A review by cc_shelflove
Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez

emotional hopeful informative inspiring sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

What an amazing and thought-provoking read! Civil Townsend is a freshly graduated nurse who takes a job at the Montgomery Family Planning Clinic. When a friend points out to her that the Depo-Provera shot she is administering has not yet been approved by the FDA, she begins to take a deeper dive into its efficacy and potential long-term side effects. Later, something even worse happens at the clinic, and Civil uses all of her might to take a stand. The saddest part about this novel is that it is loosely inspired by true events. The author shares that she did three years of research before writing Take My Hand, and this is very evident to the reader throughout the story. Reproductive rights are, rightfully so, a hot topic in our country. This book will hopefully add to the ongoing conversations.

I also couldn’t help but think of the you-know-what vaccine during that portion of the novel… Do your research, kids.

If you liked this book, check out Small Great Things.
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