Many thanks to NetGalley, Dey Street Books, and Harper Audio for gifting me both a digital and audio ARC of this important book by Allison M. Alford, PhD, with the author also narrating the audiobook. All opinions expressed in this review are my own - 4 stars!
The place of daughters in families is something that is not really thought about - until it is. I think this is an important book, although it will hit every woman differently based on where they are on life’s spectrum. I especially enjoyed the portrayal of the kinship shift throughout our daughtering life and as our parents age. When I started this book, I was at the end of that spectrum caring for an elderly mother, so those portions were more impactful for me personally. I have two brothers who were more than happy to let me take care of all parts of her care. She just died and now I'm dealing with all the paperwork myself too. These are roles that the daughter (or typically the elder daughter) seem to inherit without question. Thoughtful, well researched, and a very valuable read.
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