Book Review: Hush by Kate Maxwell

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Hush is a compelling exploration of the multifaceted themes of motherhood, friendships, and family relationships.

The story followed Stevie, a successful thirty-eight-year-old career woman living in Manhattan, who decided to have a baby on her own and returned to London to make it happen.

As Stevie embarked on her journey, the author took readers on a captivating ride through her struggles with IVF, pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum weight gain, loneliness, and drug use.

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Through Stevie’s experiences, the author expertly exposed the societal myths surrounding motherhood and provided a realistic, unvarnished portrayal of what it truly means to be a single, independent mother in today’s world.

What set this book apart was the author’s masterful exploration of Stevie’s relationships with her sister, best friends, men, and father.

The complex dynamics of these relationships influenced Stevie’s decision-making as a mother, and the author skillfully wove them into the narrative to create a rich and layered story.

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The author’s writing style was witty, clear, and insightful, and she seamlessly shifted between Stevie’s past and present life, building tension and giving much-needed backstory, while gradually revealing Stevie’s struggles as an independent woman.

The ending of the book was deeply satisfying, as Stevie repaired her relationship with her mother, who she had believed was her sister for thirty-nine years.

It was a poignant conclusion that underscored the importance of family and the power of forgiveness.

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