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Vancouver Island author’s debut novel explores mother-daughter dynamics

The novel follows the journeys of three generations of women and the emotional scars that connect them
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K. J. Ritchie is a debut author from Victoria. Her book, The Lies That Bind, is available now.

A Victoria author’s debut novel delves into the complexities of mother-daughter dynamics, weaving a story of resilience and hope.

K. J. Ritchie’s The Lies That Bind, Mothers and Daughters uncovers the manipulative tendencies that can be passed down through families.

The novel follows the journey of three generations of women affected by the emotional scars of their mothers.

While Vivien discovers that she mirrors the very traits she despises in her mother, Joyce, Rosemary works to break free of the familial issues that have plagued her family for generations. 

Ritchie takes readers into the lives of her characters, exploring the deep-seated issues that connect them. 

Ritchie moved to Canada from Finland at the age of nine, and now calls Victoria home.

When she first arrived in Canada, she went through the nuances and seclusion of communication without a shared language, which sparked a curiosity for human behaviour.

Her experiences led her to seek out books as a refuge, and she wrote her first chapter book at the age of 10. 

The Lies That Bind is available for purchase at all major bookstores and online retailers. 

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Megan ̨ÍåMMÂãÁÄÊÒ

About the Author: Megan ̨ÍåMMÂãÁÄÊÒ

I am the managing editor for Black Press Media's Greater Victoria newspapers.
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