The Wages of Sin

Set in 1892 Edinburgh, "The Wages of Sin" follows Sarah Gilchrist, one of the first women accepted into the university's medical school, as she navigates societal and institutional barriers to pursue her dream of becoming a doctor. To gain practical experience, she volunteers at a charitable hospital, where she becomes entangled in a dark underworld involving bribery, crime, and corruption after a patient's mysterious death. As Sarah searches for the truth, her investigation leads her into dangerous territory, risking her safety in a city filled with hidden secrets. This novel offers a compelling blend of historical detail, a strong heroine, and a vivid portrayal of the challenges faced by women in medicine during the era.