I agree with the 1999 2 star review - this is not well-written, and it is not clear what it strives to accomplish. It fails to be particularly informative, inspiring, accurate or comforting - instead I found it at times alarming, and mostly annoying. I also note that many of the more positive reviews of this book appear to be posted by friends/neighbors/associates of the author.A far better guide to hysterectomy, which I highly recommend to anyone considering the procedure, isThe Essential Guide to Hysterectomy- and if fibroids are a concern, you should also readWhat Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Fibroids: New Techniques and Therapies--Including Breakthrough Alternatives to Hysterectomy