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Mummy’s Boy: She gave her son everything she had, including her trauma.
Melanie had experienced a hellish childhood. Her mother Mary-Anne, only cared about herself, and used everyone – including her children - as pawns to get whatever she wanted. As the eldest sibling, Melanie had raised her brother and two sisters on her own until their maternal grandparents had rescued them. Things were never simple, though; Mary-Anne made sure of that.
After Melanie became a mother herself at sixteen, she endeavoured to give her son everything that Mary-Anne had never given her, but she was still itching the scabs that her own childhood had inflicted on her. Mary-Anne controlled the relationship with her siblings, but Melanie just couldn’t turn her back on them, regardless of how they treat her.
Craig is a child, looking after his mum and being hurt by her past almost as much as she was. Craig would do anything to protect his mum. Even kill.
After Melanie became a mother herself at sixteen, she endeavoured to give her son everything that Mary-Anne had never given her, but she was still itching the scabs that her own childhood had inflicted on her. Mary-Anne controlled the relationship with her siblings, but Melanie just couldn’t turn her back on them, regardless of how they treat her.
Craig is a child, looking after his mum and being hurt by her past almost as much as she was. Craig would do anything to protect his mum. Even kill.
254 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 21, 2025
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About the author
Jay Word
10 books18 followersJay Word writes emotionally charged thrillers with themes of crime, trauma, and dysfunctional families. Word shows how unlikely relationships can be formed through victimisation. The mothers in her stories have their own issues, and we see how these can affect their parenting.
Nobody can be trusted in the worlds that Word creates and real-life problems like crime, corruption, and child abuse are explored with diverse and inclusive characters.
Word tells her stories from the perspective of the victims and perpetrators, and she does this well. You will question everyone and everything after reading a book written by Jay Word.
Word also writes poetry. This form of writing preceeded her fiction, but it was only after losing years of unseen work that wasn’t backed up, and turning to poetry to help deal with the loss of all her personal possessions in a fire in June 2024, that she felt compelled to share her poetic craft. Word's poetry reflects some of the trauma explored in her fiction works.
Word's books are free to read with Kindle Unlimited. Purchase paperbacks from Amazon, Waterstones, Barnes & Noble, or direct from author website www.jaywordauthor.com
Nobody can be trusted in the worlds that Word creates and real-life problems like crime, corruption, and child abuse are explored with diverse and inclusive characters.
Word tells her stories from the perspective of the victims and perpetrators, and she does this well. You will question everyone and everything after reading a book written by Jay Word.
Word also writes poetry. This form of writing preceeded her fiction, but it was only after losing years of unseen work that wasn’t backed up, and turning to poetry to help deal with the loss of all her personal possessions in a fire in June 2024, that she felt compelled to share her poetic craft. Word's poetry reflects some of the trauma explored in her fiction works.
Word's books are free to read with Kindle Unlimited. Purchase paperbacks from Amazon, Waterstones, Barnes & Noble, or direct from author website www.jaywordauthor.com
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May 14, 2025
4.5 ⭐
This book was intense and very thought provoking! I thought my family was dysfunctional, but after reading Melanie’s story I consider myself lucky!
“I didn’t know how to do better for my son by loving myself. How do you love yourself when you don’t know if you deserve it”.
There is a lot in this book and it is very emotional, whilst still surprising the reader with little twists throughout, until the end.
The multiple POVs allow the reader to have a picture of the whole story, which was very
insightful. I especially loved how every character justified their behaviour with themselves, instead of acknowledging their mistakes and learning from them. This is something that I have to work on as well because sometimes it’s easier to make excuses than to face the truth.
I felt really bad for Melanie, but I was also disappointed with her at times, although sadly you don’t choose your parents, and healing is a very long and difficult road.
I think this book has a very true and hard message which for me is that not everyone should have children and that’s ok, especially if that is unconsciously meant to fill a void. Traumas are long term and the damage gets inherited by those around you, especially those that love you the most!
This is probably my favourite emotional thriller from this author and one that will shake even the most hardened reader. The satisfying ending was so needed as well, leaving the reader at peace.
Thanks to the author for a copy and this is my honest opinion.
This book was intense and very thought provoking! I thought my family was dysfunctional, but after reading Melanie’s story I consider myself lucky!
“I didn’t know how to do better for my son by loving myself. How do you love yourself when you don’t know if you deserve it”.
There is a lot in this book and it is very emotional, whilst still surprising the reader with little twists throughout, until the end.
The multiple POVs allow the reader to have a picture of the whole story, which was very
insightful. I especially loved how every character justified their behaviour with themselves, instead of acknowledging their mistakes and learning from them. This is something that I have to work on as well because sometimes it’s easier to make excuses than to face the truth.
I felt really bad for Melanie, but I was also disappointed with her at times, although sadly you don’t choose your parents, and healing is a very long and difficult road.
I think this book has a very true and hard message which for me is that not everyone should have children and that’s ok, especially if that is unconsciously meant to fill a void. Traumas are long term and the damage gets inherited by those around you, especially those that love you the most!
This is probably my favourite emotional thriller from this author and one that will shake even the most hardened reader. The satisfying ending was so needed as well, leaving the reader at peace.
Thanks to the author for a copy and this is my honest opinion.
January 18, 2025
I was intrigued by this book as parent child relationships was something I studied a lot in university. As someone who knows first hand how trauma can influence the next generation and have studied that I was eager for a story laying this out.
Unfortunately this book felt very flat and repetitive to me. Majority of the book it switched back and forth between the fmc Melanie and the mmc Craig who was Melanie’s son. Each would just continue to complain and repeat the same stories about the trauma Melanie endured at the hands of her own mother Mary-Anne.
It was awful the way Melanie grew up with her neglectful mother Mary-Anne and honestly I’m not sure if you could find a more despicable type of human being. I was absolutely disgusted and devastated by the end of the novel learning all the ways Mary-Anne had used her children for her own greed and neglected them chasing her own fleeting desires. It was appalling and as a mother myself absolutely heartbreaking that 4 innocent children were subjected to that sort of treatment by their mother.
I found some of Craig’s observations seemed far fetched given his age. I have a 6 year old and while she’s observant, some of the language and emotions he was picking up on with his mother seemed a bit advanced for a child so young. And maybe that’s my own interpretation but it’s meant to be written as where he is now in his late teens looking back. But I just found it hard to imagine at ages 3-5 him recognizing some of the things he was. I could understand more if he’s looking back now and recognizing the patterns.
