Andrew Krivak’s Mule Boy is, in a word, incredible ... Krivak’s earlier book The Sojourn was a finalist for the National Book Award, and I wouldn’t be a bit surprised if he receives similar honors for Mule Boy. It is, quite simply, one of the most brilliant books I’ve come across in a long time. Do yourself a favor and read it.
Transfixing ... Flawed yet compelling, Ondro narrates with a confessional cadence, recounting surges of memories heightened by impressionistic and evocative details ... A harrowing and immersive novel, Mule Boy fathoms the depths of personal anguish and emergence.
