With Every Breath

Set in 1891 Washington D.C., With Every Breath follows Kate Livingston, a statistician working at the U.S. Census Bureau. When she accepts a position at a research hospital studying tuberculosis, she finds herself working alongside Trevor McDonough, an old academic rival from her school days. As Kate and Trevor collaborate on groundbreaking tuberculosis research, they navigate both professional challenges and personal conflicts. Their work brings them face-to-face with the devastating impact of the disease while testing their ability to trust and rely on each other. The novel examines the early days of tuberculosis research and treatment through the lens of two determined professionals bound by their shared mission. Historical details of 1890s medical practices, statistical methods, and Washington D.C. society provide context for the central narrative. The story explores themes of forgiveness, scientific progress, and the price of ambition in both personal and professional spheres. Through its focus on medical research and human relationships, the novel raises questions about sacrifice, redemption, and the costs of pursuing life-changing discoveries.

Readers appreciate the detailed historical research about tuberculosis treatment and medical practices in 1890s Washington DC. Many note the engaging romantic tension between the lead characters and their competitive academic rivalry. Positive reviews highlight: - Fast-paced plot that balances romance with medical mysteries - Strong faith elements that feel natural to the story - Complex characters with believable flaws - Accurate period details about medical research Common criticisms: - Some found the romance subplot predictable - A few readers wanted more development of secondary characters - Medical details occasionally overshadow the relationship dynamics Ratings: Goodreads: 4.15/5 (3,800+ ratings) Amazon: 4.6/5 (450+ ratings) Reader quote: "The perfect blend of history, medicine, faith and romance. The tuberculosis research felt real without being overly technical." - Goodreads reviewer Another notes: "Their academic rivalry and shared past created excellent tension, but I wished for more scenes with the supporting cast." - Amazon reviewer

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🔬 The book's focus on tuberculosis research reflects a critical period in medical history - the 1890s saw intense efforts to find a cure for TB, which was responsible for nearly one in seven deaths in the U.S. at the time. 🏛️ The story's setting in Washington, D.C.'s Garfield Hospital was inspired by real medical facilities of the era that were pioneering new treatments for tuberculosis patients. ✍️ Author Elizabeth Camden draws from her background as a research librarian to create historically accurate details, particularly in her portrayal of late 19th-century medical practices and record-keeping. 🎓 The competitive relationship between the main characters begins with a childhood academic rivalry at Capitol Hill School, a detail that Camden based on the actual educational system in 1880s Washington, D.C. 🌟 The novel won the 2015 RITA Award for Inspirational Romance, one of the highest honors in romance fiction, presented by the Romance Writers of America.