The Mothers
In a tight-knit Black community in Southern California, three young lives intertwine in unexpected ways. Nadia, reeling from her mother’s suicide, finds solace in the arms of Luke, the pastor’s son. Their secret romance leads to consequences that echo through the years, touching the lives of Aubrey, Nadia’s best friend, and the church mothers who watch over them all. Bennett’s poignant debut explores the weight of secrets, the power of friendship, and the complexities of motherhood in a tale that’s both heartbreaking and hopeful.