Undue Burden: Life and Death Decisions in Post-Roe America

Health policy journalist Luthra examines the impact of overturning Roe v. Wade, presenting the narrative through real stories and providing insights into policies and politics. Luthra makes it clear that in the continuum of healthcare, facing pregnancy without the ability to discuss all options means that patients lose. Good doctors need extensive training to manage high-risk pregnancies, and the fear of criminality will drive them to practice elsewhere. Denying medical care based on political decisions impacts everyone. As with most nuanced topics, there are plenty of gray areas, detailing unintended consequences unfolding across the country. Narrator Suehyla El-Attar Young navigates these difficult topics with a balanced approach, avoiding being overwhelmed by the intense emotions of the individuals whose stories she narrates. Her empathetic tone and straightforward delivery serve the complex topic well. Despite occasionally being bogged down by repetition, this tough book makes for powerful listening.