An Angel at My Back
Part of the Open Door series of short books for emerging readers. Lucy Benedict is eight years old. Her older brother Paul likes to tease her. One day he ties her to a tree and leaves her there. She faints in the heat of the sun, and then she sees an angel. The angel looks just like her, and she sings beautifully. When Lucy wakes up in hospital she knows the angel is real. She has to have yet another operation on her back, but she isn't frightened any more.
The Death and Life of August Sweeney
Legendary chef August Sweeney has served his final meal, dying in the middle of service in the very restaurant he built to secure his legacy. When Dr. Maya Zhu, a guarded, intense autopsist, is summoned to investigate, she discovers she must operate under strict conditions Sweeney himself dictated before he died. As she digs deeper into his immense body, everything that can go wrong, does, because August Sweeney isn't about to let a little thing like death stop him from raising hell.
Under the Cover of Closeness
Lorna Martin's life has been haunted by the shadow of her identical twin sister, Cara. Once inseparable and bound by a connection most could never understand, the bond between them shattered over a decade ago when Cara disappeared without warning, taking her two young sons.Lies, betrayal, and venomous accusations had driven them apart, leaving Lorna questioning what had gone so terribly wrong. After years of silence, Cara's eldest son appears on Lorna's doorstep with devastating news. Burdened by the unanswered questions, Lorna is thrust into a heart-wrenching journey to uncover the truth of what tore them apart. But as the past collides with the present, she faces the ultimate test of forgiveness and sacrifice.Can family ties be mended, or are some bonds too deeply fractured to repair?Under the Cover of Closeness is a story about the wounds only family can inflict - and the lengths we'll go to heal them.
The Extra Gift
This is the perfect book to celebrate Medically Complex Children as the EXTRA GIFT to their families!Even though a medical complication is challenging and heartbreaking at times, these children are always a blessing.Born Abel exists to highlight and normalize the humanity, worth, and abilities of babies and children born with complex health conditions. We provide mom-to-mom support - connecting families with advocacy resources, helping supply baby and pregnancy necessities, and showcasing these amazingly "abeled" children in colorful, kid-friendly books.All proceeds from our books go directly to the Born Abel Foundation. For NICU, visit our Born Mighty Facebook Group and BornAbel.org for casting your NICU baby in an upcoming book!
Christmas in Lyrebird Lake
The Midwives of Lyrebird Lake - where every day brings a miracle. Lyrebird Lake is the perfect place for Tara to build a new life. Especially at Christmas. And then there's the magical myth of the lyrebirds...Midwife Tara Dutton loves her new job and feeling a part of her new mum's special moments - especially when she's had so few special moments in her own life. The magical festive spirit of Lyrebird Lake has charmed her. For the first time, she's actually looking forward to Christmas! Even more charming - but much more dangerous! - is gorgeous Dr Simon Campbell. The heat in his eyes promises Tara the future she's always dreamed of. Does she dare believe that his Christmas proposal will finally lead to forever?
Pink Clay
With champagne and caviar, twenty-five-year-old Emily glitters through society, her life a kaleidoscope of luxury afforded to her by birthright as a coffee company heiress. But beneath the Herm癡s, lurks a gnawing emptiness, one mirrored in the mammogram that shatters her perfect world.Scrambling to make ends meet, twenty-seven-year-old Sarah knows struggle like the worn groves in her clay-stained sneakers. A single mother, balancing a side hustle as a ceramic artist and a son's laughter, she never expected the blow that would leave them both reeling-a diagnosis they can't afford to face.Thrown together by fate, or a shared oncology ward, their backgrounds couldn't be more different. Yet, in the stark reality of chemo cocktails and stolen tears, a bond blossoms. Emily and Sarah navigate the labyrinth of treatment while being 20-somethings just trying to find their place in the little piece of the world they call life.Will this unlikely friendship survive? Will they?This is a story of unexpected connections, of laughter in the face of fear, and the transformative power of friendship. It is a testament to the fact that sometimes, the greatest treasures are found not in material wealth, but in the shared grit and grace of coming together.
