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Book Review: Healer by Carol Cassella

January 4, 2012 by Allie

The storytelling in this novel is filled with an underlying tension that grabs the reader and doesn’t let go until the last page. I didn’t expect that from a novel about a doctor who is forced to return to work after her husband loses a fortune on a failed cancer drug. Because she never completed her residency, the only work Claire can get is at a struggling health care clinic that primarily treats migrant workers. I was expecting a good story, but I was surprised at how gripping it was. The author creates a subtle but undeniable drama around the marriage, parenthood, health care, and friendships that make up the story. It kept me on edge with anticipation. I also became emotionally involved with the characters and felt very much entrenched in their lives. Healer is a story about marriage and friendship, but it is also a book that shines a spotlight on the plight of illegal immigrants and the ethics of medicine. I appreciated that the author was able to tell such a compelling story while allowing the reader to draw his/her own conclusions about difficult subjects. I recommend this satisfying and engrossing read to anyone who enjoys stories of courage and hope in the midst of adversity.

In compliance with FTC guidelines, please note that I received this book for free through Goodreads First Reads.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Book Reviews, doctors, Fiction, finances, immigrants, marriage, medicine

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