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gingernutpup's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
medium-paced
4.0
chewbaccachowder's review against another edition
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
medium-paced
4.75
alayna017's review against another edition
4.0
Go see Laura‘s review.
I’m angered about the liberties taken with Henrietta Lacks’ cells and the way that they are still being used today. I think she and her family have not been treated respectfully for the medical research she has contributed to.
I’m angered about the liberties taken with Henrietta Lacks’ cells and the way that they are still being used today. I think she and her family have not been treated respectfully for the medical research she has contributed to.
alexklinect's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
informative
medium-paced
4.25
A fascinating look at the intersection of scientific research and African American history, specifically focusing on the repercussions of one woman’s life and death and immortal cells. I loved the juxtaposition of the supernatural with the natural and the examination of the sanctity of life — there could have been more on these topics. The legality of tissue collection and research was discussed at length, and rightly so, but it was definitely long. The audiobook (very well done!) comes in at almost 13 hours. The tender moment between Kristoff, Deborah, and Zachariah in the lab was the highlight of the book, in my opinion. One or two brief instances of language and some violence mentioned, plus lots of medical procedures and details.
4-4.5 stars
4-4.5 stars
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Terminal illness, Medical content, Medical trauma, and Cancer
Moderate: Racism and Violence
Minor: Cursing
ebiernacki's review against another edition
4.0
I read this book for my Biology class and I found it very interesting! Perhaps it's my slight uninterest in cells and the science behind them that I rate this only 4 stars, but it was surprisingly enjoyable. The ethics behind all of this is so educational and I'm grateful to be aware of these possible dangers. Henrietta Lacks was a fighter and I'm grateful to have read her story.