In WOMAN, V.P. Evans demonstrates that great things come in small packages. In a collection of short stories, Evans is able to open the eyes of her readers to the violent experiences of women all over the world no matter their backgrounds.

In 60 pages, she is able to explore an expansive range of the incredible strength many women have in simply persevering day to day at a disadvantage which they inherited the moment they were born, both physical and systemic. She makes the reader understand that though the women in her stories are victims of such violence, these same victims are also heroes.

The stories, together, explore the unique experiences of women and do so in a way that doesn’t simply lay sensationalized snippets at the readers feet. After finishing the collection, the reader will ponder what it means to give birth, to go through the awkward realizations of a young girl going through puberty, to be raped, to lose yourself as the dependent spouse, to survive by any means. Perhaps as powerful as what she says in her short stories is what is unsaid. The stories are also about the silences which are accepted among women as their burden to bear. They will leave the reader horrified, angry, but most importantly aware of the danger that women face just for being a woman. Hopefully, it will leave the reader with a desire to educate others and dismantle the societies which drive such horrific acts. WOMAN is a must read for anyone who wants to learn about the experiences, and resulting strength, of women throughout the world.

Pages: 69 | ASIN: B07NS3G5V9