Melanie, poor Melanie. Trauma is hard. Recognizing how broken you are is so hard. I applaud her for having her son, and making something of herself while being so young starting out. Especially with every chance her mother got to ruin anything good she had. I didn’t want to relate to Melanie but I did. It’s hard to let go of people even when they hurt you. It can be such a gift seeing the best in everyone but it can also bring you such pain when people use it their advantage. I can remember in my darkest times wanting a baby of my own just so I had someone who would never leave me and always love me. But being a parent is so much more work and there is so much more to it than just having someone who loves you unconditionally.
I think this story was an important message about trauma and how when we don’t do the work to heal from our trauma it can have lasting impacts on those around us but especially our children. The second half of the book definitely had me more engaged and interested compared to the first half. The first half just felt very long, drawn out and repetitive. I do wish the story had a bit more plot to it as I felt like it was lacking. But ultimately it was a likable read. I’m satisfied with the ending and I appreciate the author and Bookworm Books for the opportunity to read and review an arc of this novel.
Unfortunately this book felt very flat and repetitive to me. Majority of the book it switched back and forth between the fmc Melanie and the mmc Craig who was Melanie’s son. Each would just continue to complain and repeat the same stories about the trauma Melanie endured at the hands of her own mother Mary-Anne.
It was awful the way Melanie grew up with her neglectful mother Mary-Anne and honestly I’m not sure if you could find a more despicable type of human being. I was absolutely disgusted and devastated by the end of the novel learning all the ways Mary-Anne had used her children for her own greed and neglected them chasing her own fleeting desires. It was appalling and as a mother myself absolutely heartbreaking that 4 innocent children were subjected to that sort of treatment by their mother.
I found some of Craig’s observations seemed far fetched given his age. I have a 6 year old and while she’s observant, some of the language and emotions he was picking up on with his mother seemed a bit advanced for a child so young. And maybe that’s my own interpretation but it’s meant to be written as where he is now in his late teens looking back. But I just found it hard to imagine at ages 3-5 him recognizing some of the things he was. I could understand more if he’s looking back now and recognizing the patterns.
Melanie, poor Melanie. Trauma is hard. Recognizing how broken you are is so hard. I applaud her for having her son, and making something of herself while being so young starting out. Especially with every chance her mother got to ruin anything good she had. I didn’t want to relate to Melanie but I did. It’s hard to let go of people even when they hurt you. It can be such a gift seeing the best in everyone but it can also bring you such pain when people use it their advantage. I can remember in my darkest times wanting a baby of my own just so I had someone who would never leave me and always love me. But being a parent is so much more work and there is so much more to it than just having someone who loves you unconditionally.
I think this story was an important message about trauma and how when we don’t do the work to heal from our trauma it can have lasting impacts on those around us but especially our children. The second half of the book definitely had me more engaged and interested compared to the first half. The first half just felt very long, drawn out and repetitive. I do wish the story had a bit more plot to it as I felt like it was lacking. But ultimately it was a likable read. I’m satisfied with the ending and I appreciate the author and Bookworm Books for the opportunity to read and review an arc of this novel.
January 26, 2025
Book overview
Melanie had experienced a hellish childhood. Her mother Mary-Anne, only cared about herself, and used everyone – including her children - as pawns to get whatever she wanted. As the eldest sibling, Melanie had raised her brother and two sisters on her own until their maternal grandparents had rescued them. Things were never simple, though; Mary-Anne made sure of that.
After Melanie became a mother herself at sixteen, she endeavoured to give her son everything that Mary-Anne had never given her, but she was still itching the scabs that her own childhood had inflicted on her. Mary-Anne controlled the relationship with her siblings, but Melanie just couldn’t turn her back on them, regardless of how they treat her.
Craig is a child, looking after his mum and being hurt by her past almost as much as she was. Craig would do anything to protect his mum. Even kill.
My thoughts:
Mummy's Boy explores the effects of childhood trauma and abuse and how these translate into generational trauma.
"Breaking generational curses wasn't something people talked openly about back then. It's still not talked about enough now."
Generational trauma is a topic that needs more awareness.
The book definitely brought out a variety of emotions in me and took me on an emotional rollercoaster.
Craig, poor Craig...my heart bled for him. He was wise beyond his years, and all he wanted was his mother's true happiness. He seemed to be the only one who saw things for how they were.
I tried so hard to connect and feel for Melanie, especially after all the trauma she had endured and the manipulation she continued to open herself up to. I could understand her thought process to an extent considering the circumstances, but at the same time, I found myself becoming frustrated with her.
Instead of distancing herself from the past, trying to heal and attempting to break the generational trauma, she inflicted that pain onto Craig. But Melanie is a survivor and did what she felt was the best at the time, so I did feel for her to an extent.
The book really got me thinking about how trauma can unintentionally be passed onto children, even when someone thinks they are doing everything right.
I really wanted more of their story, so I'm looking forward to the sequel 🤗
The book could be triggering, so definitely check the trigger warnings before reading. If you enjoy emotional psychological thrillers with lots of trauma, abuse and manipulation, then this is a book for you.
It isn't a light-hearted read and will open up lots of emotions. But this is the reality for some people and the book shows the emotions and how some people deal with the aftermath of abuse.
Thank you to author Jay Word for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Melanie had experienced a hellish childhood. Her mother Mary-Anne, only cared about herself, and used everyone – including her children - as pawns to get whatever she wanted. As the eldest sibling, Melanie had raised her brother and two sisters on her own until their maternal grandparents had rescued them. Things were never simple, though; Mary-Anne made sure of that.
After Melanie became a mother herself at sixteen, she endeavoured to give her son everything that Mary-Anne had never given her, but she was still itching the scabs that her own childhood had inflicted on her. Mary-Anne controlled the relationship with her siblings, but Melanie just couldn’t turn her back on them, regardless of how they treat her.
Craig is a child, looking after his mum and being hurt by her past almost as much as she was. Craig would do anything to protect his mum. Even kill.
My thoughts:
Mummy's Boy explores the effects of childhood trauma and abuse and how these translate into generational trauma.
"Breaking generational curses wasn't something people talked openly about back then. It's still not talked about enough now."
Generational trauma is a topic that needs more awareness.
The book definitely brought out a variety of emotions in me and took me on an emotional rollercoaster.
