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Dangerous Boobies

Breaking Up with My Time-Bomb Breasts

by Caitlin Brodnick
Rachel Bloom
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After watching too many family members die of cancer, at age 28, public speaker and comedian Caitlin Brodnick was tested for the BRCA1 gene mutation and tested positive, indicating an 87% chance she'd likely be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. She had a preventative double mastectomy, thereby becoming an everywoman's Angelina Jolie.
Dangerous Boobies: Breaking Up with My Time-Bomb Breasts goes in depth into her experience from testing to surgery and on to recovery. With a warm, funny, and approachable voice, Caitlin tells readers the full story, even sharing what it was like to go from a size 32G bra — giant, for a woman who is barely over five feet tall! — to a 32C. Engaging and open, she admits to having hated her breasts long before her surgery, and enjoying the process of "designing" her new breasts, from the shape of the breasts to the size and color of the nipples.
While Caitlin's primary narrative explores the BRCA gene and breast cancer, her story is also one about body acceptance and what it takes to be confident with and in charge of one's body. Her speaking engagements and comedy routines have shown that the wider topic of breasts, breast size, and personal identity is resonating with younger readers.

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  • Release date

    September 12, 2017

  • Formats

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      • ISBN: 9781580056762
      • File size: 6052 KB

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      • ISBN: 9781580056762
      • File size: 6052 KB

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • Library Journal

      September 1, 2017

      Brodnick is a comedian, writer, and women's health advocate. Her memoir of undergoing a prophylactic double mastectomy at age 28 to prevent genetic breast cancer complements the web series for Glamour magazine of her experience, Screw You Cancer (2013). The author is honest about her feelings and concerns as she discusses her family and the decision to have the surgery. There is helpful information about the process, as well as friendly suggestions for dealing with pre- and postoperative issues. VERDICT Brodnick's writing is engaging and entertaining, making this a great book for anyone considering preventive surgery.

      Copyright 2017 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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