One of the most thought-provoking, gripping and emotional books I have read in a while, this story will stay with me for a long time.

Rotating between four POVS, three middle-aged women and a teenage girl, this novel does not shy away from exploring difficult themes, and does so in a way which is sensitive and informative. All POVs blend together seamlessly and without confusion, in a way which many other books simply do not manage. I found myself entirely attached to each of the MCs and there was not a single POV I was less interested in. All characters felt fully fleshed out and unique, which allowed me to care deeply for them.

This is a novel which will make you think and have you on edge until the very last page.

Due to the subject matter of this book, I feel it appropriate to mention there are numerous aspects which may be triggering and upsetting to readers such as self harm, suicidal thoughts, transphobia, racism, antisemitism and gun violence.

This is not typically the genre or trope I go for, but I was intrigued!
So we start off with the introduction to the epitome of life as a mother.
There are not a ton of books that I can relate to on a few levels, but this one was great!

I loved this book. I enjoyed following the three mums and their teenage children.

There are a lot of situations that these parents find themselves dealing with. This book deals with some heavy issues but still manages to be complex and engaging.

I highly recommend this book to anyone wanting to read something powerful.

Great overall.

Thank you for allowing me to read this arc.

Ouch!! That hurt. In a wonderful, deep, emotional way. This is one reason I read. To be consumed by a story so painful & profound that I want to smack myself & wonder why I sometimes think I have it so hard……Of course, I know this is fiction but the truth is that these hardships exist, even more than we realize. And like most women, mothers, I have ample hardships. Thankfully not to this degree (as of today). This is an immersive story of mothers trying their best when faced with daunting odds. It’s layered & deep & awesome. Painful subjects dealt with in a factual & clinical manner. That’s just about the only way cuz buckle up if we let our emotions drive!!🤦🏼‍♀️🤦🏼‍♀️🤷🏼‍♀️❤️

A complex, engaging and powerful novel which deals with heavy issues. Really enjoyed the multiple POVs different voices and feelings as it puts their stories in a more intimate setting. This book delves into the complex relationships between parents and teenaged children, the difficult challenges facing adolescents with peers/school and coping with the dying process.
One of the MFC is dealing with a terminal diagnosis. I found Crystal to be a wonderful, straightforward character with a huge heart. Crystal and Varvara’s relationship was beautiful and their ability to share humor in a devastating situation was heartwarming.
The mention of Asperger’s and the autistic traits Crystal exhibited was an educational benefit to the story.
The ending was beautiful yet heartbreaking and I was sobbing.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Loved the premise. Tough subjects. Good drama.
Thanks to author, publisher and Netgalley for the chance to read this book. While I got the book for free it had no bearing on the rating I gave it.

Thank you to Victory Editing NetGalley Co-op, D. Liebhart and Netgalley for sharing a advance copy of this book.

4/5 ⭐

I haven't read D. Liebhart's books before, but the plot description for "Feral Creatures of Suburbia" was so interesting, I thought it would be a good book. I couldn't have been more right, this is the first book I've read this year that kept me up at night, wondering how hard motherhood is and how parenting is the toughest job ever. Honestly, I don't know what I would have done in some of those situations that Julie, Varvara and Crystal found themselves in. I wonder whether there is any correct way to handle the problems they found themselves in. I enjoyed reading every chapter and there were times, I wanted to read everything at once because the story was so intriguing.

I couldn't remember reading any memorable quotes, but because it's such a serious story, I could give that a pass. I wish a certain character were disciplined in the story for their views, even though it would have taken me out of the story, now that I am thinking about it.

I don't know whether this is massively overlooked by government, like in the region the story was set it, but I wish for more programs to help parents deal with their kids when they displays attitudes similar to the kids in this story. When a young kid does something stupid, I often think about the parents, but reading this story, it gave me a new perspective on how hard it is to discipline a young kid, how there are no easy way to do it and even when we take an action, we can't be certain how that will shape up their view.

D. Liebhart has now become a favorite of mine!
The characters are so real and their troubles so true to many in these crazy times.
Mothers today and always attempt to put their children first and in this story with three moms, we see the pain, hurt and love that goes into these decisions to protect our kids when it may not be the very best choice.

I absolutely loved this book and highly recommend it for anyone who wants to meet these ladies and their teens.
It makes you think and wonder if we really are doing or did do it right!

Thank you to @Netgalley and @Victory Editing NetGalley Co-Op for this lovely ARC and allowing me to read and provide my own review.

This is a story, primarily, about mothers and their children - some of whom they are finding it to recognise as they morph into teenagers. What do you do, as a liberal parent and decent human being, when your child gets sucked into right-wing propaganda? Or self-harm?

There are no easy answers, as these parents are made all too aware. And however repulsive your child's behaviour or attitudes, parenthood doesn't really come with an opt out clause.

It took me a bit of time to sort out the various protagonists in this story - namely, to keep track of which mother was responsible for (and worried about!) which kid. But aside from that, I found the story compelling.

It had the undeniable ring of authenticity, a tone that anyone who has had to deal with raising teenagers in today's world will recognise - one way or the other - even if you're fortunate enough to have kids who haven't faced this particular set of problems. Certainly a book worth checking out if these issues interest you. It gets 3.5 stars.

These very distinctive voices take turns to narrate chapters as they each weave in and out of the bigger story.
Being a mother is the biggest theme, how you parent, and what you would do for that child.
Friendships play a big role too.
I felt for each of the characters, with their problems, and I liked each of them.
One that might leave you a bit emotional.