Women might want to think before they drink, observes Stewart, a professor of sociology, as she presents a compelling case for abstaining in this heavily footnoted book.... Important and informative.

Following data that show that women are drinking more since 2000--encompassing general alcohol usage, high-risk drinking, binge drinking, and alcohol use disorder--Stewart provides a qualitative study that asks "What about women's lives has changed such that they drink more alcohol?".... It is intriguing to read about how women in her study interpret drinking in the 21st century, making this a valuable piece in a larger story about the intersections of alcohol use/non-use and family, marketing, mothering, mental wellness, and social media. Some of the topics covered include growing support for women's drinking, alcohol's impact (positive and negative) on women's reputation in social and kinship groups and relationships with family and friends, and common misinformation about what qualifies as dangerous drinking. Recommended. All levels.