The Surgeon's Lady (Carla Kelly).

The Surgeon’s Lady by Carla Kelly is a gripping historical romance set in 19th century London. The story follows Lady Laura Taunton, a cold and cynical woman who is sold into marriage at a young age, against her will. While working as a nurse during the English war against Napoleon, she meets Lieutenant Brittle, an attractive but mysterious Royal Naval officer.

Laura soon discovers that Brittle is the one man who will be able to heal her wounds caused by her past experiences, but it won’t be easy for them to find peace with each other. The relationship develops slowly and carefully by a series of missteps and complications, until it eventually leads to love.

The book is infused with historical detail and rich character development. We learn about Laura’s relationships in her past including her bitter and controlling husband, and how Brittle comes to understand her and provide her