The Poison Doctor
Whatever the case, anxiety, difficult to pin down, is linked to the fact that death awaits us, rich, poor, powerful, or homeless.Dr. Bouthillier, an oncologist, touches death with his fingertips every day. In this autobiographically influenced novel, we follow Dr. Bouthillier as he converses with and reflects upon his colleagues and his varied, multicultural roster of cancer patients. One hospital resident, a rabbi-nicknamed "the love rabbi" for his reputation as a womanizer-becomes the doctor's sounding board and mentor in the probing of life's greatest mysteries: Why is there so much suffering? What do we owe to one another? What are we meant to do with our knowledge of death? From the Jewish General Hospital in Montreal to a cancer clinic in Butaro, Rwanda, these intimate vignettes reveal the obscure beauty of human suffering in all its diversity.Devastatingly candid and rich with compassion, The Poison Doctor is a philosophical, spiritual, and historical study of this absurd existence to which we cling with all our strength, united-whoever we are, wherever we come from-in the fear of disappearing from all we know.
The Tale of a Transplanted Heart
Darius Amari was a research scientist dedicated to helping humanity conquer deadly viruses. His laboratory studied the superior immune systems of bats. But then, the COVID-19 virus came along and caused Darius to suffer permanent heart damage after barely surviving the pandemic. Darius was hovering on death's doorstep when his life was saved by an organ donation made by the family of a young accident victim. After the successful transplant however, there were unexpected changes in this brilliant scientist. He developed new interests, behaviors, and vulnerabilities that were not compatible with working with highly lethal germs. As his associates worried that he could unleash a bioterrorism disaster, the associates of the donor struggled with the secret that the heart had previously belonged to someone who was filled with rage.Was it Darius's new heart that turned him into a different person, or was there a hidden someone inside this scientist that emerged after he lost his battle with a virus? Had the virus changed his brain? Could a transplanted heart retain the donor's state of mind? Darius's young wife, Doctor Thea Baccay, searches for answers to these questions.
Fingal O’Reilly, Irish Doctor
The beloved Irish Country series continues in Fingal O'Reilly, Irish Doctor, an enchanting novel by New York Times, USA Today, and Globe and Mail bestselling author Patrick Taylor. Newly married, Dr. Fingal Flahertie O'Reilly is ready to settle into domestic bliss, but something always seems to be pulling his attention away from home. Between difficult patients, riding accidents, and the shenanigans of the local animals, it seems nothing in the village is eager to let him rest. The everyday complications of village life are very different from the challenges Fingal faced nearly thirty years earlier, when, fresh out of medical school, he accepted a post at the Aungier Street Dispensary, tending to the impoverished denizens of Dublin's tenement houses. Shifting back and forth between the present and the past, Patrick Taylor's captivating new novel brings to life both the green young man O'Reilly once was and the canny village doctor readers have come to know and admire.
The Sages of Oak Place
At first glance, Oak Place might be just another senior living complex where older persons shuffle around waiting for the final curtain call. However, CEO Katherine Eich, has defied stereotypes and reframed aging, creating a community where elders can live fully in an atmosphere that values their often unsung, yet extraordinary lives. One new resident is Stella Cordrey, an eighty-three-year-old sage who looks like a Norman Rockwell grandmother. She's actually a retired prostitute who hooked up with a United Nations Special Envoy. Together they risked their lives to smuggle millions of dollars of diamonds out of 1980s South Africa. Her secret would have gone to the grave with her had the FBI not shown up at Oak Place to investigate their scheme, exposing a story of love, a lost child, murder, and their efforts to end apartheid. Stella's unfolding autobiography is not the only one hidden within the minds of Oak Place residents. Katherine invokes all residents to share their stories: histories worthy of being told, not buried with them. And, sages don't just live at Oak Place-like Katherine, they also work there. Dr. Jeff Titus, keeps Oak Place filled with music, and Shirlee Jonas teaches a course on aging and sex, which includes solo sex.The Sages of Oak Place is about aging and those who have rejected a trajectory toward death that is boring and lonely.
