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Sarah Brandt, a dedicated midwife in turn‑of‑the‑century New York, dedicates herself to the most vulnerable, all while her husband’s death leaves her despairing. Detective Sergeant Frank Malloy, her trusted ally, takes on the murder of Dr. Tom Brandt, a prominent physician whose death threatens the community. As Malloy investigates the families of the doctor’s patients for motives, he uncovers a disturbing revelation that could unravel Sarah’s steadfast morale and their budding future together.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Historical Mystery
Authors: Victoria Thompson
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