Obstetrix

Obstetrix

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Review Quotes: Praise for Obstetrix: "Chilling, gripping, all too real - a perfect thriller with a razor at the core. Kritzer deeply understands - and deftly weaponizes - the sadism of patriarchy and its religious...

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Praise for Obstetrix:

"Chilling, gripping, all too real - a perfect thriller with a razor at the core. Kritzer deeply understands - and deftly weaponizes - the sadism of patriarchy and its religious garb." - Cory Doctorow, author of Enshittification

" Obstetrix is timely, frightening, and deeply satisfying. Wrap it in a blanket and take it home while it's still legal in your state." - Meg Elison, author of The Book of the Unnamed Midwife

"A sharp investigation of gender, control, and the ethical demands placed on doctors. Kritzer's novella is intense, thought-provoking, and worryingly plausible." - Emily Tesh, author of The Incandescent

"Absolutely riveting...I couldn't put it down. Kritzer is very good at tense situations and the ways people have to get on with life when things are challenging, and she's absolutely on the top of her form here."--Jo Walton, author of Among Others

"I loved Obstetrix!" - Helene Wecker, author of The Golem and the Jinni

"Tense yet thoughtful, a thriller that's all too appropriate for our times." - Caitlin Rozakis, author of The Grimoire Grammar School Parent Teacher Association

"Unflinching and utterly empathetic. It is a taut exploration of the guises of evil, who collaborates with it, and the necessity of a sustained, indefatigable fight against it." - John Chu

" Obstetrix is a compelling medical thriller that examines what it takes to survive in a situation beyond one's control. The story tackles trauma, abortion, and religious extremism with warmth and a light touch but also doesn't shy away from the seriousness of these topics. Kritzer has crafted a gripping and propulsive read that's hard to put down!" - S. B. Divya

"By turns grounded and scathing, Obstetrix is the thriller we all deserve to get us through these years. Kritzer's keen eye for character detail is out in full force here." - Marissa Lingen

"An intense, day-after-tomorrow thriller... Obstetrix is worth losing sleep over, and you should absolutely plan to do so."--Ruthanna Emrys

"Chillingly plausible...a tense and timely tale." - Publishers Weekly

"Captivating." - Library Journal

Praise for Naomi Kritzer:

"The political critique is sharp and the mystery is gripping." -- Publishers Weekly on Liberty's Daughter

"Terrific" -- Jo Walton on Chaos on Catnet

"A pure delight...that's as tender and funny as it is gripping and fast-paced. This book is perfect."-- The New York Times Book Review on Catfishing on CatNet

"First-rate." -- Locus Magazine on Catfishing on CatNet

"Bold and absurd and a whole lot of fun." -- NPR on Catfishing on CatNet

"An absolutely charming and incredibly gripping, superbly plotted YA thriller." -- Cory Doctorow, NYT bestselling author of Little Brother, on Catfishing on CatNet

"Wickedly funny and thrilling in turns." -- Kirkus, starred review, on Catfishing on CatNet

"Kritzer's take on a benevolent AI is both whimsical and poignant. An entertaining, heart-filled exploration of today's online existence and privacy concerns." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review, on Catfishing on CatNet



Review Citations:

  • Publishers Weekly 04/13/2026 (EAN 9781250423375, Hardcover)
  • Library Journal 03/01/2026 pg. 91 (EAN 9781250423375, Hardcover)
  • Booklist 05/12/2026 (EAN 9781250423375, Hardcover)

Contributor Bio:Kritzer, Naomi
NAOMI KRITZER has been re-reading favorite books since childhood, and probably still has passages from A Wrinkle in Time memorized. She writes for both adults and teens, including Catfishing on CatNet and Chaos on CatNet from Tor Teen and Liberty's Daughter from Fairwood Press. Her writing has won the Hugo Award, the Nebula Award, the Edgar Award, the Locus Award, and the Minnesota Book Award. Naomi lives in St. Paul, Minnesota, with her family and three cats. The number of cats is subject to change without notice.