Medical Life in the Navy
"Medical Life in the Navy" by Gordon Stables: A gripping maritime memoir revealing the challenges of naval healthcare. In "Medical Life in the Navy," Gordon Stables provides readers with a captivating firsthand account of his experiences as a medical officer in the Royal Navy. Falling within the genre of maritime memoir, this book offers a unique glimpse into the often overlooked world of naval healthcare during the 19th century. Stables vividly recounts his adventures aboard various naval vessels, from the bustling decks of warships to the remote outposts of the British Empire. Through his engaging prose and keen observations, readers are transported to a time when life at sea was fraught with danger and uncertainty. As Stables navigates the intricacies of naval medicine, he faces numerous challenges, from treating injuries sustained in battle to combating outbreaks of disease in cramped ship quarters. Yet, amidst the hardships, he also discovers moments of camaraderie and triumph that highlight the resilience of the human spirit. "Medical Life in the Navy" is more than just a memoir; it is a testament to the dedication and sacrifice of the men and women who served in the Royal Navy's medical corps.
Mourning a Breast
By Xi Xi, part of the first generation of writers raised in Hong Kong, a wise and amiably written book of autobiographical fiction on the author's experience with breast cancer--from diagnosis to treatment to recovery--and her passage from a life lived through the mind into a life lived through the body. In 1989, the acclaimed Hong Kong writer Xi Xi was diagnosed with breast cancer. Her semi-autobiographical novel Mourning a Breast is a disarmingly honest and inventive account of the author's experience of a mastectomy and of her subsequent recovery. The book opens with her putting away a bathing suit. As the routine pleasure of swimming is revoked, the small loss stands in for the greater one. But Xi Xi's mourning begins to take shape as a form of activism. Addressing her reader as frankly and unashamedly as an old friend, she describes what she is going through; finds consolation in art, literature, and cinema; and advocates for a universal literacy of the body. Mourning a Breast was heralded as one of the first Chinese-language books to cast off the stigma of writing about illness and to expose the myths associated with breast cancer. It is a radical novel about creating in the midst of mourning.
An Irish Country Wedding
Love is in the air in the colorful village of Ballybucklebo, but Dr. Fingal Flahertie O'Reilly has a long way to go before meeting his sweetheart Kitty O'Hallorhan at the altar. First, he and his young colleague, Barry Laverty, must deal with their usual round of eccentric patients--and crises both large and small. Being the head doctor in Ballybucklebo often means more than tending to stuffy noses and aches and pains. Dr. O'Reilly's work also includes helping a struggling young couple acquire their first home, clearing the name of a cat accused of preying on a neighbor's prize pigeons, and encouraging a bright working-class girl who dreams of one day becoming a doctor herself. And Dr. O'Reilly isn't the only one with romance on the mind. Barry, still smarting from a painful breakup, has caught the eye of a lovely schoolteacher--as long as his work and her passionate political convictions don't get in the way. Much has changed in Ballybucklebo, and bigger changes are in store, but the heartwarming story of An Irish Country Wedding will enchant longtime fans and new readers alike.
My Genes Don’t Fit
A deeply poignant novel about the resilience of the human spirit when two women face unforeseen catastrophes.Jane is at the height of her career, confident, fearless, and commanding. Her daughter Meg is loyal, hardworking, and a tad eccentric.Both women consider their lives to be perfectly on-target. Jane will become her company's CEO. Meg will marry and own a quaint house in a picturesque Midwest town. Perhaps Mr. Right will be the doctor Meg meets on her birthday cruise? Yes. Everything is falling into place exactly as it should be.
Givers and Takers
Givers and Takers draws the reader into the lives of Ani Sarkissian and Haig Sarian, surviving descendants of the 1915 Armenian Genocide in Turkey during WWI. A multigenerational love story spanning several continents, it finally unfolds to present-day Manhattan and the life of their son, Dr. Raffi Sarkissian.
