Discuss Hepworth’s use of various narrators. What impact does this choice have on the novel? Why does she choose these narrators?

Describe Diana’s philosophy of parenting. How is her philosophy significant to the novel’s greater themes?

Hepworth employs various techniques to build suspense within her novel. What techniques does she use? Why?

Relationships

Brothers & Sisters

Family

Mothers

The Best of "Best Book" Lists

Sally Hepworth

Adult

Novel

Fiction

Guide

Study Guide

Before You Read

Explore The Mother-in-Law reviews, reading age recommendations, and essential genre and thematic details before you start reading.

Before You Read The Mother-in-Law

title

content

Overview

Get ready to explore The Mother-in-Law and its meaning. Our full analysis and study guide provides an even deeper dive with character analysis and quotes explained to help you discover the complexity and beauty of this book.

The Mother-in-Law Summary and Study Guide

chapter

chapterType

section

Chapter Summaries & Analyses

Chapters 1-16

The Mother-in-Law Chapters 1-16 Summary & Analysis

Chapters 17-31

The Mother-in-Law Chapters 17-31 Summary & Analysis

Chapters 32-47

The Mother-in-Law Chapters 32-47 Summary & Analysis

Chapters 48-64

The Mother-in-Law Chapters 48-64 Summary & Analysis

character

Character Analysis

The Mother-in-Law Character Analysis

theme

Themes

The Mother-in-Law Themes

Symbols & Motifs

The Mother-in-Law Symbols & Motifs

quote

citation

Important Quotes

The Mother-in-Law Important Quotes

primaryCharacter

Essay Topics

The Mother-in-Law Essay Topics

The Mother-in-Law

Essay Topics

Related Titles

Featured Collections