Lilyville

In this heartfelt and often humorous memoir, actress Tovah Feldshuh reflects on her life-long journey to understand her mother, Lily, against the backdrop of evolving American cultural norms for women. From childhood in the 1950s through her successful career on stage, she explores their complex relationship and the sacrifices made by her mother, while sharing lessons learned along the way. The narrative highlights how both women’s identities and expectations transformed over time, culminating in a relationship rooted in mutual understanding and appreciation.