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From the USA Today bestselling author of the international sensation Baby Teeth comes a claustrophobic psychological thriller about one womans nightmarish spiral while quarantined with her mother.Grace isnt exactly thrilled when her newly widowed mother, Jackie, asks to move in with her. Theyve never had a great relationship, and Grace likes her space—especially now that shes stuck at home during a pandemic. Then again, she needs help with the mortgage after losing her job. And maybe itll be a chance for them to bond—or at least give each other a hand.But living with Mother isnt for everyone. Good intentions turn bad soon after Jackie moves in. Old wounds fester; new ones open. Grace starts having nightmares about her disabled twin sister, who died when they were kids. And Jackie discovers that Grace secretly catfishes people online—a hobby Jackie thinks is unforgivable.When Jackie makes an earth-shattering accusation against her, Grace sees it as an act of revenge, and it sends her spiraling into a sleep-deprived madness. As the walls close in, the ghosts of Graces past collide with a new but familiar threat: Mom.

Journey through the captivating story of "Mothered: A Novel" by Zoje Stage, a tale that delves into the complexities of motherhood, identity, and sacrifice. Set against the backdrop of a small New England town, the novel follows the intertwined lives of two women, Susan and Lily. Susan, a young mother, grapples with societal expectations and the challenges of single parenthood while Lily, a renowned author and Susan's mother, struggles with her own demons and the weight of her past.

As the story unfolds, Susan seeks solace in the written words of her mother's novels, finding comfort and inspiration in her mother's portrayal of strong female characters. However, as she delves deeper into her mother's literary world, she begins to unearth hidden truths and long-buried secrets that threaten to unravel the foundations of their relationship.

Zoje Stage's poignant and insightful writing explores the complexities of the mother-daughter bond, the sacrifices mothers make for their children, and the lasting impact of those sacrifices. Through Susan and Lily's parallel journeys, "Mothered" offers a profound meditation on the power of storytelling, the resilience of the human spirit, and the unbreakable bond between mothers and daughters.

Dive into the pages of "Mothered" and embark on an emotional journey that will leave you reflecting on your own life, relationships, and the enduring power of love and forgiveness.