Review: A Lady in Attendance

 A Lady of Attendance

"Five years in a New York state reformatory have left a blemish on Hazel's real name. So when she takes a job as Doctor Gilbert Watts's lady in attendance in 1898, she does so under an alias. In the presence of her quiet and pious employer, Hazel finds more than an income. She finds a friend and a hope that if she can set her tarnished past in order, she might have a future after all.

As Gilbert becomes accustomed to the pleasant chatter of his new dental assistant, he can't help but sense something secretive about her. Perhaps there is more to this woman than meets the eye. Can the questions that loom between them ever be answered? Or will the deeds of days gone by forever rob the future of its possibilities?

Rachel Fordham pens a tender tale of a soft-spoken man, a hardened woman, and the friends that stand by them as they work toward a common purpose--to expunge the record of someone society deemed beyond saving--and perhaps find love along the way."

Author: Rachel Fordham

Genre: Historical Romance

I don’t even know where to begin. It has been a hot minute since I’ve picked up a book due to life hitting me on all sides, but I was feeling like a comfort read so a historical is what I grabbed. (It is my happy place)

I’ve known about this book for years and was so excited when it was finally published, but I was even more excited to finally crack open the pages and dive into this world.

I instantly fell in love with the characters, and the town, and the red corn tradition! This story reminded me why I love this genre & reading! It was beautifully written with the most swoon worthy hero. (I mean he has to be with a name like Gilbert 😉)

I loved the forgiveness arc, and the road to redemption, and the group of friends who became more like family that loved Hazel regardless of her past.

This book just made me happy! I’m so happy I picked it up when I did. I loved the story!
5/5 stars

*I received this book from the publisher**All opinions are my own*