Eve’s Rib
DEFINED BY HER INTELLIGENCE AND AMBITION, ANNABELLE'S FATHER, A WELL-KNOWN LONDON PHYSICIAN, TRANSFORMED ANNABELLE FROM A RISING SOCIALITE, INTO HIS SILENT COLLABORATOR, WRITING SCHOLARLY MEDICAL ARTICLES FOR HIM, MUCH TO HIS ACCLAIM, AND HER ANONYMITY, AND CHAGRIN. BUT ANNABELLE NEVER THOUGHT HER SECRET, THAT COULD BE HER UNDOING, MIGHT ALSO LEAD HER TO UNPARALLELED TRIUMPHS. WHEN HER PAST INDISCRETIONS AND CURRENT PASSIONS COLLIDE, ANNABELLE'S FAIRYTALE DREAMS ARE CRUSHED BY FATE'S CRUEL HAND. TURNING THE OVERWHELMING TIDES BY DRAWING ON STRENGTHS SHE NEVER KNEW SHE HAD, ANNABELLE FORGES HER OWN WAY OUT OF HER GILDED CAGE. A PARASOL IN ONE HAND, AND A SCALPEL IN THE OTHER.
Butcher
From one of our most accomplished storytellers, an extraordinary and arresting novel about a women's asylum in the nineteenth century, and a terrifying doctor who wants to change the world In this harrowing story based on authentic historical documents, we follow the career of Dr. Silas Weir, "Father of Gyno-Psychiatry," as he ascends from professional anonymity to national renown. Humiliated by a procedure gone terribly wrong, Weir is forced to take a position at the New Jersey Asylum for Female Lunatics, where he reigns. There, he is allowed to continue his practice, unchecked for decades, making a name for himself by focusing on women who have been neglected by the state--women he subjects to the most grotesque modes of experimentation. As he begins to establish himself as a pioneer of nineteenth-century surgery, Weir's ambition is fueled by his obsessive fascination with a young Irish indentured servant named Brigit, who becomes not only Weir's primary experimental subject, but also the agent of his destruction. Narrated by Silas Weir's eldest son, who has repudiated his father's brutal legacy, Butcher is a unique blend of fiction and fact, a nightmare voyage through the darkest regions of the American psyche conjoined, in its startling conclusion, with unexpected romance. Once again, Joyce Carol Oates has written a spellbinding novel confirming her position as one of our celebrated American visionaries of the imagination.
Ancient Cure
Synopsis: New York City-based James Pharmaceutical Company, Inc. is on the verge of a colossal breakthrough in the world of pharmaceuticals: an Ancient Cure for the dreaded Alzheimer's disease. Jones Pharmaceutical has developed the formula, but cannot purify and scale the product due to a milky sap that is rich in poisonous alkaloids.Autobiography: John Frederick Derr, RPh, FASCP has over 60 years of "C" level corporate executive healthcare experience. He has held executive positions with Squibb, Searle, Siemens, Kyocera, and National Medical Enterprises. John is a successful Entrepreneur having started and been CEO of four international healthcare companies with product lines in clinical chemistry, ceramic orthopedic implants, database marketing, and laser dermatology. He has worked in Washington, DC, since 2002 in the healthcare specialty profession of Long-Term & Post-Acute Care (LTPAC). John was the Executive Vice President of the American Health Care Association (AHCA)/National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL) and a Board Director of the National Association for the Support of Long-Term Care. He was the Senior VP and Chief Information Officer (CIO) for Golden Living, LLC, one of the largest full-service LTPAC providers in the world with over 300 Skilled Nursing Facilities, Assisted Living Facilities, Home Care, Therapy, and Medication Management. He is considered an LTPAC Healthcare Subject Matter Expert (SBE), and in 2004, John was asked by Secretary Tommy Thompson to coordinate LTPAC Health IT at President Bush's Press Conference to digitize healthcare. He has served on various Federal and Association Advisory Boards including 6+ years as a Member of the first Congressional Appointed Federal Health Information Technology Advisory Standards Committee. Currently, he is the founder of multiple healthcare Information Technology groups including the LTPAC Health IT Collaborative in 2005 (www.LTPACHIT.org).John Derr is a Graduate of the Purdue University School of Pharmacy and was awarded as one of the 2005-2006 Purdue University Distinguished Alumnus. He holds an Executive Certificate from the Indiana University School of Business where he served on the Executive Program Advisory Board for 20 years. At the beginning of his civilian career in healthcare, he was nominated as an Outstanding Young Man in America. He was honored as a Purdue "Old Master" and in 2003 received the Tony Way Award from the National Association for the Support of Long-Term Care for outstanding service to the support of long-term care. He is a published author of a book and articles on LTPAC Healthcare. His healthcare career was published in the December 2023 LTPAC Journal, McKnights.John Derr is a retired US Naval Captain of The Line where he served 30 years of Active and Active Reserve duty. He was the Reserve Commanding Officer of two Naval Destroyers and was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal for work he did as a Naval Officer and in The Pentagon.In 2006, John made a trip around the world stopping in 8 major cities. The trip included, for the second time, many of the "Ancient Cure" novel sites in Tokyo, Japan and Singapore.
