"The Perfect Mother" by Toshika Masaki Price: ¥759 #ToshikaMasaki #Books #BOOK #Bunko #Literature #Novel After repeated miscarriages, Chikako finally gives birth to her beloved son, who tragically drowns in a pond. In the depths of despair, the mother decides to "rebirth" her son. She names her brother after her sister, who was born on the same day, and celebrates his birthday every year with a cake and candles representing his age. The husband is terrified by his wife's madness, but Chikako continues to strive for a distorted "perfect mother." Meanwhile, a letter arrives that reads, "Is your child happy?" Mother's love is the greatest mystery.