Shadows in the Ward

Shadows in the Ward by Katherine Anderson is a historical fiction novel published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform on October 18, 2016. This 308-page book follows Anna Gilman, a top graduate student embarking on her internship in psychiatric nursing at Westborough State Hospital. Upon her arrival, Anna is cautioned by her supervisor, Valerie Martin, to remain vigilant, as unsettling occurrences begin to unfold within the asylum’s walls.
As the story progresses, readers will encounter Anna’s growing anxiety and her complex interactions with Peder Roderick, a charismatic literature professor with a troubled past. His persistent attention adds to Anna’s unease, leading her to question the true nature of her surroundings and the patients she encounters. Shadows in the Ward delves into themes of mystery and psychological tension, inviting readers to explore the intricate dynamics of mental health and the hidden truths within the asylum.
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Anna Gilman is at the top of her class in graduate school and is about to start her internship in psychiatric nursing at Westborough State Hospital; however, when she arrives, her supervisor, Valerie Martin, warns her not to settle in. With Valerie’s words ringing in her ears and a new group of patients arriving, Anna begins to sense that something isn’t quite right about the asylum.Peder Roderick is a handsome, enigmatic literature professor who has been in and out of asylums for most of his adult life. For some reason, he has his eye on Anna who is well aware that Peder has a history of violence.As Anna struggles to keep her increasing uneasiness and anxiety at bay, Peder pursues her relentlessly, tormenting her and sending her spiraling out of control until Anna realizes that nothing at Westborough State Hospital is what it seems.
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