Midwives
by Chris Bohjalian
Midwives by Chris Bohjalian holds a well received rating of 3.97 out of 5, based on 133.2K reader ratings. First published in 1997. The book spans 384 pages.
About Midwives
The time is 1981, and Sibyl Danforth has been a dedicated midwife in the rural community of Reddington, Vermont, for fifteen years. But one treacherous winter night, in a house isolated by icy roads and failed telephone lines, Sibyl takes desperate measures to save a baby's life. She performs an emergency Caesarean section on its mother, who appears to have died in labor. But what if—as Sibyl's assistant later charges—the patient wasn't already dead, and it was Sibyl who inadvertently killed her?As recounted by Sibyl's precocious fourteen-year-old daughter, Connie, the ensuing trial bears the earmarks of a witch hunt except for the fact that all its participants are acting from the highest motives—and the defendant increasingly appears to be guilty. As Sibyl Danforth faces the antagonism of the law, the hostility of traditional doctors, and the accusations of her own conscience, Midwives engages, moves, and transfixes us as only the very best novels ever do.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Chris Bohjalian |
| Published | 1997 |
| Pages | 384 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fiction, Chick-lit, Mystery & Thriller, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.97 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 133,155 |
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What genre is Midwives?
Midwives is categorized as Fiction, Fiction, Chick-lit, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is Midwives worth reading?
Based on 133.2K reader ratings, Midwives has an average score of 3.97 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Midwives?
Midwives has 384 pages.
Who wrote Midwives?
Midwives was written by Chris Bohjalian. It was first published in 1997.
What is the ISBN for Midwives?
The ISBN-13 for Midwives is 9780375706780.0.
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