• Author: Huda Hawas
• Year of Publication: 2022
• Publisher: Fadaat Publishing
• Number of Pages: 142

The novel "A Raw Woman's Fingers" by Tunisian novelist Huda Hawas is a significant literary work that explores the states of many women who are emotionally immature. Consequently, they consistently blame men, viewing their partners as the primary cause of their various psychological distresses, which can lead to madness or suicide.

The author skillfully analyzes these cases of incomplete maturity, dissecting them psychologically with artistic flair. Although the novel may initially appear feminist and critical of men, it actually critiques women for their lack of maturity, which leads to foolish choices and judgments. The narrative suggests that women themselves can adopt a patriarchal mindset, as illustrated by a dialogue recalling Sylvia Plath's mother's advice on virginity.

"A Raw Woman's Fingers" is one of the few novels that delves into the female psyche, attempting to dissect its incomplete aspects. It shows how this lack of completeness leads to distorting reality, causing them to embrace the victim role despite being the source of harm to those around them.