"Moonbath" by Yanick Lahens is a captivating novel that intertwines the stories of four generations of women in a Haitian family. The narrative begins with Cétoute Olmène Thérèse, who is found bleeding and injured on a beach. Her memories guide the reader through the complex relationships and challenges faced by her ancestors, particularly her grandmother Olmène. Olmène, a young woman, is courted by the powerful Tertulien Mésidor, leading to a tragic chain of events marked by hope, magic, and despair. Lahens, one of Haiti's most renowned authors, uses her voice to reflect on the political and economic turmoil that impacts the lives of these women. The novel, which won the Prix Fémina, offers a profound and emotional narrative about identity, family, and fate.