This powerful and unflinching novel tells the story of a young mother who, ravaged by desperation and fear, commits a heinous crime: she throws her newborn baby into a pit toilet, unable to cope with the reality of her unwanted pregnancy. The consequences are immediate and devastating. The supposed father of the baby, consumed by anger and disgust, turns against her, as does the community, who condemn her for her actions. But perhaps most devastating is the rejection by her own mother, who cannot come to terms with her daughter's crime. The weight of their collective loathing sends the young mother spiralling into a dark abyss. She is arrested, tried, and incarcerated, sentenced to years behind bars for her crime. As she navigates the harsh realities of prison life, she is forced to confront the gravity of her actions and the harm she has caused. But it is in this darkest of places that she begins to find a glimmer of hope. Will she find redemption? Can she ever forgive herself? And what of the child she left behind? This novel is a painful exploration of the human condition, a timely examination of the choices we make, and the consequences that follow. It's a story of shame, guilt, and ultimately, the possibility of healing and forgiveness.
