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In The Family Way
by Laney Katz Becker
challenging
emotional
informative
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
It’s 1965 in America when women cannot have there own bank accounts, divorce is scandalous, and abortion is illegal. A group of suburban women help one another manage personal challenges, marriages and pregnancies.
This was a thoroughly researched and atmospheric look at life for women in 1965. Becker did a great job of providing a wide variety of experiences, and viewpoints, laws and facts objectively without losing the fictional tone or slowing down the pace. I loved the character development that allowed for the conversations and explorations of the deeper themes. I highly recommend this book.