Julie Roberts Books

Examining the diffusion of 3/4D ultrasound images, this book explores their implications for biopolitics in Europe and America. It highlights the non-diagnostic and commercial uses of these images, their role in the abortion debate, and claims regarding maternal-fetal bonding. The Visualised Foetus reveals the complex interplay between social and medical meanings of fetal ultrasound, addressing the pleasures and risks of fetal imagery for women, the contested nature of ultrasonography as scientific, and the ongoing struggles for authority in interpreting ultrasound imagery.

The narrative unfolds in the aftermath of a tragic loss, as the author grapples with profound grief just ten days after the death of his son. Despite the overwhelming pain, a compelling urge to share his story emerges, blending raw emotions with a sense of purpose. This poignant exploration delves into the complexities of sorrow and the cathartic power of writing in the face of unimaginable heartache.

A sparkling new Regency romance novel from Julie Roberts.