I need a book

As you already know, if you have read my previous article on Ann Morgan’s book ‘Beside Myself'(https://ineedabook.blog/2024/02/22/ann-morgans-beside-myself-from-intriguing-to-disturbing-2/), I have a certain attraction to disturbing books. Those books where you can’t easily empathize with the protagonist from the start, you don’t understand if he’s actually reliable and somehow, you don’t like him or her (as in this case). And above all, it doesn’t convince you.

This is thanks to the skill of the author, Jenn Ashworth, who brings us into the unstable mind of the protagonist, Annie Fairhurst. The woman is like a swing that continually goes up and down swinging between a crescendo of conflicting and often conflicting emotions. In fact, until the end the reader is unable to identify with her, because if sometimes she seems like a poor sacrificial victim of her beliefs or rather illusions, on the other hand you would like to stop her and have her treated by a good one.

Here this novel pleasantly disturbs the reader who does not make a pact of trust with his love, but rather reads every page with one breath in the hope of finally finding a (good) sense to what he is reading. An captivating and brilliant reading, which deserves the attention of the most psychologically curious.

About the author

Jenn Ashworth is a British author known for her contemporary fiction novels. She was born in 1982 in Preston, Lancashire, England. Ashworth studied English Literature at Cambridge University and Creative Writing at the University of Manchester.

Her debut novel, “A Kind of Intimacy,” published in 2009, received critical acclaim and won a Betty Trask Award. The novel explores themes of loneliness, obsession, and the complexities of human relationships. Ashworth’s writing style often delves into the psychological depths of her characters, creating narratives that are both compelling and thought-provoking.

Since her debut, Ashworth has published several other novels, including “Cold Light” (2011), “The Friday Gospels” (2013), “Fell” (2016), and “Ghosts of the Theatre” (2021). Her works have been praised for their lyrical prose, rich characterizations, and exploration of dark and haunting themes.

In addition to her novels, Ashworth has written short stories and essays for various publications. She is also known for her involvement in the literary community, participating in events such as book festivals and writing workshops.

Overall, Jenn Ashworth is recognized as a talented and versatile author whose works resonate with readers through their exploration of the human condition and the complexities of life.