Mothers and Sons

At the age of forty, Peter is working as an asylum lawyer in New York City, overwhelmed by his workload and feeling isolated. His life revolves around helping immigrants while returning to a lonely apartment, punctuated by occasional encounters with a man seeking more than Peter can offer emotionally. Everything changes when an asylum case involving a young gay man breaks through Peter's emotional barriers, resurfacing a painful event he has tried to forget for two decades.Meanwhile, Peter's mother, Ann, manages a women's retreat center she established after parting ways with his father. Despite being hurt by her strained relationship with Peter, she takes pride in the life she's crafted for herself. However, a significant decision from her past that created a rift with her son is something she's tried to forget. As Peter's legal battle dredges up memories of his first love and a night of violence that left a lasting impact, both he and Ann are compelled to face the truth that drove them apart."Mothers and Sons" delves into the intricacies of emotional reconnection, illustrating the cost of ignoring one's past and the potential for healing by confronting it. In this captivating new novel, Adam Haslett once again showcases his exceptional literary skills, highlighted by The New York Times as a master of depth and emotional richness.