Domestic drama focuses on the personal, emotional, and often intense relationships within a family or household. This genre delves into intimate dynamics, familial conflicts, and everyday struggles, offering insights into human nature.
In Ashley Audrain's gripping debut novel, 'The Push,' she delves into the complexities of motherhood, exploring themes of trauma, inheritance, and the haunting specter of familial legacy. The narrative follows Blythe, a mother who grapples with the challenges of raising her daughter after a childhood marked by her own mother's neglect. As Blythe navigates the blurred lines between nature and nurture, the novel unravels a chilling tale of maternal anxiety and the enduring question of whether destructive behaviors can be passed down through generations. Audrain's haunting prose and psychological insights make 'The Push' a thought-provoking and unsettling read.