The School for Good Mothers

In The School for Good Mothers, a young Chinese American mother, Frida Liu, faces dire consequences after a single lapse in judgment lands her in a dystopian government reform program, where her custody of her beloved child is at stake. Within this oppressive institution, designed to enforce strict standards for parenting, Frida must navigate a treacherous landscape of surveillance and judgment, all while confronting her own flaws and societal expectations. Blending dark wit with emotional urgency, Jessamine Chan’s debut novel offers a thought-provoking exploration of motherhood, resilience, and the demands of an unforgiving system.