Changeling

Changeling, volume 1, is a poignant work of general fiction that explores the complex bond between mothers and daughters. The story follows Jean, a woman who grew up feeling like an outsider in her own home. Believing her daughter was replaced by a changeling, Jean's mother created a strained relationship that left Jean searching for her place in the world.

The narrative shifts when Jean becomes a mother to Sugar Pea, a daughter with mental disabilities. This general fiction novel examines Jean's fierce devotion as she rejects the judgments of doctors and neighbors. Through her connection to the stars and the patterns of life, Jean navigates the challenges of acceptance and unconditional love. Melissa Diem delivers an honest portrayal of a mother's enduring love and the struggle to find meaning within a difficult family legacy.