Still Born

"Still Born" by Guadalupe Nettel, narrated by Rachel Schwab, is a thought-provoking novel shortlisted for the 2023 International Booker Prize. It explores the intertwined lives of two independent women, Alina and Laura, as they navigate their differing choices about motherhood in their mid-thirties. Alina's unexpected pregnancy draws them closer, prompting both to confront their complex emotions and the evolving dynamics of friendship and community. Through insightful prose, Nettel delves into the nuances of maternal ambivalence and the contradictions in women's experiences.