Books like Handle with Care by Jodi Picoult
Set within the intimate dynamics of a mother‑daughter relationship, the story delves into psychological struggles while foregrounding the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and the ethical dilemmas encountered by physicians.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Psychological Fiction/Psychological Drama
Authors: Jodi Picoult
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