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raerae1919's review
5.0
Sadly this book is more relevant than ever considering events in Ukraine. A compassionate book that challenges us all to speak up about the stigma around sexual violence. Dr Mukwege is an amazing man.
debfictionista's review
5.0
This book was such a difficult read because of the challenging/depressing subject at hand (Rape and violence against women). But It is an important read. Many times I wanted to stop reading (more like listening- audiobook) because I hurt for the women and children whose stories are simply tragic and unjust. As I kept going, I learned so much about the conflict in DR Congo and surrounding countries- straight from the source. The book discusses rape, sexism, patriarchy, culture & tradition, and domestic violence in a way that makes you comprend it in a different light.
I admire Dr. Mukwege and his dedication to the health of women in Eastern Congo. Heart of gold.
I admire Dr. Mukwege and his dedication to the health of women in Eastern Congo. Heart of gold.
kiwikazz's review
5.0
Absolutely worth 5 stars. This amazing man has done so much and continues to do so. Heartbreaking and hard to read at times but this a book everyone should read. The people mentioned are so inspirational, I just cannot imagine what some women go through. I wish we could clone this wonderful doctor!
mnqmariah's review
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5.0
Books like this want to make you go out and do good in the world! Wonderfully written. Topics are emotional but need to be exposed. I appreciated how the doctor explained the tragic events in Congo and stories of women and research conducted not only in Africa but worldwide and how these events of sexual violence have been an ongoing part of history that needs to change.