Set against the vibrant backdrop of and the somber reality of Carville, Louisiana , this historical novel explores a little-known chapter of American medical history.
: Mirielle West, a glamorous socialite and wife of a silent film star, is forcibly quarantined at the Louisiana Leper Home after a routine doctor's visit reveals a pale patch of skin—a diagnosis of leprosy (now known as Hansen’s Disease ). Set against the vibrant backdrop of and the
: Author Amanda Skenandore , a registered nurse, leverages her medical background to provide a deeply researched and authentic look at the experimental treatments and isolation patients endured at Carville. Key Themes & Characters Key Themes & Characters : The narrative follows
: The narrative follows Mirielle's transformation from a spoiled, entitled socialite into a compassionate woman who finds a "second life" through caring for others and redefining her own self-worth. a registered nurse
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