Genre: Book
Grade: A-
Notable People: Brit Bennett
Title: ” The Mothers”
Review: I checked out a number of books from the library from last years’ New York Times Best of list. I guess I don’t share the same taste or values, as first two were duds that I gave up on after 50 pages…… then I hit this one. A wonderful first novel by this SoCal writer that traces the heartbreaking story of a motherless African-American girl in San Diego. Started slow- but really grew on me. Intense, colorful, evocative and well captures the experience of a young black woman in a white culture. “The Mothers” refers to the elder woman at the “Upper Room” church to which the protagonist’s marine father is devoutly involved, and each chapter starts with their moving reminiscences before delving into the story. A very touching book that will make you think and feel deeply.