A Mother's Confession: A Heartbreaking Story with a Breathtaking Twist

Four stars for a book of surprises. And the biggest surprise is saved for the end of the book. My heart and soul ached while reading A Mother's Confession, realizing I know people who are so similar to each of the characters. I found that scary while fearing there were times I should have spoken up. Seems each main character had good and bad traits, and I found myself understanding why. I recommend this book for almost everyone.

This story and narration were excellent! Never imagined the twist at the end. Although the story did move a little slow, I really enjoyed Brigid Lohrey's performance of each character, and the story unfolded in a way that held my attention and interest. Also, was quite interesting to see the multiple ways that some of the characters used denial as a coping mechanism. The twists did not feel contrived and were well integrated into the story. Emotionally gripping. Sad story, yet shows hope for the future. Don't give up. Hang in there, because you won't be sorry.

Do NOT read the review titled "A Mother and/or Woman's Worst Nightmare"!!! She gives away the whole book, and even the twist at the end!!

That being said, I loved this book!! Loved, Loved Loved!!! I fell in love with some characters, and absolutely despised others! keeps you guessing!

I loved this book, the narration was beautiful! story was engrossing! with a twist I did not see coming. best book I've listened to.

This book really hit home. I was involved in an abusive relationship, though no where as severe as this one. I could really relate to the struggles to try to make sense of a relationship that continued to go wrong regardless of what you did. I will listen to this one again, and probably again. Should I suspect someone is in an abusive relationship, I will give them this book. Excellent story and excellent narrator. Thanks, Audible!

I reluctantly listened to this book. it was hard not getting angry at the wife for not leaving this relationship but the anger quickly turned to sympathy as the mother in laws character came out. I could not quit listening. Nobody knows the reasons why a person stays in an abusive relationship, or why a person becomes so abusive. Fear for her and everybody she loved was her reason and for good reason.

I loved the Austrailian accents! The voices were great and you could tell all the characters from one another. The story is fantastic. Has to be told. I cried a lot. And DO NOT DRIVE while listening when you get to around chapters 34, 35 and 36. There is a part that will blow your mind and I had to pull off the road to calm myself down! I just loved the ending. It was a happier ending and I can't help but think, what happens to these characters next? I was really enthralled by the book. Excellent!

The voices were so good!

I have to say toward the end around chapter 34 to 38 it was very moving!

The twist of the story surprised me. the narration at times was very whiney and annoying, but also very appropriate to the character being portrayed. I think the narration really contributed to a character in really did not like.

One of the best books!! The story, the twists, I loved everything about this book!

I am not sure I would listen again, but I definitely liked this book a lot.

I love books that jump from past to present. This book achieved that seamlessly. I loved how it built the story of David and and his mother's bond, their incredibly unhealthy bond. I also loved the twist in the story. Wonderful listen!