The Swiss Nurse (by Mario Escobar)

I enjoy reading historical fiction books. This one was a little different setting for me because it occurred during the Spanish Civil War. Told via three points of view, you experience life with Isabel, a refugee; her husband, Peter; and Elisabeth Eidenbenz, the woman who established a maternity hospital. The author has done a tremendous amount of research and attempted to write a story that will touch you deeply while providing background details and history. There are some difficult moments throughout the pages … rape, horrendous refugee camp conditions … and the swearing was unnecessary. However, as much as I did not enjoy reading this book, the facts and horrors of this time period deserve to be noted and the resilience and dedication of Elisabeth is admirable. It reminds me that there are glimmers of hope in the darkest moments. Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Muse for my advanced review copy. All opinions and thoughts are my own.

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