Path (Daly)

"An often riveting fictional testament of a doctor's life at the turn of the 20th century." -Kirkus ReviewsThe Unlocked Path illuminates the courage of pioneering women in medicine who opened doors for future generations.In 1897 Philadelphia, after witnessing her aunt's suicide, Eliza Edwards vows to find ways to help and heal. From the halls of America's first medical college for women to the devastating Spanish flu pandemic of 1918, Eliza's journey spans an era of unprecedented change. With the support of a circle of women and driven by a determination to conquer curriculum demands, battle sexism, and overcome doubts, Eliza charts a new life course, navigating a world determined to keep her in her place. "Eliza sees the best and worst of humanity, but never falters from her mission to limit suffering and save lives. It's a story of the ties of family, and friends and colleagues who become family. It's about love and loss, and the eternal struggle to live one's best life." -Tracey Enerson Wood, author of International Bestseller The Engineer's Wife

"Meticulously researched and beautifully written. The story of a life well lived." -Kathleen Grissom, NY Times bestselling author of The Kitchen HouseFrom the author of The Unlocked Path comes a sweeping continuation of Dr. Eliza Edwards' journey through some of America's most turbulent decades, celebrating the unsung women who fought for the right to heal and to change lives across generations.In 1936, as the Depression ravages careers, Eliza redefines 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 as she navigates personal loss, professional challenges, and a devastating malpractice lawsuit that threatens everything she's worked to achieve?2024 Chanticleer International Book Awards - 1st Place, Goethe Late Historical Fiction