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“The Medicine Woman of Galveston is perfect on so many levels that I don’t even know where to begin. The plot itself is strong and powerful, touching on relevant themes such as trauma, identity, and acceptance, and the historical context of traveling medicine shows is fascinating and rich. The characters - even the side characters, many of whom get their own compulsively readable chapters - are full-fledged, strong, and just flawed enough to be human. To no one’s surprise, Skenandore has done it again!” —Addison Armstong, author of The War Librarian
“A wonderful story about seizing second chances—and who doesn’t love those? Amanda Skenandore has a keen eye for developing characters who transform while keeping the endearing, relatable qualities that made us root for them in the first place. A charming cast of misfits and a devastating hurricane were just the ingredients I needed to completely lose myself in this book.”—Elise Cooper, author of Angels of the Pacific on The Medicine Woman of Galveston
“Amanda Skenandore dazzles us with a spellbinding story, a vividly drawn setting, and characters that leap off the pages. I was fascinated from start to finish and could not put this book down. This is historical fiction at its finest!” —Sara Ackerman, USA Today bestselling author of The Codebreaker’s Secret on The Nurse’s Secret
“In this superior historical from Skenandore, the wife of a 1920s Hollywood actor is transformed by the news of a medical diagnosis… Skenandore makes plausible Mirielle’s metamorphosis from Hollywood socialite to active, caring member of the Carville community. The author’s diligent research, as well as her empathetic depiction of those subjected to forced medical isolation, make this a winner.” —Publishers Weekly on The Second Life of Mirielle West
“Scrupulous in her research and practically clairvoyant in her choice of urgent subjects — from the Indigenous boarding schools of her first novel to the disease and quarantine of The Second Life of Mirielle West — historical novelist Amanda Skenandore has quietly become one of the valley’s finest authors.” —The Las Vegas Review Journal
“Despite being a fictional work, in her book The Second Life of Mirielle West Amanda Skenandore has used her medical background as a registered nurse—and her storytelling skills as a writer—to describe the sorrows experienced by patients with leprosy who were quarantined at the Carville Leper Home.” —The Lancet
"Effie's community of freedmen and Creoles in Reconstruction New Orleans is unforgettable. Skenandore's second novel is recommended for readers who enjoy medical historical fiction reminiscent of Diane McKinney-Whetstone's Lazaretto, and historical fiction with interpersonal drama." —Library Journal on The Undertaker's Assistant
"Our immersion in that world--from the particulars of baking marble cake to the grisly minutiae of embalming corpses to the messy and violent politics of the Reconstruction South--is so complete that the reader never doubts it once existed. That said, one of this novel's many virtues is how it subtly conveys how many black citizens in the post-Civil War era took it upon themselves to improve their own lives." —Historical Novels Review on The Undertaker's Assistant
"Readers who like complex characters amid a roiling historical setting will be fascinated by Effie's quest...Teen readers who are not turned off by the embalming details will empathize with a young woman's search for identity and love." —Booklist on The Undertaker's Assistant
“Did you know there was a leper colony in the US? I didn't! This fascinating tale of a movie star's wife forced into a leper colony in the 1920's was eye-opening and shockingly relevant. Mirielle's journey with this incredibly stigmatized disease is heart wrenching, and poignant. This would make an excellent book club pick as you will want to discuss this one!” —Carrie Deming, The Dog Eared Book (Palmyra, NY) on The Second Life of Mirielle West
"Intensely emotional...Skenandore's deeply introspective and moving novel will appeal to readers of American history, particularly those interested in the dynamics behind the misguided efforts of white people to better the lives Native American by forcing them to adopt white cultural mores." —Publishers Weekly on Between Earth and Sky
"By describing its costs in human terms, the author shapes tension between whites and Native Americans into a touching story. The title of Skenandore's debut could refer to reality and dreams, or to love and betrayal; all are present in this highly original novel." —Booklist on Between Earth and Sky
"A heartbreaking story about the destructive legacy of the forced assimilation of Native American children. Historical fiction readers and book discussion groups will find much to ponder here." —Library Journal on Between Earth and Sky
"Gripping and beautifully written, Between Earth and Sky tugs at the heart with its dynamic heroine and unique cast of characters. Though this novel brings alive two historical American eras and settings, the story is achingly modern, universal and important." —Karen Harper, New York Times bestselling author of The It Girls on Between Earth and Sky
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5.0 out of 5 stars Cleansing Storm
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4.0 out of 5 stars A Fierce Heroine, A Misleading Title, and a Storm That Steals the Show
The Medicine Woman of Galveston by Amanda Skenandore was a solid four-star read for me. I was really pulled into Tucia’s story—she’s such a strong, resilient character, and even though I don’t work in the medical field or have kids (let alone a child with special needs), I found myself surprisingly able to relate to her. Working in a male-dominated field myself, I really admired how Tucia stood her ground and proved herself over and over, even when the odds were stacked against her.The historical detail in this book was fascinating, especially the look into early medicine and the challenges faced by a female physician in 1900. On top of that, the backdrop of the Great Galveston Hurricane added such intensity and tension to the final stretch of the story. The descriptions of the storm and its devastation were vivid and heartbreaking, and they added a powerful layer of urgency and emotion to the book’s closing chapters.One thing that threw me off a bit was the title—I expected much more of the story to actually take place in Galveston, but Tucia doesn’t arrive there until the very end, which made the title feel a little misleading. Still, the emotional depth, the richly drawn characters, and the compelling journey Tucia goes through made this a truly memorable read. I was rooting for her right up to the last page, and I’m definitely glad I picked this one up!
5.0 out of 5 stars enjoyable read
Enticing you to continue reading and turn the page. I enjoyed the book and development of the characters. Recommended for young adults and up
3.0 out of 5 stars good
Interesting story of circus / carnie life mixed with women’s struggles to be recognized as medical doctors ending in a historic national disaster .
4.0 out of 5 stars Post office and 14th
Living right off the Redlight District, while my hubby was in med school, this was a great read for me. I did not think you would ever get to Galveston and then it ended rather quickly. You did stay on tract historically. I will complement you handling the growing romance without getting nasty!
5.0 out of 5 stars I really enjoyed The Medicine Woman of Galveston.
It’s about a strong, compassionate woman trying to make her way as a doctor in the 1890s, when most people didn’t take women in medicine seriously. She’s smart, brave, and deeply caring—and I loved how she blended traditional healing with new medical ideas. The story felt real and heartfelt, and I was rooting for her the whole way.
4.0 out of 5 stars Nice read,not too graphic.
I enjoyed this easy read. It amazes me what women were and still can be thought of. Power to those who preserve.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great story by a wonderful author.
First book I've read by Ms. Skenandore but will look for more. Really enjoyed reading. Great story by a wonderful author.
The Medicine Woman of Galveston
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Not as good as The Nurse ' s Secret
Whereas I have loved The Nurse's Secret by the author, I was rather disappointed in her new novel . I had big problems getting into the story and most of the characters were uninteresting for me. They were way too predictable. It could well be because I had expected a novel more focused on medicine. The last part of the novel was much more compelling when the flood got in the way.... However I did enjoy reading about a boy with Down syndrome as I have one myself and worked with many. What the author mentioned about their medical condition was correct, but when Toby was talking he didn't sound at all like a child with Down syndrome. His language skills were too good (particularly at his age), and he was given a behaviour much too mature that did not fit.I received a complimentary digital ARC of this novel from NetGalley and I am leaving voluntarily an honest review.
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