Fiction. Anthology. In this moving and poignant collection of short stories by a broad and vibrant group of American women writers, mothers and daughters describe their conflicts and consolations, their trusts and mistrusts, their loves and hates. This multi-cultural collection of short stories explores an ancient relationship with fresh vision and insight. Utilizing a range of short story genres and incorporating diverse perspectives, these stories explore the maternal bonds between women and investigate the practice of family, exposing the complicated, bittersweet truths of women's intergenerational relationships.