Craig, poor Craig...my heart bled for him. He was wise beyond his years, and all he wanted was his mother's true happiness. He seemed to be the only one who saw things for how they were.
I tried so hard to connect and feel for Melanie, especially after all the trauma she had endured and the manipulation she continued to open herself up to. I could understand her thought process to an extent considering the circumstances, but at the same time, I found myself becoming frustrated with her.
Instead of distancing herself from the past, trying to heal and attempting to break the generational trauma, she inflicted that pain onto Craig. But Melanie is a survivor and did what she felt was the best at the time, so I did feel for her to an extent.
The book really got me thinking about how trauma can unintentionally be passed onto children, even when someone thinks they are doing everything right.
I really wanted more of their story, so I'm looking forward to the sequel 🤗
The book could be triggering, so definitely check the trigger warnings before reading. If you enjoy emotional psychological thrillers with lots of trauma, abuse and manipulation, then this is a book for you.
It isn't a light-hearted read and will open up lots of emotions. But this is the reality for some people and the book shows the emotions and how some people deal with the aftermath of abuse.
Thank you to author Jay Word for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
January 28, 2025
This book is incredible. I commend the author for tackling such deep and heavy topics.
This book was very heavy, but I don't think it is for everyone. Please read the trigger warnings.
The author Jay Word did an incredible job writing the story of Melanie and her sisters. The reader really got to understand the hurt and trauma they all went through. It not only covers what they went through, but how it affects an entire generation. You really see and understand how the trauma not only affects their future, but the future of their loved ones later in life as well.
As someone who has been going through the journey of healing and addressing childhood trauma (Nothing close to what they deal with in this book) I found myself getting emotional. Stories like this deserve to be told and need to be told.
Thank you, Bookworm PR & Jay Word, for an advanced copy of this book.
This book was very heavy, but I don't think it is for everyone. Please read the trigger warnings.
The author Jay Word did an incredible job writing the story of Melanie and her sisters. The reader really got to understand the hurt and trauma they all went through. It not only covers what they went through, but how it affects an entire generation. You really see and understand how the trauma not only affects their future, but the future of their loved ones later in life as well.
As someone who has been going through the journey of healing and addressing childhood trauma (Nothing close to what they deal with in this book) I found myself getting emotional. Stories like this deserve to be told and need to be told.
Thank you, Bookworm PR & Jay Word, for an advanced copy of this book.
May 8, 2025
Whew. If you thought your family had issues, wait till you meet this bunch. Mummy’s Boy is like walking into a soap opera where everyone’s got trauma, no one’s in therapy, and the family motto might as well be “emotional damage for breakfast.”
Melanie is THAT girl—teen mom, trauma survivor, and constantly cleaning up the emotional mess her nightmare of a mother keeps leaving behind. Mary-Anne (aka Queen of Manipulation) is the kind of mom you need a restraining order from. And Melanie? She’s just trying to not pass her own emotional baggage to her son. You know, basic stuff.
Enter Craig. Adorable little mama’s boy. The kid’s loyalty is unmatched. So is his capacity to make you go, “Aww,” followed by, “Wait—did he just—?” Yeah. He did. And you’ll be clutching your imaginary pearls the whole time.
Nobody in this book is okay. Not one person. But that’s what makes it so good. It's messy, it’s chaotic, and it’s one big spiral of “wow, generational trauma really does hit different.” You’re not reading this for warm fuzzies—you’re reading it because you love a good trainwreck you can’t look away from.
Mummy’s Boy is wild, unhinged, and somehow still manages to punch you in the feelings. You’ll love it. You’ll hate it. You’ll probably need a nap when it’s over. 10/10 recommend if you like your thrillers with extra emotional baggage.
Melanie is THAT girl—teen mom, trauma survivor, and constantly cleaning up the emotional mess her nightmare of a mother keeps leaving behind. Mary-Anne (aka Queen of Manipulation) is the kind of mom you need a restraining order from. And Melanie? She’s just trying to not pass her own emotional baggage to her son. You know, basic stuff.
Enter Craig. Adorable little mama’s boy. The kid’s loyalty is unmatched. So is his capacity to make you go, “Aww,” followed by, “Wait—did he just—?” Yeah. He did. And you’ll be clutching your imaginary pearls the whole time.
Nobody in this book is okay. Not one person. But that’s what makes it so good. It's messy, it’s chaotic, and it’s one big spiral of “wow, generational trauma really does hit different.” You’re not reading this for warm fuzzies—you’re reading it because you love a good trainwreck you can’t look away from.
Mummy’s Boy is wild, unhinged, and somehow still manages to punch you in the feelings. You’ll love it. You’ll hate it. You’ll probably need a nap when it’s over. 10/10 recommend if you like your thrillers with extra emotional baggage.
January 23, 2026
Mummy’s Boy by Jay Word is a raw, unflinching dive into the emotional complexities that come from unresolved attachments and dependence. The narrative grips you not with dramatic twists, but with uncomfortable honesty—forcing you to sit with the darker corners of love and identity that many of us rarely acknowledge.
Jay Word’s writing is sharp and insightful, capturing the ways in which familial bonds, especially when tangled with control and insecurity, can shape a person’s relationships long into adulthood. The characters are flawed, frustrating, and achingly human—so much so that you’ll find yourself empathizing with them even when they make choices you disagree with.
What stood out most was how the book explores emotional dependency not as a sensational plot device, but as a lived psychological experience. Mummy’s Boy isn’t always an easy read, but that’s also its strength: it doesn’t let you look away.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
Recommended for readers who enjoy: psychological depth, character-driven stories, and thought-provoking fiction.
Jay Word’s writing is sharp and insightful, capturing the ways in which familial bonds, especially when tangled with control and insecurity, can shape a person’s relationships long into adulthood. The characters are flawed, frustrating, and achingly human—so much so that you’ll find yourself empathizing with them even when they make choices you disagree with.
What stood out most was how the book explores emotional dependency not as a sensational plot device, but as a lived psychological experience. Mummy’s Boy isn’t always an easy read, but that’s also its strength: it doesn’t let you look away.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
Recommended for readers who enjoy: psychological depth, character-driven stories, and thought-provoking fiction.
January 20, 2026
This book is psychological thriller that puts you through rollercoaster of emotions - from sadness to rage, it makes you feel it all.
