The story spins around the life of the freedom-fighter, Magfar Ahmed Chowdhury, also known as Azad and his mother.

Nonetheless, Shafia does not lose hope and carries on searching for him, as the dead body is never found.

In addition to being a highly acclaimed title in the original language, the English translation of Maa, Freedom's Mother, was the debut novel brought out by Palimpsest Publishing.

The Indian Express noted the release of the book, describing it as: "Set against the backdrop of the Bangladesh War, it is a compelling story of love and betrayal and the human cost of conflict.

"[3] Heena Khan from The Hindu Business Line praised the narrative as underlining "personal tragedies with historical accuracy.