I was looking forward to this book the moment I heard about it. Katie Ganshert has been one of my favorite authors from the moment I finished her first book, so I knew I could trust her to tackle the sensitive issue of racism with grace, honesty and without preaching. No One Ever Asked is not an easy listen. I don’t think it should be. It is eye opening and heartbreaking. Ganshert shines a light not only on racism, but with a marriage in crises, sexual harassment, and international adoption. Each character brings their own story to the table, and we are drawn in to all their lives, each of the three women’s struggles no less important than the next. I love books that challenge me, make me think a little harder and dig a little deeper into my own conscience, and this one certainly made me do that. It also made me cry. An absolutely brilliant offering for such a time as this.

I highly recommend this novel.

Jorjeana Marie was excellent with the delivery of the story