The Desperate Trials of Phineas Mann
Pulmonary and critical care specialist Dr. Phineas Mann is fighting a losing battle with a severe, progressive form of Parkinson's disease. He is accepted into a novel trial to insert programmed stem cells into his brain. This experimental treatment is his last desperate hope to reverse his debilitating Parkinson's symptoms. While grappling with his own declining health, Phineas is asked to consult on a difficult case. The patient is conservative congressman Quentin Tate, whose misdiagnosed lung condition has rapidly worsened. Phineas draws on his decades of experience in a quest to identify the cause of Tate's rare and life-threatening disease.Then his wife, Iris, develops an obscure blood disorder. When her medical specialist orders a surprising and risky treatment, Phineas is compelled to bring his keen eye and medical knowledge into her struggle. Time is his enemy as he, with his loyal service dog Ernest at his side, fights to save his beloved Iris, then himself.
The Path Beneath Her Feet
"Meticulously researched and beautifully written. The story of a life well lived." -KATHLEEN GRISSOM, NY Times Bestselling author of The Kitchen HouseSteeped in rich historical detail, Dr. Eliza Edwards, the ing矇nue student in The Unlocked Path, becomes the mature mentor, steadfast in her calling to effect social change by addressing women's health issues and guiding others to realize their dreams. In 1936, as the Depression ravages careers, Eliza re-defines her abilities, traveling to Georgia and Tennessee as she reclaims her purpose and rediscovers her ambitions. Returning to Boston, she endures heartbreak with the eruption of World War II, bringing chaos to the world and sending her sons into battle. Will her unyielding pursuit to limit suffering and save lives sustain her amid the tumultuous landscapes of 1930s and 1940s America?
Stories never got told
Embark on Royna's riveting journey from London's familiar streets to the mysterious landscapes of Vietnam. Her seemingly routine life transforms into a thrilling roller coaster of emotions in the sultry ambiance of Vietnam. Friendships fray, love turns toxic, and Royna undergoes a bewildering, life-altering transformation. Confronting unexpected challenges, she grapples with profound changes within herself, discovering unsettling truths about those she thought she knew. Each page turned builds tension as Royna courageously faces self-discovery, struggling to break free from the clutches of a turbulent life. Amid deception, danger, and redemption, her story unfolds with heart-wrenching honesty. Royna's strength shines through as she battles adversity, ultimately emerging transformed and resolute-a testament to the human spirit's ability to rise above and reclaim one's life. In this condensed narrative, Royna's powerful journey captivates, offering a glimpse into a world of mystery, intrigue, and triumphant resilience.
A Dublin Student Doctor
The beloved Irish Country series continues in A Dublin Student Doctor, a moving, deeply human story from New York Times, USA Today, and Globe and Mail bestselling author Patrick Taylor. Doctor Fingal O'Reilly, the quarrelsome general practitioner of the small village of Ballybucklebo, wasn't always the man he is today. Beloved author Patrick Taylor turns back the clock to give us a portrait of the young Fingal--and show us the pivotal events that shaped the man he would become. In the 1930s, fresh from a stint in the Royal Navy Reserve, and against the wishes of his disapproving father, Fingal O'Reilly arrives in Dublin to study medicine. The hours he dedicates to Trinity College and Sir Patrick Dun's Hospital are long and arduous, but Fingal manages to find time to box and play rugby--and to romance a fetching, gray-eyed nurse named Kitty O'Hallorhan. Dublin is a harsh city, where brutal poverty breeds diseases that the limited medical knowledge of the time is often ill-equipped to handle. His teachers warn Fingal not to become too attached to his patients, but can he truly harden himself to the suffering he sees all around him--or can he find a way to care for his patients without breaking his own heart?
