The Physician's Daughter

‘I LOVED it. What an achievement - historical fiction at its best. It was so detailed, real and atmospheric - I felt I was there with Vita, Jacob et al. Tremendous characters - vivid, complex and inspiring … a truly wonderful book. One of those books that stop you doing ANYTHING until it’s finished. Utterly compelling & inspiring. A sweeping story of an amazing woman battling to break through the constraints of her time. Read it!’ - Tracy Rees‘Vividly realised, and impeccably researched, with a determined female lead, this is perfect for fans of Jennifer Donnelly.’ - Kayte Nunn, author of The Botanist’s Daughter‘A riveting read set during the American civil war, about a pioneering young woman dead-set on becoming a doctor.’ - Inga Vesper, author of The Long, Long Afternoon‘In the proud tradition of female characters from Jo March to Meredith Grey, Vita Tenney takes her place as a determined woman unwilling to let society or her family control her destiny. I was captivated by The Physician’s Daughter. The novel stays with you.’ - Tony Phelan, executive producer of Grey’s Anatomy and Council of Dads‘Completely charming’ - Imogen Hermes Gowar on The Floating Theatre

Martha Conway has been nominated for an Edgar Award and won the North American Book Award for Best Historical Fiction. She teaches creative writing for Stanford University’s Continuing Studies Program. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, she is one of seven sisters. She now lives in San Francisco with her family.