Keywords
postpartum depression, generational trauma, motherhood, horror, book review
Disciplines
Disability Studies | Library and Information Science
Abstract or Brief Synopsis of Media Being Reviewed
This review explores V. Castro’s The Haunting of Alejandra as a powerful portrayal of postpartum depression and generational trauma through the lens of horror and magical realism. Drawing on personal experience, the review highlights how the novel offers an unflinching look at the emotional weight of motherhood and the lasting impact of inherited pain.
Recommended Citation
Boyer, A. (2025). [Review of the book The Haunting of Alejandra by V. Castro.] Disability in LIS, 2.
Target Audience (for Reviews only)
General Adult
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