In the Family Way by Laney Katz Becker

Laney Katz Becker’s In the Fam­i­ly Way is a mov­ing reminder of the evo­lu­tion of women’s rights in the US. It high­lights the impor­tance of edu­ca­tion and com­mu­ni­ty in fos­ter­ing women’s empowerment. In the Family Way follows suburban housewives in the 1960’s as they navigate issues of motherhood, friendship, and women’s rights. The book’s plot centers on the Berg family and their social circle, which includes a pregnant teen living with them and a sister who is in a troubled marriage. is a nec­es­sary and mov­ing reminder of the evo­lu­tion of women’s rights in the US.

We will be joined by the author herself via Zoom for a portion of the discussion!

Recommended by Jewish Book Council

Available in Audio or hard cover.