You Be Mother
You Be Mother
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Sydney, Australia • 2010s
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
You Be Mother by Meg Mason follows Abi, a young Australian mother, as she navigates life in England with her infant son. Seeking connection and stability, she encounters complex relationships and unexpected challenges, testing her resilience and shaping her journey toward self-discovery and belonging.
Melancholic
Contemplative
Nostalgic
Bittersweet
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
13,665 ratings
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Review Roundup
You Be Mother by Meg Mason is praised for its engaging narrative and relatable characters. Reviewers appreciate its humor and emotional depth, capturing complex family dynamics. Some criticisms mention a predictable plot and uneven pacing. Overall, the novel is lauded for its wit and heart, offering a thoughtful exploration of motherhood and friendship.
Who Should Read You Be Mother?
Readers who enjoy You Be Mother by Meg Mason are likely fans of heartfelt, witty narratives exploring themes of motherhood and personal transformation. Similar to readers of Liane Moriarty’s Big Little Lies or Gail Honeyman’s Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine, they appreciate stories with humor and emotional depth.
13,665 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Sydney, Australia • 2010s
2017
Adult
18+ years
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