bookishlucy 's review for:

I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman

5.0

challenging dark emotional mysterious reflective sad medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Complicated

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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I don't even know where to start with my thoughts on this book.
It 100% deserves the hype it's been getting, and while it broke my heart, I'm so glad I read it.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Confinement, Death, Suicide

Moderate: Abandonment

Minor: Police brutality