This is probably my first non-fiction book of the year (if you don't count the countless academic texts I have to read 🤭). The title is pretty much self explanatory of what to expect, so no surprises there.

The book is divided into five sections: Hormones, the Menstrual Cycle and Menopause, Timings, Symptoms, Living Well, and Treatments. Plus, it wraps up with a handy list of resources and support for help if needed.

As a medical doctor, I found this book to be a nice little refresher. It’s packed with facts, all presented on colorful, visually appealing pages. It’s concise and clear—easy enough for anyone to understand, even if you’re not a medical expert (or a person who can confidently pronounce perimenopause without tripping over your own tongue).🤗

Let’s talk about the illustrations for a moment. They are absolutely gorgeous! It’s such a breath of fresh air to see women of all shapes, sizes, and skin tones represented in this book. There’s something so lovely about normalizing that diversity—finally, women on paper who look like real women. A rare find, indeed!

Now, if you’re someone who reads about menopause religiously or has already done a fair bit of light reading on the subject, you might find this book a bit repetitive. It covers the basics, and while that’s great for a refresher, don’t expect any deep, mind-boggling discussions here. If you’re hoping for a thorough exploration of the hormonal mysteries that govern our lives, you may want to look elsewhere.

That said, this book is one I’d recommend to pretty much everyone. While the information is basic, it’s a solid go-to reference. We all need a quick reminder every now and then, don’t we? Plus, for the men out there, this book is a goldmine. It’ll help you understand that women aren’t that complicated after all—we’re just navigating a world of hormones that sometimes have a mind of their own. And trust me, they will have the last word. 😉

Thank you to Times Reads for sending me a review copy.