Stacy M. (daisyreads) reviewed on 10/14/2011 + 12 more book reviews

This was my forst Chris Bohjalian book, and it left me wanting to read more of his books. Midwives is very well-written, and well-researched. It almost had a Jodi Picoult feel to it, with the twist at the end. I like how two points of view are used to tell the story - the 14 year old daughter of the midwife is the narrator, and the midwife's journal entries at the beginning of each chapter also provide bits and pieces, bringing the story together.

I think that Bohjalian does a great job of showing both sides of midwifery - the supporters and the non-supporters.

Overall, this is a great read and I look foraward to reading more of this author.

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