March Rains
When Covid-19 spread around the world in 2020, it changed the lives of everyone in its path. Grace, an Intensive Care Unit nurse, is no exception. Dark clouds begin to gather over the bay as news headlines signal that Covid-19 has reached the United States with the first community transmitted cases emerging in the San Francisco Bay Area. Almost overnight, amidst a shelter-in-place, Grace finds herself on the frontlines of the crisis caring for the scores of patients filling her intensive care unit at Harris Memorial Hospital. Like a flash flood, the landscape of life inside and outside of the hospital is changed unexpectedly and drastically for Grace and those around her, forcing them to learn to live with uncertainty and under extreme pressures. Grace and her family navigate unforeseen complications as they attempt to make sense of and survive the crisis while carrying the defining weight of past and present trauma in a collision of circumstances through unchartered territory. It is uncertain whether they will find the path forward out of the eye of the storm.
I Am Cardinal Wolf
Meet Cardinal Wolf, a young man trying to find meaning in a world through newfound powerful vision. Cardinal Wolf endures a traumatic event that grants him the power to see what others fail to. This power grants him the ability to see invisible, dapper dressed, androgenous, and faceless creatures he relates to as Suits. These Suits find refuge in their home the Heart of Man where they submit to the authority of their leader, while domineering their rivals, Virtues which Cardinal relates to as Hoodies. Walk through life with Cardinal as he wrestles with understanding the power he was gifted with, the purpose of the Suits and Hoodies, and preparing for the perplexing paradigm shift in the world.Endorsement: I Am Cardinal Wolf by Roderick Kenney II is a must-read for anyone seeking a candid and intimate portrayal of the struggles and challenges that come with life after sexual abuse. Kenney's raw, authentic and deeply moving storytelling takes the reader on a journey of pain, triumph and self-acceptance that is truly remarkable. The cardinal wolf serves as a poignant metaphor for the author's own journey toward recovery, adding depth and complexity to the story. Kenney's courageous and honest storytelling is a true testament to the strength of the human spirit and the transformative power of literature.─Chad Herold, Pastor at Richmond Point Church Missouri City, TxAbout the Author: Roderick Christopher Kenney II was born in Los Angeles, California and raised in Vallejo, California with his 6 siblings. Roderick was raised by both parents in a strict Christian household. Roderick attended Saint Mary's College of California, where he met his wife Aleysha Kenney, and received a degree in business marketing. After receiving his degree, he pursued his dream to become a professional golfer on the PGA tour. Roderick currently resides in Houston, Texas.
An Irish Country Courtship
Patrick Taylor returns to Ballybucklebo in An Irish Country Courtship, a charming and heartfelt entry in the Irish Country series.Barry Laverty is settling in to the Irish village of Ballybucklebo, but with only a few more months before he becomes a full partner in Dr. O'Reilly's medical practice, an unexpected romantic reversal gives him second thoughts. Is tending to routine coughs and colds all he wants from life? Doctor Fingal Flahertie O'Reilly has personal upheavals as well. After mourning his deceased wife for decades, he's found a new love. But the budding courtship is not going over well with the doctors' housekeeper, who fears having her position usurped by O'Reilly's new flame. Meanwhile, life goes on in Ballybucklebo, and the two doctors will need all of their combined wit and compassion to put things right--just in time for their lives to change forever.
