Ashley Audrain
1 SeriesAshley Audrain is a Canadian author who debuted in 2019 with her psychological drama, "The Push," which explores the complexities of motherhood. The novel received widespread acclaim, notably from renowned authors such as Lisa Jewell, Kristin Hannah, and Iain Reid.
In Ashley Audrain's debut novel, "The Push," Blythe Connor, haunted by her own motherless childhood, struggles to connect with her daughter, Violet, suspecting something is amiss. Her husband dismisses her concerns, leading Blythe to question her sanity and reliability as a narrator. Desperate for a different experience, they have a second child, Sam, with whom Blythe bonds instantly. However, a sudden, life-altering event forces Blythe to confront the unsettling truths about her family. Audrain's gripping narrative explores the complexities of motherhood and the haunting fear of inherited traits.
