Would our society ever be able to progress to the extent that it has without the sacrifice of others? Though it is admirable to strive towards complete independence, it is still very common for people requiring the sacrifice of others throughout their daily lives, even if it may be for complete strangers. Throughout history, a vast amount of professions have been dedicated towards sacrifice, especially in the medical field, making it even more common to experience throughout the duration of our lives. The novel “A Death Struck Year” by Makiia Lucier was influenced directly by the history of sacrifice in the medical field, with its main plot being based around 17-year-old Cleo Berry as she sacrifices her life and well being in order to care
