"Red Clocks" is a gripping novel by Leni Zumas set in a dystopian future where abortion and in-vitro fertilization are illegal in the United States. The story unfolds in a small coastal town in Oregon and follows the lives of five distinct women as they grapple with the challenges of motherhood, identity, and freedom. Ro, a single teacher, is trying to conceive while documenting the life of a forgotten polar explorer. Susan struggles in an unhappy marriage, Mattie, a pregnant student, faces an uncertain future, and Gin, a talented herbal healer, becomes the center of a modern witch trial. Zumas combines compelling storytelling with profound questions about the role of women in society, offering a powerful reflection on resilience and hope in challenging times.