Mom Genes is an interesting mix of research and memoir with many fascinating facts for the reader. “Part scientific odyssey, part memoir, Mom Genes weaves the latest research with Abigail Tucker’s personal experiences to create a delightful, surprising, and poignant portrait of motherhood,” said a review in Goodreads.com. “It’s vital reading for anyone who has ever wondered what rocks the hand that rocks the cradle,” said the review. It said the book “is amazing and interesting for Moms and anyone interested in genetics and motherhood.” It added that the author “is herself a mother and uses the insight she has gained from motherhood to highlight and accent areas in this book.” “The author does a wonderful job making the content relatable and interesting by using personal anecdote and humor,” said the review. It said Tucker “explores countless studies that examine motherhood in the animal kingdom and the implications they have for our human parental experiences. The research spans the globe and includes an intriguing variety of topics related to maternity.”