infertility

In 2036 New Jersey, when teens are expected to become fanatically religious wives and mothers or high-priced Surrogettes for couples made infertile by a widespread virus, sixteen-year-old identical twins Melody and Harmony find in one another the courage to believe they have choices.

Argues that recent advances in infertility treatment has led to the commercialization of children and that the field should be regulated by the government.

Examines how modern technology is used to create artificial pregnancies and explores the social and cultural issues surrounding this issue. Features full-color photographs, a glossary, and further reading sources.

Provides information about in-vitro fertilization, explaining what it is and how it has been used to help people with fertility problems, and discusses some of the ethical objections people have to the process.