52 pages • 1 hour read
Mary MonroeMrs. Wiggins
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Mrs. Wiggins by Mary Monroe follows a woman, Maggie Wiggins, navigating life in 1930s Alabama. Amidst societal and personal challenges, she faces complex relationships and secrets. This engaging narrative highlights resilience and determination while exploring themes of family, community, and survival during a turbulent era.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Mrs. Wiggins by Mary Monroe is praised for its engaging storytelling and complex characters. Readers appreciate the historical setting and intricate plot twists. However, some find the pacing uneven and feel that certain character motivations lack depth. Overall, it's a compelling read that successfully weaves drama with social themes.
Who Should Read Mrs. Wiggins?
Readers who enjoy Mrs. Wiggins by Mary Monroe likely appreciate dramatic, character-driven stories set in historical contexts, much like those in The Color Purple by Alice Walker and The Help by Kathryn Stockett, delving into themes of resilience, family, and social change, with strong female protagonists.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
History: World
Historical Fiction
Romance
Humor
Emotions/Behavior: Love
Relationships: Family
Identity: Race
Great Depression