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Jan 22, 2013
Mary
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it was ok
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the first 100 pages or so were great...and then it just dragged. I learned a lot, but didn't enjoy reading on and on about her family. In the end, I'm glad I read it, but I wouldn't recommend it.
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This is so superbly written. A wonderful story intertwining science, history, and biography.
Oct 31, 2012
Dana Berglund
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Very interesting and thought provoking book about medical ethics, racism, personal responsibility, and legacy. It seems to be popping up in different media and conversations everywhere, so I was glad to finally understand what it was all about. I raged to friends who would listen about the inequity and injustice involved, but was left with many questions about how the medical professions/industry continues to treat human cells. The author has many resources and more information on her website, w
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Fascinating
