A piercing exploration of familial bonds tested by time and tides of emotion, Hila Blum's 'How to Love Your Daughter' digs deep into the frayed relationship between a mother and her estranged daughter. A journey that crosses continents and decades, the novel is a tapestry of memories, longing, and a relentless quest for understanding and reconciliation. At its core, a mother grapples with the bewildering distance that has grown between her and her only child, once the center of her universe. The narrative, rich in psychological nuance, unwinds the nuanced missteps of a parent's protection that lends itself to possession, an encroachment unnoticed until the bond seems irreparable. As secrets unwind and past actions are scrutinized, the story stakes its claim in the quiet corners of parental love and the blind spots that may lead to unforeseen chasms.