The Watcher, the Mechanic and the Doctor’s Wife
In a perilous era, only the most skilled are summoned to safeguard our way of life.Amidst the allure of sex and drugs, the deceit of crooks, and the intricate dance between the police and doctors, this tale offers a deep dive into the world of clinical medicine. It spotlights a unique cadre of practitioners determined to make a difference, even as they navigate the challenges of an underfunded NHS, a government stretched thin, and a public often left in the dark.Medicine is not just a profession; it's a calling. It demands relentless dedication, continuous learning, and the rare euphoria that comes from saving a life. This story captures the essence of this dedication, juxtaposing the highs of medical triumphs against the relentless onslaught of disease.
Saving Sophia
A page-turning account of first-time parenting that will leave you filled with wonder at the miracle of life."The paediatrician came back without our baby.'I'm afraid we have a problem.'Stars bounced around my vision of the doctor's talking head, his voice far away, like a dream. I felt like I was sinking into a void and leant back to steady myself on the bed. We had experienced the most life affirming event the night before, the birth of our first child. Now she was being taken away. It was a moment that would take us on an intense journey and change the course of our lives."'Saving Sophia' is a true-life story of pregnancy, birth, ICU, breastfeeding, first time parenting, postnatal depression, and raising a family. A gripping and sometimes humorous account of a roller coaster ride into motherhood, that offers a glimpse into, and a reminder of, how miraculous raising a family is. This heartwarming story of love, friendship, and family will keep you on the edge of your seat. Whether you're a fan of romance, drama, or just great storytelling, 'Saving Sophia' is a must-read. Key themesPrimary themes: motherhood, ICU baby, breastfeeding, first time parenting.Secondary themes: belonging, immigration, friendship, postnatal depression/ postpartum depression, yoga, follow your dream.Reviews'A wonderful book.' Julie Haigh, We Love Memoirs 'A heart-warming and deeply moving memoir of love and family, ' Martin Walker, bestselling author'Beautifully written... I couldn't put it down.' Jacqui Brown, Book blogger
What the Living Do
Sex and death consume much of thirty-seven-year-old Brett Catlin's life. Cole, ten years her junior, takes care of the former while her job disposing of roadkill addresses the latter. A cancer diagnosis causes her to question her worth, suspecting the illness is payback for the deaths of her father and sister. Thus begins a challenging journey of alternative healing that she doubts she deserves. Just as Brett surrenders to the prescribed cure, a startling discovery sends her on a more profound exploration of cause and effect. Encounters with animals, both living and dead, help her answer the question: who is worth saving?
Parkinsonian Democracy
"In his new novel, Jerry Hurtubise takes us on an educational adventure - by putting Parkinson disease on trial. Using a courtroom setting, the author makes his case for treatment options that go beyond the standard pharmacological response. In breaking down Parkinson's and other neurological disorders through a relatable and understandable narrative, this highly original, well researched work, is both an entertaining and informative read." - Davis Phinney, Olympic Bicyclist - Founder of Davis Phinney Foundation for Parkinson's"We applaud Jerry and his creative efforts to present compelling information about Parkinson's disease. In doing so, he raises awareness for the second-most common neurodegenerative disorder in the United States while educating the reader throughout this unique literary journey." - Brian Grant Foundation"Ex'cell'ent" - Lisa Oei, DPT - Founder of PD-Connect"Parkinsonian Democracy" redefines the struggle with Parkinson's disease, framing it within the gripping confines of a courtroom drama. Trial lawyer Christian Cultura takes the helm, representing an unconventional client: the combined force of diet and exercise. His arena is the vast United States District Court of Public Opinion, and his mission is to persuade a doubtful audience of the efficacy of these natural allies in the fight against a disease that's gaining ground.Cultura's courtroom battles are charged with tension and revelation as he lays out undeniable evidence and expert witness accounts. He aims to dismantle the skepticism surrounding lifestyle adjustments and their role in mitigating Parkinson's debilitating advance. The book invites its readers to sit as the jury, to deliberate on the evidence presented with each turn of the page, engaging them in the narrative of scientific exploration and personal empowerment.Embarking on this journey, readers witness Cultura's fervent plea for a "Parkinsonian Democracy" - a vision of a community that prioritizes autonomy and quality of life for those facing Parkinson's. In this world, daily choices become acts of defiance against the disease, and society unites in the belief that self-care is both a shield and a weapon. Until a cure emerges, this legal thriller champions the cause, empowering readers to be part of a collective movement for wellness and dignity in the face of Parkinson's.
