What A Mother's Love Don't Teach You: 'An outstanding debut' Cherie Jones

In "What a Mother's Love Don't Teach You," Dinah gives away her baby son to a rich couple before they leave Jamaica. Eighteen years later, a young man from the US comes to Kingston, and Dinah believes he is her son. The novel explores themes of belonging, identity, and inheritance, taking readers on a multi-faceted journey through the lives, loves, pleasures, and atrocities of the people of Kingston. It is a powerful and gripping story that will leave readers questioning what they know and where they belong.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 432 pages
Publication date: 04 May 2023
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

An Outstanding Debut





Cherie Jones, the author of "How the One-Armed Sister Sweeps her House," has crafted a captivating debut novel that is both vivid and authentic. Leone Ross, the author of "This One Sky Day," has also delivered a remarkable work that captures the essence of a single day in a small town. At the age of eighteen, Dinah made a difficult decision to give away her baby son to a wealthy couple she worked for before they left Jamaica. However, they never returned, leaving her with a deep sense of loss and longing.





Eighteen years later, a young man named Jacob arrives from the United States to Kingston. As soon as Dinah lays eyes on him, she is convinced that he is her long-lost son. What follows is a series of events that will challenge the perceptions of everyone around them and raise profound questions about identity, inheritance, and the power of love.





"What a Mother's Love Don't Teach You" is a powerful story that brings together a diverse chorus of voices to evoke the vibrant streets of Jamaica, the lively dance halls, the criminal underworld, and the corrupt politics that shape the lives of its people. At the heart of this novel is a mother's unwavering love for her son, a love that transcends all boundaries and circumstances.





Through the lives, loves, pleasures, and atrocities of the characters in Kingston, this novel takes readers on a wonderful and multifaceted journey. Jacob Ross, the author of "The Bone Readers," has crafted a compelling and breathtaking story that immerses readers in the lives of the folks of Kingston. Maisy Card, the author of "These Ghosts are Family," has delivered a gripping page-turner that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.





Camille Hernandez-Randwar, the author of "Suite as Sugar and Other Stories," has created a captivating collection of short stories that explore the complexities of human relationships and the intricacies of the human psyche. Yewande Omotoso, the author of "An Unusual Grief," has written a poignant and moving novel that explores the aftermath of a tragic loss and the healing power of love and resilience.





Gillian Royes, the author of the "Shad" series, has achieved a remarkable accomplishment by capturing the darkness of the ghetto while never diminishing the vitality, determination, and exuberance displayed by its people. This is a thrilling read that will leave readers eagerly anticipating the next installment.





Celeste Mohammed, the author of "Pleasantview," has crafted a poignant and evocative novel that explores the complexities of family, friendship, and the search for belonging. Her writing is characterized by its honesty and emotional depth, and her characters are relatable and memorable.





In conclusion, these debut novels by Cherie Jones, Leone Ross, Dinah, Jacob Ross, Maisy Card, Camille Hernandez-Randwar, Yewande Omotoso, Gillian Royes, and Celeste Mohammed showcase the talent and diversity of emerging writers in the literary world. Each novel offers a unique perspective and a compelling story that will leave readers eagerly anticipating the next installment. The quality of these debut works is a testament to the power of storytelling and the potential of new voices to make their mark in the literary landscape.

Weight: 338g
Dimension: 127 x 198 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780349015545