Book Review – The Bridge Ladies – A Memoir

Now, at 54, can she find a way to stop reacting like a rebellious child to the perceived criticisms her mother fires at her? Can her stoical, disciplined Jewish mother let her guard down for a daughter who wears her heart on her sleeve, doesn’t have her hair done or visit a manicurist weekly, isn’t always dressed up and accessorised meticulously?

Betsy takes to attending her mother’s Monday bridge club get-togethers with Bea, Bette, Rhoda and Jackie.For 55 years the bridge club has been an integral part of the ladies’ lives and friendships. In time Betsy gets to know and appreciate the ladies. She takes bridge lessons.

Gradually she realises that she has gained far more than a skill and passion for the game; she has learnt much about herself and finally has discovered how to enjoy a rewarding mother-daughter relationship.