There's POVs of 3 generations in the family that give us a portrayal of how the generational trauma works and effects your behaviour, personality, shapes you into someone completely different to what you could have been in a healthy family.
Where Anne was terrible to Melanie, Melanie tries to do everything to do right by Craig and the relationship between mom and son is filled with unconditional love.
Mel's character development, to see her shift into a loving mother from being tied by the controlling shackles of her mother, was beautiful. How Craig understands her mother and helps her with her trauma was amazing.
It is a story filled with renewal and understanding that keeps you gaping for more.
There's POVs of 3 generations in the family that give us a portrayal of how the generational trauma works and effects your behaviour, personality, shapes you into someone completely different to what you could have been in a healthy family.
Where Anne was terrible to Melanie, Melanie tries to do everything to do right by Craig and the relationship between mom and son is filled with unconditional love.
Mel's character development, to see her shift into a loving mother from being tied by the controlling shackles of her mother, was beautiful. How Craig understands her mother and helps her with her trauma was amazing.
It is a story filled with renewal and understanding that keeps you gaping for more.
January 20, 2026
This book is psychological thriller that puts you through rollercoaster of emotions - from sadness to rage, it makes you feel it all.
There's POVs of 3 generations in the family that give us a portrayal of how the generational trauma works and effects your behaviour, personality, shapes you into someone completely different to what you could have been in a healthy family.
Where Anne was terrible to Melanie, Melanie tries to do everything to do right by Craig and the relationship between mom and son is filled with unconditional love.
Mel's character development, to see her shift into a loving mother from being tied by the controlling shackles of her mother, was beautiful. How Craig understands her mother and helps her with her trauma was amazing.
It is a story filled with renewal and understanding that keeps you gaping for more.
There's POVs of 3 generations in the family that give us a portrayal of how the generational trauma works and effects your behaviour, personality, shapes you into someone completely different to what you could have been in a healthy family.
Where Anne was terrible to Melanie, Melanie tries to do everything to do right by Craig and the relationship between mom and son is filled with unconditional love.
Mel's character development, to see her shift into a loving mother from being tied by the controlling shackles of her mother, was beautiful. How Craig understands her mother and helps her with her trauma was amazing.
It is a story filled with renewal and understanding that keeps you gaping for more.
January 20, 2026
Book Review: Mummy’s Boy
Mummy’s Boy is an emotionally heavy and disturbing novel that talks about unhealed trauma, motherhood, and its impact on a child. This is not a love story or a fast-paced novel. It focuses on psychological damage and how past wounds silently shape present lives.
The story mainly revolves around Melanie and her son Craig. Melanie carries deep emotional scars from her own childhood, and those experiences affect the way she parents her child. Her intention is always to protect Craig, but trauma has a way of influencing thoughts, behaviour, and decisions without being noticed.
Craig is portrayed as a sensitive child who shares a very strong emotional bond with his mother. Their relationship forms the emotional core of the book. The novel shows how children can get affected when adults around them are emotionally broken.
Overall, Mummy’s Boy is a dark, realistic, and emotionally draining read. It highlights the importance of healing past trauma and shows how ignoring it can affect not just one person, but the next generation as well.
Mummy’s Boy is an emotionally heavy and disturbing novel that talks about unhealed trauma, motherhood, and its impact on a child. This is not a love story or a fast-paced novel. It focuses on psychological damage and how past wounds silently shape present lives.
The story mainly revolves around Melanie and her son Craig. Melanie carries deep emotional scars from her own childhood, and those experiences affect the way she parents her child. Her intention is always to protect Craig, but trauma has a way of influencing thoughts, behaviour, and decisions without being noticed.
Craig is portrayed as a sensitive child who shares a very strong emotional bond with his mother. Their relationship forms the emotional core of the book. The novel shows how children can get affected when adults around them are emotionally broken.
Overall, Mummy’s Boy is a dark, realistic, and emotionally draining read. It highlights the importance of healing past trauma and shows how ignoring it can affect not just one person, but the next generation as well.
January 18, 2026
A Touching Story!
Writer Jay Word has crafted an engrossing thriller,"Mummy's Boy",which is an emotional tale of the unconditional love between a mother and her son.
The story follows young Melanie who has experienced a childhood where she cared for her three younger siblings Thomas, Athena and Jessica, Melanie, being the eldest one. Mary-Anne, the mother who has a pivotal role in this story neglected the children by not being a dutiful mother. Melanie becomes a mother at sixteen to Craig. How Melanie's life changes after her son's birth and the relationship with her family has so many challenges is described in a well-paced manner by the Writer. The adorable bond Craig shares with his mother Melanie, how he deals with Melanie's past trauma and helps her survive it, is full of emotions and family drama.
Do read this emotional thriller which depicts the love between a mother and her son who protects her at all times. Their story has hope, resilience and healing. A recommended read!
Writer Jay Word has crafted an engrossing thriller,"Mummy's Boy",which is an emotional tale of the unconditional love between a mother and her son.
The story follows young Melanie who has experienced a childhood where she cared for her three younger siblings Thomas, Athena and Jessica, Melanie, being the eldest one. Mary-Anne, the mother who has a pivotal role in this story neglected the children by not being a dutiful mother. Melanie becomes a mother at sixteen to Craig. How Melanie's life changes after her son's birth and the relationship with her family has so many challenges is described in a well-paced manner by the Writer. The adorable bond Craig shares with his mother Melanie, how he deals with Melanie's past trauma and helps her survive it, is full of emotions and family drama.
Do read this emotional thriller which depicts the love between a mother and her son who protects her at all times. Their story has hope, resilience and healing. A recommended read!
January 20, 2026
I hope that no child feels the same as the one in this book but that can only be a wish.
Mummy's Boy is a book that tore my heart into two. Children undergoing so much suffering for the only reason of being born and having no choice in choosing the parent. Melanie, my heart breaks for her, is quite an example of what long term child abuse can do to you. Even though you think you can be better than the abuser parent, there are still so much to unfold.
Craig is a young child who should never be worrying about things like he did in this book. Constantly worried, on the thread of things going wrong with his mum. I feel so much for him and how much he is actually losing in life.
Mummy's boy is definitely something that is needed even today. It talks about the ugly truth yet is meaningful and much needed. This book will you give you the other side of the world that is not as colourful as you think.
