A review by originalmelodie
The Mothers, by Brit Bennett
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
I would rather recommend The Vanishing Half by Britt Bennett - this reads far more like a YA novel than the latter - the writing isn't as solid, but the story is interesting though see content warnings.
Moderate: Incest, Abortion, and Rape