There has been a lot of buzz around this this book so as soon as I received and advanced reader's copy I was eager to star the book. I finished it quickly, I think within 3 or 4 days. It clearly captured my attention. I enjoy reading thrillers and mysteries.

The main character in the story are a mother (Blythe), a husband (Fox), a daughter (Violet), and a son Sam. Blythe is struggling being a mom and connecting to her daughter Violet. Is she suffering from postpartum depression - the doctors and therapists say not. She continues to struggles with trying to figure out how to be a good mom to Violet. She wonders what is wrong with her and eventually decides to something to do with Violet. terrorize and bully children. Everyone says Violet is a normal healthy child who is just a little smart than some of other kids her age. Is it Blythe? or is Violet who are "off" . Is Blythe crazy and unable to be a good mother because her of traumatic childhood. She comes from a long line of women who were bad mothers. Is this just the continuity of of disfunction in her family and Violet is the victim.

It was suspenseful, a bit of psychological thriller fortunately it didn't keep me up at night except the last night as I was keen to find out the ending..

Wow. Read this book in one sitting. Such a heartbreaking story of generational traumas beautifully written. I felt a connection to Blythe my heart aching for her. The ending caught me off guard and holding my breath. I was left wanting more of her story and hoping for a continuation. Thank you netgalley for this incredible novel.

Don't tell my boss, but this book was the reason I was 20 minutes late for work. I thought I had left enough time to finish the book in the morning, but that didn't happen and I couldn't wait to find out. Loved the character development and this was an amazing plot. The ending was unexpected and left me with a gasp (and a bit pissy when I realized that was the end, but that was because I wanted to know more!) I highly recommend this book and look forward to reading more by the author. Thanks NetGalley for the copy.

A very thought-provoking read, right up to the very end. She shows the challenges of motherhood, especially after generations of abusive childhoods.
A very gripping story.

Thanks to #Penguin Random House Canada and #NetGalley for an advance copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review.

This is a gripping and enthralling story of flawed mothers across three generations and the impact that each has on the lives of their children......or do they? Is it nature or nurture that shapes children? Is motherhood something “natural’ to women or does society create false expectations of women? What are the consequences of these expectations on women, men, and families’? Ashley Audrain does an excellent job exploring these issues in a taut, well-written novel. The writing is crisp and each chapter pulls you further and further into the story. I can see why this book has gotten so much advance praise and it is well-deserving of the accolades. Look for The Push when it releases on Jan 5 2021. It’ll be a great way to start the new year!

Thanks to Penguin Random House Canada and Netgalley for an advance copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review.

I've just finished The Push and it was SO good, I can tell that long after I'm done, I'll still be thinking about it. The characters were vivid and so real, it was brilliantly plotted, and the ending scene is burned into my memory. It definitely needs to be on your list for reading early in 2021.

Wow... just wow. This book was captivating from page 1 to 319. Prepare yourselves people, this is a book you don’t want to miss out on!! 5/5