Kelli has a book recommendation for you. She writes:
I’m slowly coming to change my book preference from thriller killers to “historical” or books set in another time that dealt with a topic that was controversial at times or a topic that was taboo. This book is The Mad Wife by Meagan Church.
This book deals with postpartum depression/psychosis and tells the story of a lady who suffers from it. The story is told through her impression of things. In the end there is a big twist which helps you see how much the postpartum depression has affected her life and those around her. Overall, I really enjoyed this book and will def be looking for more titles by this author. And if you have any other suggestions of books that may be similar, be sure
Here is what Amazon had to say:
They called it hysteria. She called it survival.
Lulu Mayfield has spent the last five years molding herself into the perfect 1950s housewife. Despite the tragic memories that haunt her and the weight of exhausting expectations, she keeps her husband happy, her household running, and her gelatin salads the talk of the neighborhood. But after she gives birth to her second child, Lulu’s carefully crafted life begins to unravel.
When a new neighbor, Bitsy, moves in, Lulu suspects that something darker lurks behind the woman’s constant smile. As her fixation on Bitsy deepens, Lulu is drawn into a web of unsettling truths that threaten to expose the cracks in her own life. The more she uncovers about Bitsy, the more she questions everything she thought she knew―and soon, others begin questioning her sanity. But is Lulu truly losing her mind? Or is she on the verge of discovering a reality too terrifying to accept?
In the vein of The Bell Jar and The Hours, The Mad Wife weaves domestic drama with psychological suspense, so poignant and immersive, you won’t want to put it down.
Amazon readers gave it 4.1 stars saying: Customers find the book compelling and say it kept them hooked with every chapter. Moreover, they appreciate its emotional depth, with one review highlighting its powerful portrayal of grief, and another noting its fresh storyline set in the mid-1950s. Additionally, the writing style receives positive feedback, with one customer specifically praising how well it captures the 1950s era. However, the pacing receives mixed reactions, with several customers describing it as a fast read.
Kelli liked the book and found it interesting.
You can find the book HERE if you are inclined.