A compelling novel of female perseverance and the role of women in society set in the aftermath of the American Civil War. For readers of Tracey Chevalier and The Second Mrs Thistlewood
In a world made for men, can one pioneering woman break free from tradition and walk a new path?
It is 1865, the American Civil War has just ended, and 18-year old Vita Tenney is determined to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a country doctor like her father. But when her father tells her she must get married instead, Vita explores every means of escape - and finds one in the person of war veteran Jacob Culhane. Damaged by what he's seen in battle and with all his family gone, Jacob is seeking investors for a fledgling business. Then he meets Vita - and together they hatch a plan that should satisfy both their desires.
Months later, Vita seemingly has everything she ever wanted. But alone in a big city and haunted by the mistakes of her past, she wonders if the life she always thought she wanted was too good to be true. When love starts to compete with ambition, what will come out on top?
From the author of The Floating Theatre, The Physician's Daughter is the story of two people trying to make their way in a world that is struggling to escape its past.
'Completely charming' Imogen Hermes Gowar, author of The Mermaid and Mrs Hancock on The Floating Theatre
A compelling novel of female perseverance and the role of women in society set in the aftermath of the American Civil War. For readers of Tracey Chevalier and The Second Mrs Thistlewood
In a world made for men, can one pioneering woman break free from tradition and walk a new path?
It is 1865, the American Civil War has just ended, and 18-year old Vita Tenney is determined to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a country doctor like her father. But when her father tells her she must get married instead, Vita explores every means of escape - and finds one in the person of war veteran Jacob Culhane. Damaged by what he's seen in battle and with all his family gone, Jacob is seeking investors for a fledgling business. Then he meets Vita - and together they hatch a plan that should satisfy both their desires.
Months later, Vita seemingly has everything she ever wanted. But alone in a big city and haunted by the mistakes of her past, she wonders if the life she always thought she wanted was too good to be true. When love starts to compete with ambition, what will come out on top?
From the author of The Floating Theatre, The Physician's Daughter is the story of two people trying to make their way in a world that is struggling to escape its past.
'Completely charming' Imogen Hermes Gowar, author of The Mermaid and Mrs Hancock on The Floating Theatre
A compelling novel of female perseverance and the role of women in society set in the aftermath of the American Civil War
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.
'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
'Vividly realised, and impeccably researched, with a determined
female lead, this is perfect for fans of Jennifer Donnelly.' -
Kayte Nunn, author of The Botanist's Daughter
'A riveting read set during the American civil war, about a
pioneering young woman dead-set on becoming a doctor.' - Inga
Vesper, author of The Long, Long Afternoon
'In the proud tradition of female characters from Jo March to
Meredith Grey, Vita Tenney takes her place as a determined woman
unwilling to let society or her family control her destiny. I was
captivated by The Physician's Daughter. The novel stays with you.'
- Tony Phelan, executive producer of Grey's Anatomy and Council of
Dads
'Completely charming' - Imogen Hermes Gowar on The Floating Theatre
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