Melody Sullivan, an angry 16-year-old haunted by her mother's death and a sexual assault, defies her father and embarks on a search for friends in a most difficult place where she is forced to face her pain and the power of love and forgiveness.
Alice Rothchild's autobiography chronicles her evolution from a 1950s "good girl" to a bold feminist obstetrician-gynecologist. She navigates the challenges of a male-dominated medical field, embracing her irreverent spirit while advocating for women's rights and autonomy. Through personal anecdotes and professional experiences, Rothchild highlights the contradictions and sexism she faced, making her journey both inspiring and thought-provoking.