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.
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.
Genre: Fiction/Christian/Historical
Release date: June 1, 2021
Release date: June 1, 2021
Excerpt from A Lady In Attendance
“I don’t deserve such praise.” A sad look flashed across her face, and for the briefest moment he knew she was hurting, but he didn’t know why. He was not drawn to gossip, but he wished he knew what it was that weighed on her. As quickly as the look of sadness came, she smiled it away. “I am glad you don’t find my company appalling or too overbearing.
”All joking aside, he held her gaze and in a steady voice said, “I meant what I said. Your presence, it is delightful, a pleasure.” He’d never complimented a woman so openly. He waited, expecting to grow flustered or feel a sense of regret over the words, but he felt none.
“Thank you,” she said without looking away. “Now I must apologize again for being late. I hope you can forgive me.
”He nodded and waited, hoping for an explanation. In the short time he’d known her, he’d already learned that if he waited and let the silence hang, she’d fidget until she finally said what she was holding back.
“I didn’t mean to be late,” she said, interrupting the silence. “I was busy last night and didn’t get much sleep. It was so late when I finally went to bed . . . I shouldn’t even be telling you all this, as it’s most improper. But, well, when I closed my eyes, it was for much longer than I had intended. I never would have allowed myself to even sit if I’d thought I would sleep so long. It won’t happen again.”
”All joking aside, he held her gaze and in a steady voice said, “I meant what I said. Your presence, it is delightful, a pleasure.” He’d never complimented a woman so openly. He waited, expecting to grow flustered or feel a sense of regret over the words, but he felt none.
“Thank you,” she said without looking away. “Now I must apologize again for being late. I hope you can forgive me.
”He nodded and waited, hoping for an explanation. In the short time he’d known her, he’d already learned that if he waited and let the silence hang, she’d fidget until she finally said what she was holding back.
“I didn’t mean to be late,” she said, interrupting the silence. “I was busy last night and didn’t get much sleep. It was so late when I finally went to bed . . . I shouldn’t even be telling you all this, as it’s most improper. But, well, when I closed my eyes, it was for much longer than I had intended. I never would have allowed myself to even sit if I’d thought I would sleep so long. It won’t happen again.”
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Rachel Fordham is the author of The Hope of Azure Springs, Yours Truly, Thomas, and
A Life Once Dreamed. Fans expect stories with heart, and she delivers, diving deep into
the human experience and tugging at reader emotions. She loves connecting with
people, traveling to new places, and daydreaming about future projects that will have
sigh-worthy endings and memorable characters. She is a busy mom, raising both
biological and foster children (a cause she feels passionate about). She lives
with her husband and children on an island in the state of Washington.
Rachel Fordham is the author of The Hope of Azure Springs, Yours Truly, Thomas, and
A Life Once Dreamed. Fans expect stories with heart, and she delivers, diving deep into
the human experience and tugging at reader emotions. She loves connecting with
people, traveling to new places, and daydreaming about future projects that will have
sigh-worthy endings and memorable characters. She is a busy mom, raising both
biological and foster children (a cause she feels passionate about). She lives
with her husband and children on an island in the state of Washington.
Blog Stops
Excerpt One: http://montanamade.weebly.com/tell-tale-book-reviews/celebrate-lit-epic-book-launch-a-lady-in-attendance-by-rachel-fordham-excerpt
Excerpt Two: https://tabithabouldinauthor.home.blog/2021/05/13/a-lady-in-attendance-excerpt/
Excerpt Three: https://blossomsandblessings.blogspot.com/2021/05/a-lady-in-attendance-by-rachel-fordham.html
Excerpt Four: https://www.wishfulendings.com/2021/05/read-excerpt-from-this-christian.html
Excerpt Five: https://www.artistwriterandstudentohmy.com/posts/a-lady-in-attendance-book-excerpt/
Excerpt Six: https://storiesbygina.wordpress.com/2021/05/14/a-lady-in-attendance-epic-book-launch/
Excerpt Seven: https://splashesofjoy.wordpress.com/2021/05/11/a-lady-in-attendance-epic-book-launch/
Excerpt Two: https://tabithabouldinauthor.home.blog/2021/05/13/a-lady-in-attendance-excerpt/
Excerpt Three: https://blossomsandblessings.blogspot.com/2021/05/a-lady-in-attendance-by-rachel-fordham.html
Excerpt Four: https://www.wishfulendings.com/2021/05/read-excerpt-from-this-christian.html
Excerpt Five: https://www.artistwriterandstudentohmy.com/posts/a-lady-in-attendance-book-excerpt/
Excerpt Six: https://storiesbygina.wordpress.com/2021/05/14/a-lady-in-attendance-epic-book-launch/
Excerpt Seven: https://splashesofjoy.wordpress.com/2021/05/11/a-lady-in-attendance-epic-book-launch/
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