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Title: Mother-daughter relationship at its most complex
Review: The book explores the complexities of the mother daughter relationship as well as the downfall of the foster care system. Astrid (a 13 year old girl) is shown going through many foster care experiences after her mother is sent to jail for killing her lover. Throughout a span of years, Astrid grows and changes with the help of the various characters she meets in the system. She grows and changes but always hears the voice of her mother. No matter how much time has passed or how much has happened, Astrid says "my compass always points west" toward her mother. Wonderful novel showing how evern the most beautiful things can be the most poisonous and deadly. Highly recommend!!
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