Impossible Motherhood

In "Impossible Motherhood," Irene Vilar recounts her tumultuous journey from being a college student in a complex relationship to enduring 15 abortions over 15 years. This poignant narrative explores deep themes of legacy, including her grandmother's activism and the shadow of her mother's death, all set against the backdrop of Puerto Rican history and the struggle for reproductive rights. Vilar's story reflects on addiction, self-discovery, and the interplay of personal and national identity, ultimately culminating in her transformation into a mother of two.