BOOK BY: Cathy Gohlke
This was an interesting read about the discovery of insulin and the Spanish flu of 1918.
I don’t even know how to summarize this story as there were so many moving parts. It’s a story about family – strained relationships and the ability to forgive. It’s also set in New York City against the backdrop of prohibition, smuggling, and the discovery of insulin. It moves between New York and Toronto. It’s heartbreaking, difficult, and shocking.
There’s quite a large cast of characters for each part of the story (which is divided into Part One and Part Two). I didn’t like many of the characters – even Gwen at times. She made some silly decisions even though she knew she shouldn’t have.
As always, there was rich detail in setting and events. I could almost picture the seaside town where Gwen takes her nephew at one point in the story.
If you love immersive historical novels, put this one on your list.
I received a copy from the publisher through Net Galley. All opinions expressed are my own.