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Topic Name The Girl in His Shadow by Audrey Blake
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The Girl in His Shadow


The story of one woman who believed in scientific medicine before the world ...
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There had to have been many Noras that were practicing and learning in secret. Do you think historical fiction gives them a deserved voice and is it adequate?

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Jun. 27, 2021
by jos

When two people experience the same event, how much of their understanding of it is based on their lived experiences, and how much on the event itself?

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Jun. 14, 2021
by bill

Dr. Croft often resorts to disreputable methods to get subjects. For him, the ends justify the means. Do you agree with him? To what extent?

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Jun. 14, 2021
by bill

Though she's more qualified, Nora worries about being replaced by Daniel. Have you ever found yourself in a similar situation? What did you do about it?

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Jun. 14, 2021
by bill

Is Daniel's difficulty in accepting Nora's agency and expertise rooted in a lack of humility? Has a lack of humility ever kept you from developing yourself?

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Jun. 14, 2021
by bill

Can the respect of a mentor and care of a devoted housekeeper supplant parental affection?

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Jun. 14, 2021
by bill

Is sacrifice necessary to prove loyalty? Are such sacrifices fundamental to romantic love?

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Jun. 14, 2021
by bill

Do you see any parallels between Nora's situation in the nineteenth century and today?

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Jun. 14, 2021
by bill

Do you think Mrs. Phipps’ religious nature inclines her to needing Nora, while Dr. Croft's non-religious outlook inclines him to detachment?

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Jun. 14, 2021
by bill

Overall, what do you think of The Girl in His Shadow? (no spoilers in this thread, please)

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Jun. 14, 2021
by bill

Is Nora's motivation to obtain her medical license a truly self-satisfying impulse, or has the influence of Daniel's career arc artificially given her something to prove?

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Jun. 14, 2021
by bill

Compare Daniel's relationship with Mae and his relationship with Nora. How are they different? Are they similar in any way?

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Jun. 14, 2021
by bill

Do you think "disciple" is the right word to describe what Nora is to Croft? Do you think it’s better to pledge yourself to an ideal or to another person?

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May. 22, 2021
by christinec

While Nora originally dislikes Daniel, the two eventually grow to love each other. What does it appear brings them together, and why?

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May. 22, 2021
by christinec

Can you disapprove of a person without disapproving of their upbringing?

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May. 22, 2021
by christinec

Is removing the memory of pain the same as preventing it? If you had the ability to alter the memory of someone you had hurt so they didn't remember you doing it, would you?

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May. 15, 2021
by carriem

Throughout the story, Nora conducts a series of experiments and independent studies. What does it seem like she is hoping to learn?

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May. 11, 2021
by beckys

Which treatments surprised you the most? Can you identify any techniques that have carried over into modern medicine?

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May. 06, 2021
by Loveslife

What did you think about Nora's decision to speak up for herself, despite it resulting in public disgrace and punishment?

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May. 05, 2021
by judyw

What do you think about Harry’s betrayal of Nora and Daniel, in light of the fact that his betrayal amounts to telling the truth, rather than committing to an agreed-upon lie? To whom or what do you owe the greatest loyalty?

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May. 05, 2021
by Janet Smith

Does Nora's "stubbornness" account for her resilience? Have you found the greatest successes in your life from being stubborn or from being flexible?

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May. 05, 2021
by jos

Have you ever used any activity as a distraction, as Nora and Daniel do with their work? Do you see parallels between this kind of behavior and the recreational use of mind-altering substances?

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May. 02, 2021
by catherynez

How does Nora and Harry’s socioeconomic background affect how they are treated by other people?

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May. 02, 2021
by katherinep

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