Mesmerising New Novel, She Set Him Up: The Untold Story Of A Single Mother By Whitney Love, Centres Societal Prejudice

On The Table Read Magazine, “the best book magazine in the UK“, in She Set Him Up by Whitney Love,after a childhood fraught with abuse, Maria falls pregnant, and becomes a victim of another form of abuse – social prejudice.

She Set Him Up: The Untold Story Of A Single Mother

She Set Him Up: The Untold Story Of A Single Mother by Whitney Love will have readers will not only unable to put it down, but also unable to finish it without despairing at the level of injustice her protagonist, Maria, has to bear.

Enduring a life loaded with hardships and bad situations right from childhood, in adulthood, the heartache of potential infertility is perhaps the hardest mountain that Maria has to climb. Her life takes a dramatic turn, however, when she finds herself unexpectedly pregnant, changing her world in ways she never imagined.

When the father of her child abruptly leaves, Maria is wrongfully accused of deceit and left as prey to everybody’s misconceptions, and must navigate the complexities of single motherhood while enduring the harsh judgments of those around her.

Throughout the pages, Whitney Love delves into the emotional and practical challenges Maria with the intricacies of her relationships, the shock of an unplanned pregnancy, and the relentless trials of raising a child alone. This narrative sheds light on the strength and resilience required to overcome societal prejudices and the often-unseen struggles of single mothers.

This poignant and thought-provoking story offers a critical reflection on the unjust perceptions and treatment of women in challenging circumstances and will resonate deeply with those who have experienced being unfairly judged or misconstrued. It’s a tale of courage, perseverance, and the unyielding love of a mother, offering both insight and inspiration to its readers, highlighting the importance of understanding and empathy in situations that are often misjudged and misunderstood.

A truly remarkable read and an outstanding debut piece of fiction, the author beautifully captures the ripple effects of those societal taboos ever present and lurking in the shadows. She has also created a protagonist whose resilience and fortitude jumps from the page. And whilst a hugely captivating novel, Whitney Love’s biggest achievement is perhaps in highlighting the need to put to rest all those prejudices that still plague our supposedly progressive society.   

Whitney Love

At its core, this narrative is an exploration of the intricate dynamics of relationships, the challenges of infertility issues, and the realities of single parenthood. It’s a poignant tale that highlights the often unfair perceptions faced by women in complex situations.

The book is an enlightening and thought-provoking read, offering a fresh perspective on the struggles and resilience of women. It’s an essential read not only for those who have faced similar challenges but for anyone interested in understanding the profound impacts of societal judgments and the strength it takes to rise above them.

-Whitney Love

Whitney Love is a wife, mother and best known for her love of animals. The great outdoors is a space where she finds a lot of inspiration.

Whitney always dreamed of becoming an author from a very young age, keen to story tell on topics that would challenge her readers to see varying degrees of life and enable them to imagine what that could potentially mean for someone else. Her dream of writing has now come to life through the debut of She Set Him Up. 

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