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“All of it had brought them closer to who they were, who they’d always been. Mother and daughter. Their essential, immutable bond—fragile enough to snap at a harsh word a long time ago, durable enough to survive death itself” IYAK

It’s terrible to see how battered woman syndrome can drown away all sense of one’s self and of one’s role as a mother. Idk how Leni and Mama can manage not to say a word to crazy Ernt. If I were in their shoes, I wouldn’t be able to keep my mouth shut and the story would end right around the first beating 🥊 like please take him to prison already, Large Marge!

I love the scenery and vibe this book gives. Great for slow calm nights where I’m not in the mood for anything intense. Some parts family drama and some parts coming of age