68 pages • 2 hours read
Dolen Perkins-ValdezTake My Hand
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez follows Dr. Civil Townsend, an OB-GYN, as she recounts her experiences as a young nurse in 1973, uncovering and challenging the forced sterilization of two young Black girls in Montgomery, Alabama. The novel explores systemic racism in healthcare, the dynamics of power and privilege, and the enduring strength of community and family amidst injustices. This novel contains depictions of racially motivated prejudice and forced sterilization.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez has been commended for its powerful narrative and historical accuracy, with many reviewers praising the emotional depth and compelling portrayal of social justice issues. Some critique its pacing and predictability. Overall, it offers a gripping and thought-provoking read that resonates with contemporary issues.
Who Should Read Take My Hand?
Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez will captivate readers who appreciated the intricate emotional landscapes in The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot and the historical depth of The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead. This novel is ideal for those interested in social justice, historical fiction, and deeply personal narratives.
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Reading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Historical Fiction
African American Literature
Race / Racism
Social Justice
Identity: Race
Relationships: Mothers
Society: Class