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Faced with my own challenges and setbacks associated with forging a career in science, I found this book both insightful and inspiring. Valian puts forth an interesting and well-researched hypothesis about the additive effects of small but highly cumulative prejudices facing women academically, professionally, and societally. Her theories have guided me to a clearer understanding of some of the situations I faced personally, and they inspire me to examine my own biases as I strive to be an effective mentor to my students.