A Lady in Attendance

 

After being falsely accused and spending five years in a New York state reformatory, Hazel is now free and wants to redeem her name.  She can no longer go home to her family, for the false accusations has tarnished her family name and they are still trying to redeem themselves from the damage that was done.  She finds a job working for Dentist, Doctor Gilbert Watts as his lady in attendance and in him she finds more than an employer, she finds a good friend.  She's working hard to clear her name and finally has hope that her future may look brighter than she thought.  Gilbert on the other hand can tell that Hazel is hiding a secret.  When he finds out the truth about her past, will he be able to look beyond what meets the eye and see the real truth.

I just adored this story by author Rachel Fordham.   I was so intrigued with the character of Hazel and couldn't wait to see how the story played out.  The friendship was so sweet between her and Gilbert.  I couldn't help but feel sorry for Hazel.  Our choices when we are young can effect our future even if we are "innocent" being in the wrong place at the wrong time can have its consequences.  

I can't wait to see what this author writes next.  This was one is going on my list of favorites!

Thanks to Revell Reads for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.  I give this one five stars!  A must read for historical fiction readers.