Mothers and Sons

In "Mothers and Sons," Adam Haslett explores the strained relationship between Peter, a dedicated asylum lawyer in New York City, and his estranged mother, Ann, who operates a women's retreat center. As Peter confronts a young gay man's asylum case, he is forced to revisit a traumatic event from his past that has long haunted him. Both characters grapple with the shared secret that fractured their bond, prompting an emotional journey of forgiveness and the possibility of reconciliation. Haslett's novel delves into the complexities of family dynamics and the impact of unresolved trauma.