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The Push by Ashley Audrain
4.75
challenging dark emotional sad tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

This is a chilling, fast-paced psychological thriller. Ashley Audrain explores the raw & darker sides of motherhood .. the impact of family history .. when women aren’t believed. While the story often feels like it’s gaslighting you as a reader, I couldn’t tear myself away from Blythe’s perspective. The ending did not feel like a “twist” to me, but instead a clear culmination of each thread. Highly recommend this one.