This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Free Book Program, which is open to all readers and is completely free. The author will provide you with a free copy of their book in exchange for an honest review. You and the author will discuss what sites you will post your review to and what kind of copy of the book you would like to receive (eBook, PDF, Word, paperback, etc.). To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email.
This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Book Review Exchange Program, which is open to all authors and is completely free. Simply put, you agree to provide an honest review an author's book in exchange for the author doing the same for you. What sites your reviews are posted on (B&N, Amazon, etc.) and whether you send digital (eBook, PDF, Word, etc.) or hard copies of your books to each other for review is up to you. To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email, and be sure to describe your book or include a link to your Readers' Favorite review page or Amazon page.
This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Book Donation Program, which was created to help nonprofit and charitable organizations (schools, libraries, convalescent homes, soldier donation programs, etc.) by providing them with free books and to help authors garner more exposure for their work. This author is willing to donate free copies of their book in exchange for reviews (if circumstances allow) and the knowledge that their book is being read and enjoyed. To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email. Be sure to tell the author who you are, what organization you are with, how many books you need, how they will be used, and the number of reviews, if any, you would be able to provide.
Reviewed by Jamie Michele for Readers' Favorite
No Woman Left Behind by Kate Grant chronicles her journey through the challenges of global maternal health, specifically focusing on her work with the Fistula Foundation. Grant recounts the pivotal moments that shaped her dedication to addressing childbirth injuries, particularly obstetric fistula. She narrates her experiences with women suffering from fistula, like Hawi in Ethiopia, and highlights the heroic efforts of figures such as Dr. Catherine Hamlin, who founded the Hamlin Fistula Hospital. The memoir also details her role in expanding the Foundation's reach to hospitals worldwide, including conflict zones like the Democratic Republic of Congo, where Dr. Denis Mukwege treats women impacted by sexual violence. Grant speaks on her personal and professional difficulties, including the loss of her parents and the realities of running a non-profit. Ultimately, the book describes her transformation into a leader committed to making a tangible impact on women's lives globally.
In No Woman Left Behind: A Journey of Hope to Heal Every Woman Injured in Childbirth, Kate Grant gives a no-holds-barred account of her experiences in writing that is both informative and deeply human. It's incredible to read Grant's descriptions of her travels, especially to Pakistan, Chad, Ethiopia, and Bangladesh, where she paints a stark picture of the challenges faced by women, elevated by the tireless efforts of local healthcare providers and international volunteers. Something that I found interesting is her honesty in addressing donations from individuals whose actions are not in alignment with her goal, and her commitment to helping women, which costs money, over the flaws of the donor. It seems small but is so relevant right now and I appreciate that it was approached. In a mix of personal stories, snapshots, statistics, and research, Grant’s unwavering dedication to her cause is evident and drives a powerful call to action that will leave no reader unmoved. Very highly recommended.
