Demystify Tribune’s Book Reviews — The Forgotten Daughter By Joanna Goodman | #5

Marium Asad, April 26th, 2023

The Forgotten Daughter is a wonderful piece of historical fiction that still resonates in the modern era. The book is very-well written, however a bit of a difficult read for some as it alludes to serious topics surrounding a real-life terrorist attack that occurred back in 1970. Using two different perspectives to tell the story, Goodman brings us a wonderful masterpiece.

For many readers during the wintertime, there’s nothing like a cozy book that revolves around ideas relating to relationships, love, and rehabilitation. Joanna Goodman’s book is no exception, as it follows the story of a Duplessis Orphan seeking remittance for the horrors she was subject to; and her friend, a reckless, strong-headed woman finding love. However, The Forgotten Daughter does a great job making us question how the political divide affects the people around us. Throughout the novel, activism is regarded as a community binding tool — however, a politically inept one. In the wake of a new political divide and hostility, Goodman asks us a timeless question, one which to date has no definite answer: Should political biases affect love, and to what extent is it possible in this day and age? Although the question remains unanswered, Goodman chooses to remain optimistic, and leave the impression that every individual can shape their own answer to the question.