That Kind of Mother

In Rumaan Alam's poignant second novel, a new mother, Rebecca Stone, grapples with the challenges of motherhood while feeling isolated and overwhelmed. She seeks support from Priscilla Johnson, a nanny who profoundly influences Rebecca's understanding of privilege and race. When tragedy strikes and Priscilla dies unexpectedly, Rebecca faces the complexities of raising a black son as a white mother in a world that treats them differently. With warmth and insight, Alam explores themes of family, identity, and the choices that shape our lives.