“While the issue of accidental pregnancy might have seemed an old-fashioned problem just a year ago, it's suddenly deeply relevant again. Jiwa reminds us that no such decision can be made lightly, and whatever happens will follow the parents—but mostly the mother—for the rest of their life.”
— The Star Tribune
“The Making of Her sucked me in from the very first page, and didn’t let up until I’d turned the last. Heart-warming and heart-breaking, it is an exquisite examination of the secrets that haunt us. I cried several times. A stunning debut.”
— Sally Hepworth
“Memorable insights are quotable and the ending is satisfyingly true to the ups and downs experienced by Joan’s extended family. Fans of Maeve Binchey, Cathy Kelly, or Adriana Trigiani may find a new favorite author here.”
— Booklist starred review
“A dazzling historical fiction tale about marriage, motherhood and the tender moments in between . . . A wonderful read for fans of family sagas and mysteries.”
— Woman's World
“A beautifully crafted, thought-provoking novel that ultimately celebrates the strength of women. A true pleasure to read.”
— Ashley Audrain
“Bernadette Jiwa writes with compassion and grace about what it means to be a mother, a daughter and a sister.”
— Pip Williams
“Bernadette Jiwa’s powerful debut serves as a tribute to motherhood and the strength of women.”
— Veranda
“Tightly crafted women's fiction, with a sensitive look at love, conscience and loyalty.”
— New York Review of Books
“An absorbing, brilliantly paced book; I didn't want it to end.”
— Roddy Doyle
The Making of Her
Year
2022
Pages
356
Praise
“While the issue of accidental pregnancy might have seemed an old-fashioned problem just a year ago, it's suddenly deeply relevant again. Jiwa reminds us that no such decision can be made lightly, and whatever happens will follow the parents—but mostly the mother—for the rest of their life.”
— The Star Tribune
“The Making of Her sucked me in from the very first page, and didn’t let up until I’d turned the last. Heart-warming and heart-breaking, it is an exquisite examination of the secrets that haunt us. I cried several times. A stunning debut.”
— Sally Hepworth
“Memorable insights are quotable and the ending is satisfyingly true to the ups and downs experienced by Joan’s extended family. Fans of Maeve Binchey, Cathy Kelly, or Adriana Trigiani may find a new favorite author here.”
— Booklist starred review
“A dazzling historical fiction tale about marriage, motherhood and the tender moments in between . . . A wonderful read for fans of family sagas and mysteries.”
— Woman's World
“A beautifully crafted, thought-provoking novel that ultimately celebrates the strength of women. A true pleasure to read.”
— Ashley Audrain
“Bernadette Jiwa writes with compassion and grace about what it means to be a mother, a daughter and a sister.”
— Pip Williams
“Bernadette Jiwa’s powerful debut serves as a tribute to motherhood and the strength of women.”
— Veranda
“Tightly crafted women's fiction, with a sensitive look at love, conscience and loyalty.”
— New York Review of Books
“An absorbing, brilliantly paced book; I didn't want it to end.”
— Roddy Doyle
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