And Then She Fell

Alicia Elliott’s And Then She Fell is an intimate and powerful exploration of motherhood, Indigenous identity, and mental health. Set in Canada, the novel follows a Mohawk woman grappling with postpartum depression and ancestral trauma. Elliott writes with unflinching honesty, blending the personal and political in ways that resonate deeply. The narrative exposes systemic injustices while giving voice to lived experiences often marginalized in literature. Elliott’s prose is both lyrical and raw, shifting seamlessly between tenderness and rage. This is a vital, courageous work that insists on being heard.