Okay book that had a few good parts. There was a lot of slow down in the storyline that effected my rating.

Unfortunately this book was archived before I was able to finish reading it, but I made it about 30% of the way through and it was on track to be a 4 or 5 star read for me. The part I read was written very well and was very informative.

I wish this wasn't as poignant as it was, but here we are. Thoughtful, well-written, and well-researched. I really enjoyed the personal touch.

No Choice: The Destruction of Roe v. Wade and the Fight to Protect a Fundamental American Right by Becca Andrews

288 Pages
Publisher: PublicAffairs
Release Date: October 11, 2022

Nonfiction (Adult), Politics, Feminism, Women’s Issues, Reproduction Rights, Multicultural

Roe v. Wade was decided in 1973. Who knew that in 2022 we would have to start the fight for reproduction rights all over again. What we thought was autonomy of our bodies is being withheld by politicians. This is book shows how difficult it is, especially for women of color and women with little money to have access. Some women must travel long distances and visit clinics multiple times before having a procedure. It sheds light on a situation and what happens in the real world. Just because Roe v. Wade was overturned, does not mean abortions will stop. It just means women will have to be more resourceful and find other ways. If you are interested in Women’s rights, you should read this book.

This book was absolutely fascinating and so timely. I feel like especially in our current political climate, everyone needs to read books like this.

I had the pleasure of receiving an ARC copy of No Choice by Becca Andrews! Thank you NetGalley for the chance to read this book!

⭐️5

My Thoughts:
This book resonated with every part of me. I felt the horror of my choice being taken away and though I might not have ever used the choice, it was still an option that others should have. This book touches on things that are very controversial but it so worth the read.

I really enjoyed how Becca Andrews separated No Choice into three easily digestible sections. I also liked how Andrews balanced history and stories from people in relation to they’re experience with abortion that complemented each other without bogging it down. I very much recommend No Choice as a starter point for any casual reader who’s interested in an entry point on the topic. Thank you to Netgalley and PublicAffairs for an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review,

"No Choice" is a really important read by Becca Andrews about life in Post-Roe America, particularly for people who cannot afford or access abortions. Andrews begins the book with her confession that she was raised in a pro-life circle, but her life's path led her to understand that the social, economic, and political forces that exist in America often necessitate that people receive abortions close to home and when they need them. Unfortunately, the way that pregnant people are treated in this country under the conditions that have been created by the pro-life force often means that the fetus and pregnant person are put into greater danger by limited access to abortions. Often times, it is more than the right to choose; it is a right to save a life by getting access to the medical treatments that they need. Andrews points out the consequences of not being able to pursue an abortion for the pregnant person, and sometimes the life or death choices that people seeking to provide abortion care face each day going to work. Andrews' work is based on in-person experience with providers and pregnant people, and given access to their provide lives illustrates the true consequences of having "No Choice." Highly recommend!

I started reading this just when the Supreme Court foolishly overturned Roe v. Wade, and from start to finish I was enthralled. Becca Andrews takes the reader through the travails of reproductive care in America. Mixing history and personal stories gives a rounded view of how difficult it was, still is, and will continue to be to get an abortion. It's not just the physical process of getting one that struck me...but also the emotional impact of the process. Having an abortion is not easy to do, and yes I speak from experience. Physically, it takes a toll, as most medical procedures do. But emotionally...this book makes clear that this is the area where one never fully heals.
The chapter that really stood out for me is chapter 10. As a woman of color, Andrews' analysis of the way the medical establishment treats women of color is disturbing. Sadly it's something that sounded all too familiar to me. It angered me but it also saddened me.
This is a must-read for any person who truly wants to understand the importance of a woman's right to decide what is best for herself, without the judgment of others.

This book could not be coming out at a better time. I’m usually not a huge nonfiction reader but the topic is very relevant right now and I am trying to make sure I am able to speak clearly on the topic so I appreciate this book so much. I feel like everyone should read this because it is so well written. I will definitely be buying a physical copy of this when it releases so I can annotate it.

This book is CRUCIAL! And it should be used as a platform to teach others. It was so well researched and clearly written by someone with personal experience. This book should be on EVERYONE'S book shelf. Period.

Thank you Netgalley for the advance reader copy of No Choice by Becca Andrews in exchange for an honest review. I went to school for my criminal justice degree and took quite a few law classes. I wish a whole class was dedicated to this book and the material therein. This book was well researched and written about a topic that for some strange reason is still taboo. Athletes kneel during the national anthem for black lives matter and racial equality, but why is everyone so afraid to stand up for women's rights?

I feel like this book is not only incredibly well-written and researched, but its contents are more important now than ever. I loved the way the author separated the book into three parts, and broke down the chronology into something easily digestible to a casual reader. I consider the issue of abortion rights to be one particularly close to my heart, and I can tell it is the same for the author as well., who treated the subject with the delicacy and care it requires. The history of abortion and pro-choice activism described in the book are extremely enlightening and educational, and are incredibly well-woven between real stories of real people who've had to face this difficult decision. In summary, this book is necessary in these trying times, and extremely cathartic.