The School For Good Mothers by Jessamine Chan
In this dystopian novel, a young mother named Frida Liu faces severe consequences after a momentary lapse in judgment leads to her being deemed an unfit parent. She is sent to a government-run reform school where mothers are subjected to rigorous and often dehumanizing training to prove their worthiness to regain custody of their children. The story explores themes of motherhood, societal expectations, and the harsh scrutiny women face, highlighting the emotional and psychological toll of a system that prioritizes perfection over compassion.
The 13592nd greatest book of all time
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- Published
- 2022
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- English
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