msmollygee 's review for:

I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman

5.0

dark emotional reflective medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

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I set out to read this book mostly because I was curious. I had seen it all over social media and went into it with only a rudimentary understanding of what it could be. instead I was faced with something incredibly gripping, emotional and thought provoking. The the concept of identity and community immersed in an incredibly uncertain yet dystopian world is both compelling, heart-wrenching and thought-provoking. 10 out of 10 will recommend to everyone. 

I will say that this might not be everyone's cup of tea however I will recommend that you at least give it a try.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Forced institutionalization, Kidnapping, Grief

Minor: Cancer, Child death, Suicide, Blood