The Second Life of Mirielle West: A Haunting Historical Novel Perfect for Book Clubs

The Second Life of Mirielle West is a captivating tale of resilience, courage, and reinvention set in 1920s Louisiana and Los Angeles.

Follow Mirielle West, a socialite married to a silent film star, as she finds herself forcibly quarantined at the Carville Lepers Home after being branded a leper due to a pale patch of skin on her hand.

Despite the isolation and powerlessness of the Louisiana Leper Home, Mirielle must find community and purpose within its walls, struggling to redefine her self-worth while fighting an unchosen fate.

With a medical background as a registered nurse, Amanda Skenandore adds layers of detail and authenticity to the experiences of patients and medical professionals at Carville - the isolation, stigma, experimental treatments, and disparate community.

This timely book will strike a chord with readers of Fiona Davis, Tracey Lange, and Marie Benedict, and is sure to leave you inspired by Mirielle's unwavering spirit and determination to overcome her fate.

Don't miss out on this unforgettable story of repulsion, resilience, and the Roaring '20s - get your copy of The Second Life of Mirielle West today!