Mummy's Boy is a book that tore my heart into two. Children undergoing so much suffering for the only reason of being born and having no choice in choosing the parent. Melanie, my heart breaks for her, is quite an example of what long term child abuse can do to you. Even though you think you can be better than the abuser parent, there are still so much to unfold.
Craig is a young child who should never be worrying about things like he did in this book. Constantly worried, on the thread of things going wrong with his mum. I feel so much for him and how much he is actually losing in life.
Mummy's boy is definitely something that is needed even today. It talks about the ugly truth yet is meaningful and much needed. This book will you give you the other side of the world that is not as colourful as you think.
January 20, 2026
Hey cuties I'm back again with another review🩷
Mummy's Boy by Jay Word is an emotional and thought-provoking book that focuses on the relationship between a mother and her son. The story reveals how love without boundaries can shape a child's behavior and make it difficult for them to think and decide on their own.
The book tells us about emotional dependency, childhood trauma and how a parent's unhealed emotional pain can pass on to their child.
The writing of the Author is simple, to the point and easy to understand which makes emotions feel real and we connect with them very easily.
This is the kind of book which will make you pause and think about parenting, importance of boundaries and will show you how true love helps a person grow freely. It is not dramatic, but trust me it leaves a strong impact on the reader.
Final Verdict🩷
it's a perfect read for someone who enjoys meaningful stories based on real emotions.
Mummy's Boy by Jay Word is an emotional and thought-provoking book that focuses on the relationship between a mother and her son. The story reveals how love without boundaries can shape a child's behavior and make it difficult for them to think and decide on their own.
The book tells us about emotional dependency, childhood trauma and how a parent's unhealed emotional pain can pass on to their child.
The writing of the Author is simple, to the point and easy to understand which makes emotions feel real and we connect with them very easily.
This is the kind of book which will make you pause and think about parenting, importance of boundaries and will show you how true love helps a person grow freely. It is not dramatic, but trust me it leaves a strong impact on the reader.
Final Verdict🩷
it's a perfect read for someone who enjoys meaningful stories based on real emotions.
January 20, 2026
A book that inked the hardships of a child and shows how a toxic parent can scar kids so deeply that the pain echoes in every moment of their life. It captures how the child remains haunted, picking at those wounds while trying to be a parent. The story reveals the vulnerable side of Melanie's life that felt so real and heartbreaking.What I liked is how straight the story is about its content. There are many parts in the book that break your heart and make you uncomfortable, but you still keep reading to know what happens next. It reflects the reality of some people's lives and how hard they tried to live them.I liked how Melanie breaks cycles by giving her son what she lacked. The real touchy incident is Craig's devotion toward his mother, underscoring that love—even born from hurt—can drive us to extremes.It's the kind of book that's a raw reminder that family bonds are messy and unbreakable, but healing starts with choosing differently despite the pull of the past.
January 19, 2026
Mummy’s Boy by Jay Word is a deeply emotional and unsettling read that explores childhood trauma and its long-lasting impact. The story follows Melanie, whose painful upbringing shapes not only her life but also deeply affects her son, Craig. Their bond is intense, protective, and heartbreaking in the most real way. The writing does not sugarcoat abuse, emotional neglect, or generational trauma, which makes the story hit harder. This book is not easy to read, but it is powerful and thought-provoking. A heavy yet meaningful read for those who like emotionally driven stories.
January 19, 2026
Mummy's Boy is my third read from Jay Word, and yet another fantastic take at the complexities of interpersonal relationships. It's a painfully beautiful account of how trauma is passed down from one generation to another, knowingly or unknowingly, if left untreated.
In many books, we meet characters that are on the wrong side that we're supposed to hate but just can't. With Jay, it's the opposite- you'll end up hating the characters to their cores as if they personally came after you, and I just love that style of writing.
This book was, to be very honest, a rollercoaster ride of a read. There were moments when I felt bad for Craig, enraged at Mary-Anne, empathized with Melanie- I'd highly recommend it if you enjoy a read going deep into the psychological bonds between generations, a read that stays with you long after you're done with it.
In many books, we meet characters that are on the wrong side that we're supposed to hate but just can't. With Jay, it's the opposite- you'll end up hating the characters to their cores as if they personally came after you, and I just love that style of writing.
This book was, to be very honest, a rollercoaster ride of a read. There were moments when I felt bad for Craig, enraged at Mary-Anne, empathized with Melanie- I'd highly recommend it if you enjoy a read going deep into the psychological bonds between generations, a read that stays with you long after you're done with it.
January 20, 2026
"Mummy's Boy" by Jay Word is a thriller centered on Melanie's tormented upbringing under Mary-Anne, who manipulates the siblings. Raised amid chaos, Melanie gives birth to Craig trying to parent despite unhealed scars. Craig becomes a devoted protector, becoming a witness to victimization. The writing alternates between viewpoints across generations, shining light on trauma cycles, rage, sorrow, and unease. The writing is not comforting but rather confronting, fircing us to see the situation. It is an emotional whirlwind, showing resilience amid darkness. Epilogue offers closure. The book is a perfect read for those who like reading authentic imagery of the situation rather than the sugar coated versions.
January 20, 2026
When a fault of a single parent affects an entire generation.
This book really shows how much generational trauma can kill family bonds despite of their healing journey.
One of the things I love about this book is how real it felt. There is no drama or villain. Just deeply flawed people passing down unresolved pain. This book also shows how much healing can save generation from getting broken by trauma and relationship issues.
Generational trauma doesn't just stop at one single person, it spreads on to families shaping behaviors and relationships in ways we don't notice. This book gets to the point where generational trauma is serious and needs to be acknowledged not ignored. Healing starts with awareness, accountability and courage to break the cycle.
This book really shows how much generational trauma can kill family bonds despite of their healing journey.
One of the things I love about this book is how real it felt. There is no drama or villain. Just deeply flawed people passing down unresolved pain. This book also shows how much healing can save generation from getting broken by trauma and relationship issues.
Generational trauma doesn't just stop at one single person, it spreads on to families shaping behaviors and relationships in ways we don't notice. This book gets to the point where generational trauma is serious and needs to be acknowledged not ignored. Healing starts with awareness, accountability and courage to break the cycle.
January 20, 2026
Book is beautifully written by Jay Word.It is completely deeply emotional and thought-provoking read that takes you into the complex world of trauma, family dynamics, and the unintended ways pain can be passed down through generations.
