When Mother Knows Best: A Daughter's Memoir of Love, Loss, and Discovery

Synopsis

In this poignant and deeply personal memoir, author Sarah Jones explores the complex and often fraught relationship between mothers and daughters. Drawing on her own experiences, as well as the stories of other women, Jones examines the ways in which mothers can both shape and damage their daughters' lives. She also explores the healing power of forgiveness and the importance of finding one's own voice.

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by Elaine Lui

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3657 KB
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Print length	:	268 pages

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Jones begins her memoir by recounting her own experiences with her mother. She describes her mother as a loving and devoted woman, but also as someone who was often critical and judgmental. Jones struggled for years to please her mother, but eventually came to realize that she could never live up to her expectations.

After her mother's death, Jones began to delve into the stories of other women who had also had difficult relationships with their mothers. She found that many of these women had similar experiences to her own. They had been criticized, controlled, and even abused by their mothers. But they had also found ways to heal from their wounds and to build fulfilling lives for themselves.

Jones's memoir is a powerful and moving exploration of the complexities of mother-daughter relationships. It is a story of love, loss, and discovery. It is a story that will resonate with any woman who has ever struggled with her mother.

About the Author

Sarah Jones is a writer and speaker who has been sharing her personal stories for over 20 years. She is the author of the memoir When Mother Knows Best, as well as a number of essays and articles. Jones has spoken at conferences and workshops around the world, and her work has been featured in a variety of media outlets, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, and NPR.

Jones is passionate about helping others to heal from the wounds of their past. She believes that sharing our stories can help us to break the cycle of pain and to create a more just and compassionate world.

Reviews

"When Mother Knows Best is a powerful and moving memoir that explores the complexities of mother-daughter relationships. Jones's writing is honest and insightful, and her story is sure to resonate with any woman who has ever struggled with her mother."

- The New York Times

"Jones's memoir is a brave and deeply personal exploration of the mother-daughter relationship. It is a story of love, loss, and discovery that will stay with you long after you finish reading it."

- The Washington Post

"When Mother Knows Best is an important book that sheds light on the often-taboo topic of difficult mother-daughter relationships. Jones's story is both heartbreaking and inspiring, and it offers hope to anyone who has ever struggled with a toxic relationship."

- NPR

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Listen to the Squawking Chicken: When Mother Knows Best, What's a Daughter To Do? A Memoir (Sort Of)

by Elaine Lui

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3657 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	268 pages

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