The Mothers by Sarah J Naughton

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First Impressions

What were your initial thoughts when you started reading "The Mothers"? Did the book meet your expectations or surprise you?

Unresolved Questions

Were there any plot points or character arcs that you felt were left unresolved or could have been explored further?

Alternate Ending

If you could change one thing about the ending of "The Mothers" what would it be and why?

Adaptation Dreams

If "The Mothers" were to be adapted into a movie or TV series, who would you cast in the main roles?

Isolation in Motherhood

The women often feel alone, even when surrounded by others. How does the novel portray the emotional toll of early motherhood? Did it feel honest or exaggerated?

The Role of Men

Men play secondary roles in the story, yet their actions ripple through the women’s lives. How did their actions influence the women's experiences and decisions? Did the story make you reflect on the role of men—partners, fathers, or otherwise—in your own life?

Ride or Die?

 If one of your close friends called and said, “I think I killed my husband,” what would you do first—grab a shovel or call a lawyer? Now flip it: if you thought you’d killed your husband, who would be your first phone call and why?

Secrets, Lies, and Babysnacks

 The women in the story are hiding some serious secrets behind their baby wipes and snack bags. What’s the biggest secret you think you could keep for a friend? And what’s a secret you wouldn’t be able to keep, no matter how close you are?