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The war is over, but in this world made for men can she carve her own path?
'A richly detailed historical drama' USA Today
1865. The American Civil War has just ended.
When Vita Tenney's father tells her she must abandon her dream of becoming a doctor and get married instead, she looks for a means of escape - and finds one in war veteran Jacob Culhane. Damaged by
what he's seen in battle and with all his family gone, Jacob is seeking a new start. Then he meets Vita
and together they hatch a plan. But even the best plans have unexpected consequences . . .
Sweeping and atmospheric, The Physician's Daughter is a compelling story of ambition, betrayal and love
and of two people trying to make their way in a world that is struggling to escape its past.
'Vividly realised, and impeccably researched, with a determined female lead'
Kayte Nunn, author of The Botanist's Daughter
'Historical fiction at its best' Tracy Rees, author of The Rose Garden
Readers love The Physician's Daughter
'For women who decide not to take "no" as the final answer'
'Exceptionally detailed and atmospheric'
'A page turner . . . I read it in a day'
'A must for all fans of historical drama'
'Phenomenal'
About the author
Martha Conway has been nominated for an Edgar Award and won the North American Book Award for Best Historical Fiction. She teaches creative writing for Stanford University's Continuing Studies Program. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, she is one of seven sisters. She now lives in San Francisco with her family.
Summary
The war is over, but in this world made for men can she carve her own path?
'A richly detailed historical drama' USA Today
1865. The American Civil War has just ended.
When Vita Tenney's father tells her she must abandon her dream of becoming a doctor and get married instead, she looks for a means of escape - and finds one in war veteran Jacob Culhane. Damaged by
what he's seen in battle and with all his family gone, Jacob is seeking a new start. Then he meets Vita
and together they hatch a plan. But even the best plans have unexpected consequences . . .
Sweeping and atmospheric, The Physician's Daughter is a compelling story of ambition, betrayal and love
and of two people trying to make their way in a world that is struggling to escape its past.
'Vividly realised, and impeccably researched, with a determined female lead'
Kayte Nunn, author of The Botanist's Daughter
'Historical fiction at its best' Tracy Rees, author of The Rose Garden
Readers love The Physician's Daughter
'For women who decide not to take "no" as the final answer'
'Exceptionally detailed and atmospheric'
'A page turner . . . I read it in a day'
'A must for all fans of historical drama'
'Phenomenal'
Foreword
A compelling novel of female perseverance and the role of women in society set in the aftermath of the American Civil War
Report
I LOVED it. What an achievement - historical fiction at its best. It was so detailed, real and atmospheric - I felt I was there with Vita, Jacob et al. Tremendous characters - vivid, complex and inspiring . . . a truly wonderful book. One of those books that stop you doing ANYTHING until it's finished. Utterly compelling & inspiring. A sweeping story of an amazing woman battling to break through the constraints of her time. Read it! Tracy Rees
