Three Women
Three Women by Marge Piercy, published by HarperCollins on September 15, 1999, is a work of fiction that explores the complexities of family dynamics and personal growth. The narrative centers on Suzanne Blume, a divorced mother who finds fulfillment in her career and online interactions. However, her life takes unexpected turns when her daughter Elena returns home in distress and her online relationship becomes a reality. Additionally, Suzanne faces the challenge of caring for her independent mother, Beverly, who has suffered a stroke.
This edition delves into the lives of three women: Beverly, whose resilience is tested by her sudden physical limitations; Elena, grappling with the aftermath of a past tragedy; and Suzanne, who must navigate her relationships with both her mother and daughters. The story intricately weaves themes of family, identity, and the struggle for autonomy, presenting a nuanced portrayal of women’s experiences. With 320 pages, this first edition invites readers to reflect on the intersections of personal and familial challenges.
Official synopsis Publisher
Suzanne Blume is not suffering from the empty-nest syndrome. Her life has never been more rewarding. The divorced mother of two grown daughters, she teaches law, has a thriving private practice, and, best of all, has been flirting online with a man she has never met.
But her neat, buttoned-up life starts to unravel when her daughter Elena returns home, angry and unemployed, and her safe online boyfriend materializes on her doorstep. Then, the biggest challenge of all: Her independent mother, Beverly–still vital, still working, still involved with men and politics with equal passion–suffers a stroke and can no longer care for herself.
This is the story of three women: Beverly, whose strong will is suddenly frustrated by a broken body; Elena, whose life was split in two at fifteen by a scandalous tragedy; and Suzanne, who must make peace with her mother, her daughters, and herself.Suzanne Blume is not suffering from the empty-nest syndrome. Her life has never been more rewarding. The divorced mother of two grown daughters, she teaches law, has a thriving private practice, and, best of all, has been flirting online with a man she has never met.
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