The story of this book dives into Melanie and her son Craig's lives, shaped by trauma, choices, and generational abuse. Melanie grows up with a cruel mother and swears to break the cycle but life has other plans. This book was, to be very honest, a rollercoaster ride of a read.
Writing style of Author
It is raw & honest writing feels.
It is thought provoking.
Book Reccomendation:
Those Individual who like emotionally driven stories, must read this book.
The story of this book dives into Melanie and her son Craig's lives, shaped by trauma, choices, and generational abuse. Melanie grows up with a cruel mother and swears to break the cycle but life has other plans. This book was, to be very honest, a rollercoaster ride of a read.
Writing style of Author
It is raw & honest writing feels.
It is thought provoking.
Book Reccomendation:
Those Individual who like emotionally driven stories, must read this book.
January 20, 2026
It is an excruciatingly painful story of generational trauma, which seizes power at the beginning when a mother with a childhood trauma of being abused cannot understand her connection with her loyal son. It reveals the power of pain to be passed on silently through the layers of raw multiple POVs across three generations and how love and toxicity intertwine so painfully. Rapid and uncomfortable it remains, it continues to linger, calling on the readers to face the pattern of damage in order to heal genuinely. A psychological ride with ups and downs, some twists and a sweet ending.
January 20, 2025
This book is full of deep trauma and it touched me deeply. The main topic of the book is trauma caused by the closest family members and how deeply it impacts the whole generation. Descriptions of deep hurt, experiencing our loved ones being hurt, feeling helpless about it and the way our unhealed trauma affects the people who love us made this book special. The book does contain many trigger warnings, so be aware of those before you read the book. Overall, a very deep, dark and emotional book that made me think deeply.
Thank you to Bookworm Books PR for sending me a free copy of this book.
Thank you to Bookworm Books PR for sending me a free copy of this book.
February 27, 2025
Touching story
This book doesn't pull any punches and jumps right into the ugly realities that define some people's lives. I appreciate how Jay spends time letting the audience peer into the perspective of each character. This story is about hope, resilience and healing.
This book doesn't pull any punches and jumps right into the ugly realities that define some people's lives. I appreciate how Jay spends time letting the audience peer into the perspective of each character. This story is about hope, resilience and healing.
March 9, 2025
This book was so dark, intense, and completely addictive, I flew through it in no time. Mummy’s Boy explores the complex and deeply unsettling relationship between a boy and his mother, and it does not hold back on the heavy, uncomfortable themes. The writing was so sharp and compelling that I felt genuinely trapped in the protagonist’s spiraling reality.
I loved how the story built this constant, creeping sense of dread. There were moments where I had to stop and catch my breath because it got so tense and suffocating. Jay Word did an excellent job of making the horror feel grounded and personal, less about gore or jump scares and more about psychological torment, which made it hit even harder.
The only reason I’m giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is that I wished there had been a bit more depth or resolution to certain aspects of the plot. But honestly, the overall experience was still incredibly gripping, and I haven’t stopped thinking about it since I finished.
I loved how the story built this constant, creeping sense of dread. There were moments where I had to stop and catch my breath because it got so tense and suffocating. Jay Word did an excellent job of making the horror feel grounded and personal, less about gore or jump scares and more about psychological torment, which made it hit even harder.
The only reason I’m giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is that I wished there had been a bit more depth or resolution to certain aspects of the plot. But honestly, the overall experience was still incredibly gripping, and I haven’t stopped thinking about it since I finished.
May 3, 2025
A story about generational trauma.
The story is mainly told from the POV of Melanie and her son, Craig. Although Melanie is a better mom than her own; her toxic relationship with her mom and siblings still affect her and her relationship with Craig. The POV from Melanie’s family ties the story together and gives the reader a more complete understanding.
Be prepared for Oliver’s POV, it is heart wrenching. So glad the author added an epilogue to shed a glimmer of light on such a dark topic.
The story is mainly told from the POV of Melanie and her son, Craig. Although Melanie is a better mom than her own; her toxic relationship with her mom and siblings still affect her and her relationship with Craig. The POV from Melanie’s family ties the story together and gives the reader a more complete understanding.
Be prepared for Oliver’s POV, it is heart wrenching. So glad the author added an epilogue to shed a glimmer of light on such a dark topic.
January 21, 2026
I closed this book and just sat there for a while, trying to process everything it stirred inside me. This book is not a story you simply finish and move on from; it lingers, unsettles, and quietly forces you to reflect.
This novel unfolds through multiple perspectives, pulling us into the lives of Melanie and her son Craig while also giving voice to other members of their deeply fractured family. Melanie grows up under the cruelty of her abusive mother, Mary Anne, and makes a heartfelt promise to herself that the pain she endured will end with her. But life, as the book painfully shows, rarely follows our plans.
What struck me most was how realistically the story explores generational trauma, how unresolved abuse doesn’t vanish but seeps into relationships, decisions, and silence. Mary Anne’s presence fills you with anger and disbelief, while Melanie’s emotional neglect and isolation break your heart. Craig, the “mummy’s boy,” is especially moving - a child carrying empathy, protectiveness, and emotional weight far beyond his years, trying to shield his mother from wounds that never fully healed.
The shifting POVs across three generations add depth and intensity, showing how small misunderstandings, ignored warnings, and unspoken suffering can shape entire lifetimes. Melanie’s character growth, from a controlled and wounded daughter to a fiercely loving mother, is one of the most powerful parts of the book. Her bond with Craig, built on unconditional love and understanding, offers moments of warmth amid the darkness.
This is a fast-paced but emotionally heavy read. It’s uncomfortable, raw, and honest, and that’s exactly why it matters. The ending doesn’t erase the past, but it offers hope, reminding us that healing, though slow, is possible.
This book isn’t an easy book, but it’s a necessary one, especially for readers who want stories that reflect real-life pain, resilience, and the courage to break destructive cycles.
This novel unfolds through multiple perspectives, pulling us into the lives of Melanie and her son Craig while also giving voice to other members of their deeply fractured family. Melanie grows up under the cruelty of her abusive mother, Mary Anne, and makes a heartfelt promise to herself that the pain she endured will end with her. But life, as the book painfully shows, rarely follows our plans.
What struck me most was how realistically the story explores generational trauma, how unresolved abuse doesn’t vanish but seeps into relationships, decisions, and silence. Mary Anne’s presence fills you with anger and disbelief, while Melanie’s emotional neglect and isolation break your heart. Craig, the “mummy’s boy,” is especially moving - a child carrying empathy, protectiveness, and emotional weight far beyond his years, trying to shield his mother from wounds that never fully healed.
