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50shadesofjaye 's review for:
The Unmothers
by Leslie J. Anderson
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Devastatingly beautiful, The Unmothers is an exquisitely unique, rage-filled feminist folk horror tale perfectly suited for these darkly patriarchal, puritanical times. As empowering as it is horrifying, this book made me feel seen, heard, understood, and comforted by the way women KNOW. It reminded me that, yes, TOGETHER, we CAN fix what bad men break—and that good men, kind, gentle, and fiercely loving, are out there for us too. It rekindled my connection to the forgotten gods and the wisdom of ancient trees, calling us back to the forest—to our true home.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Animal death, Body horror, Bullying, Child death, Death, Drug abuse, Gore, Blood, Murder
Moderate: Child death, Cursing, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Miscarriage, Car accident, Pregnancy
Minor: Sexism, Suicidal thoughts, Religious bigotry