A review by bestlarose
The Girl in His Shadow by Audrey Blake

informative inspiring tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Nora is a lovable character and you want to root for her the entire way. She's capable in medicine even though she has to do it in secret. The story of medical technology and beliefs set in 1800s London is interesting and surprising. 

Nora and Dr. Croft work together like a well oiled engine, Dr. Gibson is a great addition to the clinic, but causes complications and worry. 

The story kept me intrigued and I did not want to put the book down. 

The romance scenes took over the main story during a pivitol time in the book and it felt like it was thrown in there. Thoughts of the medical findings and Nora possibly being prosecuted for practicing surgery unlicensed were an afterthought. Then it got back to the worry of prosecution and a bit of the romance sprinkled in to keep that part alive. It was unnecessary. The book was great without that.



Overall the book had a great story and I would definitely recommend it. 
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