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Louise Williams gives just the right snarky delivery of a woman's attempt to find her place in the world. Gemma gave up the baby she had when she was 16. Now an adult teaching history at a college, she never stops thinking of "Baby"--the only name she gave her daughter. Her students are about the same age as Baby would be, and Williams brings truth to Gemma's longing, especially when she meets a young woman who shares the same birthdate as her child and looks the way she thinks her daughter might look at 18. With candid comments about life and love, expectations and reality, Williams gives a full-bodied performance as Gemma reminds herself how well she's managed despite the obstacles. Excellent listening. S.J.H. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: FEBRUARY 2025]