0
This was a really interesting exploration of grief and motherhood and what it means to be a mother. I had a little bit of an issue with how abortion was talked about but I understand that this was from a religious point of view.
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Alcoholism, Child abuse, Cursing, Death, Infertility, Miscarriage, Misogyny, Rape, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Medical content, Abortion, Death of parent, and Pregnancy