The shifting POVs across three generations add depth and intensity, showing how small misunderstandings, ignored warnings, and unspoken suffering can shape entire lifetimes. Melanie’s character growth, from a controlled and wounded daughter to a fiercely loving mother, is one of the most powerful parts of the book. Her bond with Craig, built on unconditional love and understanding, offers moments of warmth amid the darkness.
This is a fast-paced but emotionally heavy read. It’s uncomfortable, raw, and honest, and that’s exactly why it matters. The ending doesn’t erase the past, but it offers hope, reminding us that healing, though slow, is possible.
This book isn’t an easy book, but it’s a necessary one, especially for readers who want stories that reflect real-life pain, resilience, and the courage to break destructive cycles.
January 19, 2026
⭐ Book Review: 4/5
I just finished Mummy’s Boy by Jay Word, and this is one of those books that lingers in your mind long after you’re done reading. It’s a deeply psychological and emotional novel that explores very sensitive themes such as child abuse, sexual abuse, and generational trauma, making it heavy to read book.
At certain points, the anger you feel towards Mary Anne is overwhelming ,there are moments where you genuinely feel like screaming, like wanting to hurt her for her attitude towards her kids , her parents and to herself. At the same time, your heart aches for Melanie. Everything she goes through, the emotional neglect, and the way her own siblings treat her makes her pain unbearable to read.
One of the most powerful aspects of this book is how it shows trauma being passed down through generations that actually happens in society. People need to acknowledge how unresolved pain doesn’t disappear, but quietly shapes people, families, and the choices they make ahead in life. It’s uncomfortable, raw, and painfully honest.
This isn’t a book you can skim through casually. You need emotional maturity to fully grasp its themes and sit with the discomfort it creates, you need to be more than just a reader to understand the core of story.
The ending is the most beautiful part. It doesn’t erase the past, but it gives you hope. It reminds you that no matter how dark things get, there is always light at the end of the tunnel.
This is not a fun or easy read that everyone will enjoy, but it is a necessary one I must say. A must-read if you want to understand real-world tragedies better and grow more mindful, empathetic, and aware of your surrounding and society.
Thank you to the author
I just finished Mummy’s Boy by Jay Word, and this is one of those books that lingers in your mind long after you’re done reading. It’s a deeply psychological and emotional novel that explores very sensitive themes such as child abuse, sexual abuse, and generational trauma, making it heavy to read book.
At certain points, the anger you feel towards Mary Anne is overwhelming ,there are moments where you genuinely feel like screaming, like wanting to hurt her for her attitude towards her kids , her parents and to herself. At the same time, your heart aches for Melanie. Everything she goes through, the emotional neglect, and the way her own siblings treat her makes her pain unbearable to read.
One of the most powerful aspects of this book is how it shows trauma being passed down through generations that actually happens in society. People need to acknowledge how unresolved pain doesn’t disappear, but quietly shapes people, families, and the choices they make ahead in life. It’s uncomfortable, raw, and painfully honest.
This isn’t a book you can skim through casually. You need emotional maturity to fully grasp its themes and sit with the discomfort it creates, you need to be more than just a reader to understand the core of story.
The ending is the most beautiful part. It doesn’t erase the past, but it gives you hope. It reminds you that no matter how dark things get, there is always light at the end of the tunnel.
This is not a fun or easy read that everyone will enjoy, but it is a necessary one I must say. A must-read if you want to understand real-world tragedies better and grow more mindful, empathetic, and aware of your surrounding and society.
Thank you to the author
January 20, 2026
“You should heal yourself first.”
Easy to say—much harder to do.
Mummy’s Boy is a powerful testament to what unhealed trauma can do—not just to an individual, but to generations of a family. This is not a conventional love story. Instead, it explores generational trauma, passed silently from one mother to another, shaping lives in ways words often fail to express.
Craig, the young son of Melanie, completely broke my heart. His mother's childhood—shadowed by the cruelty of Mary Anne—reminds us how tragic it is when children are harmed by those who are meant to protect them. No child deserves abuse from their supposed saviours.
On the other side is Melanie—a mother desperately trying to shield her son from the very pain she once endured. Despite her pure intentions and relentless efforts, trauma proves stubborn, deep-rooted, and difficult to escape.
Craig’s love and concern for his mother felt incredibly moving. He carries tenderness, loyalty, and emotional depth far beyond his age. Melanie truly deserves a son like him.
What stood out stylistically is the minimal use of dialogue. Instead, the novel relies on a perspective-based narrative, allowing readers to sit with emotions rather than conversations. After reading many dialogue-heavy novels, this felt like a refreshing and impactful approach.
Mummy’s Boy is an unhealed story—raw, uncomfortable, and painfully real. It doesn’t offer easy resolutions, but it does offer truth.
⭐ A deeply emotional read that lingers long after the last page.
Sequel would be awaited...
January 20, 2026
Mummy’s Boy by Jay Word @jay.word.author
is one of those books that hurts quietly and then stays with you long after you’re done.
The story follows Melanie, a woman shaped by a brutal childhood and emotional neglect, who grows up promising herself she’ll do better. But trauma doesn’t disappear just because you grow older....now does it? Trauma is meant to linger. It seeps into choices, relationships, and motherhood. Watching Melanie try to survive her past while raising her son felt painfully real.
No child should have to grow up that fast.💗
The book doesn’t sugarcoat abuse, generational trauma, or toxic family dynamics. Mary Anne especially made my blood boil like no offence but what in the world was wrong with her her? her actions show how unresolved pain can quietly destroy lives across generations. And yet, the story still holds space for empathy.
Mummy's Boy wasn't a light read for me, some of the times I just wanted to throw my tab across the room because of the rage i had in me. It was very emotionally heavy but nit at all pointless. It not only stayed with me even after reading it but I loved it so much that I am sure I will re read it. It was Raw, uncomfortable, and extremely surreal.
⭐ Rating: 4.5/5
📖 Read if you like: emotionally driven stories, psychological depth, and books that make you sit with your feelings all day long.
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is one of those books that hurts quietly and then stays with you long after you’re done.
