THE GIRLS An All-American Town, a Predatory Doctor, and the Untold Story of the Gymnasts Who Brought Him Down

Narrator Elisabeth Rodgers delivers a serious and emotional account of the events surrounding convicted child molester Dr. Larry Nassar. Rodgers details author Abigail Pesta's thorough reporting about the specific instances of abuse that Nassar inflicted on dozens of female gymnasts. Rodgers tells the stories of those survivors appropriately, letting the gravity of Nassar's actions speak for itself. In particular, her portrayal of the presiding judge during the emotional victim-impact statements is especially strong. Pesta's work honors the survivors, and Rodgers's narration reflects that respect. M.B. © AudioFile 2019, Portland, Maine [Published: NOVEMBER 2019]