She's Come Undone: Female VoiceOne of the most interesting aspects of She's Come Undone is the fact that it is written by a man but is told from a woman's point of view. Because of her gender, it is impossible that Lamb could have experienced many of the difficulties that Dolores faces in her novel. However, Lamb writes with some understanding of Dolores and her pain. In She's Come Undone, Lamb tackles issues often avoided by male authors, including female friendships and abortion. Her convincing female voice was critically acclaimed. Lamb writes about female friendships as if she has experienced them firsthand. His knowledge of the extreme trust that exists in these relationships is exemplified by the friendship between Dolores and Roberta. Dolores tells Roberta about her rape even before telling her mother (Lamb 112). It is only through Roberta's company that Dolores experiences true happiness. When Roberta moves in with her, Dolores finally feels secure with herself and her surroundings (419). Roberta and Dolores each provide much-needed encouragement to the other (422-423). Dolores cares for Roberta during a period of failing health, and Roberta encourages Dolores to continue her education and move on with her life. On the other hand, Lamb addresses the negative aspects of female friendships. This is best exemplified in the relationship between Dolores and Kippy, her college roommate. Dolores feels the need to impress Kippy. He writes a letter that presents a false but apparently more attractive character (146). She is too insecure to comfortably present her true self. Dolores is rejected by other college girls because of her physical appearance. The first person to befriend Dolores is the dorm's caretaker, Dottie. When Dolores realizes that the other girls in her dorm do not approve of Dottie, Dolores abruptly ends their friendship (201). The friendship between Dolores and Roberta also has its downsides. After a futile argument, Roberta falls and is admitted to hospital. Dolores feels she is solely responsible. Lamb realistically describes the guilt that can accompany some female relationships. Another area in which Lamb shows some expertise on femininity is abortion. Many argue that women react to such an event differently than men. Dante says he is grieving, but can still carry out his daily activities. His life doesn't change in the slightest (340).