ninaprime 's review for:

Give Me Your Hand by Megan Abbott

3.0

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3.5 stars - Abbott always excels at portraying complex female characters whose relationships with each other vascillate between fiercely competitive and caring. While Kit and Diane are not individuals I'd be friends with, the novel's focus on women in STEM and women's bodies (in the context of Dr. Severin's menstruation research and Kit's sexual relationships) make for a timely and compelling plot. I especially liked how it all came full circle at the end with the revelation about Steve, which basically led to all the events that occurred.