An Irish Country Girl
An Irish Country Girl is another captivating tale by Patrick Taylor, a true Irish storyteller, from the beloved Irish Country series. Mrs. Kinky Kincaid is an unflappable housekeeper who looks after two frequently frazzled doctors in the colourful Irish village of Ballybucklebo. She is a trusted fixture in the lives of those around her, and it often seems as though Kinky has always been there. Nothing could be farther from the truth. Some forty-odd years before and many miles to the south, the girl who would someday be Kinky Kincaid was Maureen O'Hanlon, a farmer's daughter growing up in the emerald hills and glens of County Cork. A precocious girl on the cusp of womanhood, Maureen has a head full of dreams, a heart open to romance, and something more: a gift for seeing beyond the ordinary into the mystic realm of fairies, spirits, and even the dreaded Banshee, whose terrifying wail she first hears on a snowy night in 1922.... Maureen finds herself torn between love and her fondest aspirations in a journey that sets her on the road to Ballybucklebo--and to the strong and compassionate woman she was always destined to become.
Pustule Maligne
Pustule Maligne is a gripping and suspenseful novel that tells the story of a small town struck by a deadly and mysterious disease. As the disease spreads and more people fall ill, the townspeople must band together to find a cure and save their community. This book is a thrilling read for fans of medical thrillers and suspenseful fiction.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Corona
In this gripping novel, Pettes tells the story of a young woman who contracts the deadly Corona virus and must fight for her life in the face of overwhelming odds. With a vivid portrayal of the medical profession and a deeply human narrative, this book is a page-turner from start to finish.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Paul Ray at the Hospital
This insightful novel follows a young medical student as he grapples with the challenges of life and love. Set against the backdrop of a bustling hospital, this engaging story explores the complexities of the human heart and the bonds that tie us all together.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Specialist
In this gripping novel, a young woman struggles to balance her demanding medical career with her personal life. As she navigates professional and personal challenges, she begins to question whether she has made the right choices. The book explores themes of ambition, sacrifice, and the search for meaning.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Miracle Drug
In this gripping medical thriller, a group of dedicated doctors must race against time to find the cure for a deadly virus that is spreading rapidly across the globe. With high-stakes suspense and expertly crafted characters, Miracle Drug is a must-read for fans of medical dramas.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Snapshots
What do you see when you look at a family photograph of four smiling females? A plump, shy girl, an attractive not quite young woman, a woman of mature years with a sad smile and an elderly woman with a don't mess with me glint in her eyes?Izzy, Paula, Jean and Mary, their family story weaves around profound changes in their individual lives. Can they adapt to their own and each other's needs, dreams and expectations or will their family be shattered as they face love and laughter, demons and distress?
The Life and Times of Benjamin Wiggins, M.D.
The Life and Times of Benjamin Wiggins, M.D., is the prequel to Medical Grail. Ben Wiggins, an irascible octogenarian, pits his wits and spunk against a group of doctors who seize tax funds to purchase a CT scanner for themselves in Whitney, a derelict town in the middle of Arizona's Sonoran Desert.Outraged by their brazen attempt to rip-off the community, Ben faces lawsuits and libelous assaults as he tries to block the purchase. Evelyn Cooper, his companion and confidant, and Peter Henry, a lifelong friend, help expose the hoax that will double the cost of healthcare to the town's impoverished citizens.
The Specialist
In this gripping novel, a young woman struggles to balance her demanding medical career with her personal life. As she navigates professional and personal challenges, she begins to question whether she has made the right choices. The book explores themes of ambition, sacrifice, and the search for meaning.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Miracle Drug
In this gripping medical thriller, a group of dedicated doctors must race against time to find the cure for a deadly virus that is spreading rapidly across the globe. With high-stakes suspense and expertly crafted characters, Miracle Drug is a must-read for fans of medical dramas.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
