When Madeline Was Young

When Madeline, the wife of Aaron Maciver, sustains brain damage that leaves her with the mind of a six-year-old, her family navigates the challenges of caregiving and love across the years. Narrated by Aaron’s son, Mac, this story explores the evolving dynamics of family, relationships, and the enduring bonds that shape their lives through decades of change. Jane Hamilton delicately examines themes of childhood, rivalry, and the complexities of marriage within a unique family story.