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Audrey Blake

The Girl in His Shadow

Audrey BlakeFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Audrey Blake

The Girl in His Shadow

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 1840s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Girl in His Shadow by Audrey Blake, set in mid-19th century London, follows Nora Beady, an orphan raised by Dr. Horace Croft who becomes a skilled but unrecognized surgeon due to her gender. Her secret work is endangered when Dr. Daniel Gibson joins Croft, leading to revelations about her capabilities and social challenges. Ultimately, Nora chooses to pursue her medical ambitions at the University of Bologna. Descriptions of rape, attempted suicide, and abortion are included.

Inspirational

Challenging

Romantic

Emotional

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

4.3

52,870 ratings

84%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Girl in His Shadow by Audrey Blake receives praise for its compelling portrayal of a woman's struggle in 19th-century medicine, highlighting themes of resilience and ambition. Some critics find its plot predictable, but most appreciate the strong character development and historical accuracy. Overall, it offers an engaging and informative read despite minor clichés.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Girl in His Shadow?

Readers who enjoy historical fiction with strong female protagonists, medical drama, and rich period detail will be captivated by Audrey Blake's The Girl in His Shadow. Fans of The Other Boleyn Girl by Philippa Gregory and The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah will find Blake’s work similarly compelling.

4.3

52,870 ratings

84%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 1840s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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