Three women. Three secrets. One family torn apart.
A sweeping multi-generational story about motherhood, loss, racial identity, and the far-reaching affects of anti-Black violence in the lives of a Jamaican-Canadian family.
“"Carr writes scenes that are unforgettable ... possess[ing] an enchanting, nomadic rhythm ... This is a memorable achievement, showing us Carr’s skills as an interpreter of the Canadian social landscape, in a tale that both moves us to anger and brings us to tears.”
— Toronto Star
Two women. Two eggs. One switch.
After an egg switch at a fertility clinic, two women must fight for the only surviving baby in a custody battle that pushes them both to the brink.
“For fans of Ashley Audrain’s THE PUSH and Celeste Ng’s LITTLE FIRES EVERYWHERE, this breathtakingly taut story will pin you to your seat. Charlene Carr plumbs the deepest secrets of motherhood with an unflinching eye, while delivering a poignant exploration of how much our hearts can carry. Sure to inspire engrossing book club discussions, this novel will stay with you long after you read the last word.”
— Marissa Stapley, New York Times bestselling author of LUCKY
He's broken. Her world is falling apart. Neither believes they can trust again.
Having read Charlene's previous novels and become totally enthralled, I was amazed at how differently this book began ... I found myself gripped by the plot as it unfolded, and read to the exclusion of all else."
- Betty Anne Cole, Kobo Reviewer
I highly recommend these books for anyone looking to escape for a few hours—not to a perfect world—but to the real world with all of its joys and pain."
- Kay, Goodreads Reviewer