Bitter Medicine

I recently finished reading “Bitter Medicine” by Sara Paretsky, and I have to say it was quite the thrilling ride. The main character, V.I. Warshawski, is a private eye in Chicago and the story begins with her trying to help out a friend's daughter who is only sixteen and pregnant with complications due to her diabetes.

Things quickly spiral out of control as the baby is born too early and both the baby and mother tragically pass away. V.I. starts to investigate the possibility of malpractice at the hospital and finds herself falling for one of the doctors there.

The book keeps you on the edge of your seat as V.I. delves deeper into the investigation and uncovers a sinister conspiracy involving a women's clinic and a brutal murder. The story has a lot of twists and turns that keep you guessing until the very end.

One of the things I enjoyed most about the book was how well-developed the characters were. V.I. is a strong, independent woman who is not afraid to take risks, but she also has a softer side and you can't help but root for her. The supporting characters are also well fleshed-out, each with their own motivations and secrets.

Overall, “Bitter Medicine” is a great read for anyone who loves a good mystery. It's fast-paced, engaging, and has a satisfying ending. I highly recommend it!