The story follows Melanie, a woman shaped by a brutal childhood and emotional neglect, who grows up promising herself she’ll do better. But trauma doesn’t disappear just because you grow older....now does it? Trauma is meant to linger. It seeps into choices, relationships, and motherhood. Watching Melanie try to survive her past while raising her son felt painfully real.
No child should have to grow up that fast.💗
The book doesn’t sugarcoat abuse, generational trauma, or toxic family dynamics. Mary Anne especially made my blood boil like no offence but what in the world was wrong with her her? her actions show how unresolved pain can quietly destroy lives across generations. And yet, the story still holds space for empathy.
Mummy's Boy wasn't a light read for me, some of the times I just wanted to throw my tab across the room because of the rage i had in me. It was very emotionally heavy but nit at all pointless. It not only stayed with me even after reading it but I loved it so much that I am sure I will re read it. It was Raw, uncomfortable, and extremely surreal.
⭐ Rating: 4.5/5
📖 Read if you like: emotionally driven stories, psychological depth, and books that make you sit with your feelings all day long.
@bloomandpage.pr
#mummysboy #bookrecs #psychologicalthriller
January 20, 2026
This book is an intense exploratory book in the depth of human psychology focusing on aspects of emotional dependencies within families. In a confessional tone, story feels like less of a fictional work and more relatable to a personal lived experience. Author focused on conflicts, emotions, damage all created by over-dependencies.
The son, central character, is a person shown who's identity and decision making are all interlinked to his mother. While the mother's character is not cruel but controlling powered with tools of love sacrifice and guilt. The thing that stand out is that the characters are shown vulnerable relatable more closely to normal imperfect humans. Story shows how true and good intentions can also do harm sometimes.
Theme of the book revolves around emotional boundaries, identity crisis, over protective parenting. While the author also highlights how childhood experiences can shape adult relationships, confidence and emotional vulnerability.
This story challenges the old notion of more the possessive parenting to be equated with the levels of love and care.
Recommended for readers who enjoy psychological realism and stories that through provoking. Highly recommended for readers of mental health and personal as well as family relationships growth perspective.
The son, central character, is a person shown who's identity and decision making are all interlinked to his mother. While the mother's character is not cruel but controlling powered with tools of love sacrifice and guilt. The thing that stand out is that the characters are shown vulnerable relatable more closely to normal imperfect humans. Story shows how true and good intentions can also do harm sometimes.
Theme of the book revolves around emotional boundaries, identity crisis, over protective parenting. While the author also highlights how childhood experiences can shape adult relationships, confidence and emotional vulnerability.
This story challenges the old notion of more the possessive parenting to be equated with the levels of love and care.
Recommended for readers who enjoy psychological realism and stories that through provoking. Highly recommended for readers of mental health and personal as well as family relationships growth perspective.
January 21, 2026
Mummy’s Boy was… a lot. Like, genuinely heavy. As someone who grew up in a loving, emotionally safe home, this book felt like stepping into a world where generational trauma just keeps looping with no pause button and wow, it really put things into perspective.
Melanie’s story is heartbreaking in a quiet, sinking way. She’s doing her absolute best to break cycles she never asked to inherit, and watching how trauma seeps into motherhood, sisterhood, and identity was both devastating and eye-opening. Mary-Anne is one of those characters that makes you physically tense manipulative, emotionally unsafe, and proof that not everyone deserves the title of “mother.”
What really stayed with me is how the author shows that trauma doesn’t end with one person, it echoes. Through Melanie and her sisters, you see how pain reshapes futures, relationships, and even the next generation. It’s not sensationalized; it’s raw and intentional.
This isn’t a cozy read, and it’s definitely not for everyone please check the trigger warnings. But it is an important one. Jay Word handled incredibly heavy themes with care, depth, and honesty. Even coming from a place of privilege and emotional safety, I found myself emotional and reflective.
This book reminds you how powerful healing is, and how necessary these stories are. Heavy, painful, but meaningful.
Melanie’s story is heartbreaking in a quiet, sinking way. She’s doing her absolute best to break cycles she never asked to inherit, and watching how trauma seeps into motherhood, sisterhood, and identity was both devastating and eye-opening. Mary-Anne is one of those characters that makes you physically tense manipulative, emotionally unsafe, and proof that not everyone deserves the title of “mother.”
What really stayed with me is how the author shows that trauma doesn’t end with one person, it echoes. Through Melanie and her sisters, you see how pain reshapes futures, relationships, and even the next generation. It’s not sensationalized; it’s raw and intentional.
This isn’t a cozy read, and it’s definitely not for everyone please check the trigger warnings. But it is an important one. Jay Word handled incredibly heavy themes with care, depth, and honesty. Even coming from a place of privilege and emotional safety, I found myself emotional and reflective.
This book reminds you how powerful healing is, and how necessary these stories are. Heavy, painful, but meaningful.
January 17, 2026
I just finished reading Mummy's Boy by Jay Word, and I really can't stop thinking about it, it's a psychological novel that spans the povs of multiple persons in the life of Melanie and Craig.Melanie has a very cruel and abusive mother, Mary Anne and she vows to never let that pain pass on to her son, Craig. However, life never goes as we see fit.
The novel explores the life choices of people and how they influence the nature of your family and the people around you. It teaches you to stop and report the abuse but you also understand that how a small misunderstanding can affect a lifetime and result in peace or pain in the future. Mel had a good character development where she was determined to never make the same mistakes as her mother but Mary Anne still found a way to hinder her peace. Craig, a dutiful child and mummy's boy understands her pain and wishes to have it gone. With main povs of Craig and Mel, we also have input from the evil mother, the grandparents and Mel's siblings. When I finished this book, I was left in a deep thought for a long time.
This is a fast paced novel that leaves you wanting more. If you're into a book that captures your mind and leaves you with lessons you didn't know you needed, this one's for you.
The novel explores the life choices of people and how they influence the nature of your family and the people around you. It teaches you to stop and report the abuse but you also understand that how a small misunderstanding can affect a lifetime and result in peace or pain in the future. Mel had a good character development where she was determined to never make the same mistakes as her mother but Mary Anne still found a way to hinder her peace. Craig, a dutiful child and mummy's boy understands her pain and wishes to have it gone. With main povs of Craig and Mel, we also have input from the evil mother, the grandparents and Mel's siblings. When I finished this book, I was left in a deep thought for a long time.
This is a fast paced novel that leaves you wanting more. If you're into a book that captures your mind and leaves you with lessons you didn't know you needed, this one's for you.
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