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“Mother, Nature: A 5,000-Mile Journey to Discover if a Mother and Son Can Survive Their Differences” By Jedidiah Jenkins

📕 Edition: eBook & Audiobook

This heartfelt memoir took me on an emotional 5,000-mile journey, just like the author and his mother, Barbara. As someone raised in a religious household, I deeply connected with the themes of faith and family that permeate this book.

Jenkins beautifully weaves a story of love and differences, taking us on a trip through the American landscape and the complexities of human relationships. I was captivated by the exploration of how beliefs can pull families apart but also how shared passions and experiences can bring them closer.

The bond between Jedidiah and his mother is both touching and thought-provoking. The journey to retrace the steps of Barbara's iconic walk across America in the '70s is a wonderful backdrop for their evolving relationship.

👩‍👦 As they grapple with their disagreements, the story delves into universal questions of family, boundaries, and standing up for oneself. This book is a tender and profound meditation on love and resilience.

Jenkins offers a moving and relatable narrative that reminds us of the enduring power of family bonds despite our differences. 🌟

Thank you @NetGalley , Jedidiah Jenkins and @Convergent_Books for providing me with this ARC.