The Virgin Cure A Novel
The Virgin Cure by Ami McKay is a reprint edition published by HarperCollins on July 2, 2013. This novel tells the story of a young girl who is abandoned and must navigate the challenges of poverty and treachery in post-Civil War New York City. Inspired by the author’s great-great-grandmother’s experiences as a pioneer in women’s medicine, the narrative explores themes of resilience and survival in a historical context.
Readers will find a rich exploration of the struggles faced by women during this era, as well as the emergence of early social warriors. The book delves into the complexities of coming of age against a backdrop of societal challenges, offering a poignant look at the lives of those who fought for change. With 352 pages, this edition presents a compelling narrative that intertwines fiction with historical elements, making it a significant addition to the literary and historical fiction genres.
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From #1 international bestselling author Ami McKay comes The Virgin Cure, the story of a young girl abandoned and forced to fend for herself in the poverty and treachery of post-Civil War New York City.
McKay, whose debut novel The Birth House made headlines around the world, returns with a resonant tale inspired by her own great-great-grandmother’s experiences as a pioneer of women’s medicine in nineteenth-century New York.
In a powerful novel that recalls the evocative fiction Anita Shreve, Annie Proulx, and Joanne Harris, Ami McKay brings to light the story of early, forward-thinking social warriors, creating a narrative that readers will find inspiring, poignant, adventure-filled, and utterly unforgettable.
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