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No Job for a Woman
Paperback
Series: Hearts and Sails
Mystery & ThrillerHistorical Fiction
Publisher: Alina Rubin
Published: Apr 2 2023
Pages: 378
Weight: 0.82
Height: 0.78 Width: 5.00 Depth: 8.00
Language: English
She sailed against the current.
Ella Parker's male alias was a star pupil in medical school. But as a woman in 1810 England, Ella cannot find a job as a doctor's assistant. In a life-or-death emergency with a mother in labor, she oversteps her boundaries and risks arrest. Determined to practice medicine, she decides to join her mentor on the Neptune, a warship heading for open waters.
Following an accident, she is quickly thrust into the role of ship surgeon, and her skills are put to the test. Hoping to fit in with the all-male crew and make friends, instead, Ella creates chaos and suspicion among the superstitious sailors. Lieutenant Jack Wyse, though charged by the captain with protecting Ella, is keen on making her leave.
After a fierce battle, Ella saves the handsome officer, Robert Weston. Her commitment to her profession is tested, however, when he asks for her hand in marriage. But are Weston's intentions sincere, and would he allow her the freedom to pursue her calling?
Ella must decide where she belongs before her future sails away from her.
The second novel in the Hearts and Sails series, by award-winning author, Alina Rubin.
Gripping storytelling based on extensive research, archival ship logs, as well as inspiring medical workers in history. No Job for a Woman tells the courageous story of a woman surgeon saving lives and refusing to be put in her place. Perfect for book clubs!
About the Author
Alina Rubin is an IT professional who lives in Chicago with her husband and daughter. When not working or writing, she enjoys yoga, hiking, and traveling. Alina's debut novel, A Girl with a Knife, won the Illinois 'Soon to be Famous' author competition.
Alina Rubin is an up-and-coming star in the realm of historical fiction. She is a determined and talented writer who knows how to bring history to life through her courageous main characters. - Colin Mustful, author, historian, editor, and founder of History Through Fiction.
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