Hilda Wade, A Woman With Tenacity of Purpose
by Grant Allen
'Hilda Wade, A Woman With Tenacity of Purpose' Summary
Hilda Wade, A Woman With Tenacity of Purpose is an early detective novel by Grant Allen. It features the capable nurse Hilda Wade, who has a mysterious past and a secret purpose. When Hilda arrives at the hospital, she quickly catches the attention of Dr. Hubert Cumberledge, who becomes her devoted friend. Together, they embark on a journey to uncover the truth behind Hilda's past and help her achieve her goals. Their journey takes them across the world, from London to South Africa, Rhodesia, India, Nepaul, Tibet and back. Along the way, they face deadly perils and challenges that test their limits. But Hilda's extraordinary logic and clear thinking help them overcome every obstacle. In the end, Hilda finally achieves her secret purpose, but not without making some difficult choices. She learns that sometimes the truth can be painful, but it is always worth fighting for. Hilda Wade is a complex and fascinating character. She is a brilliant detective, but she is also a deeply flawed human being. She is driven by a desire for justice, but she is also willing to bend the rules in order to achieve her goals. This is a well-written and suspenseful novel that will keep you guessing until the very end.Book Details
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Charles Grant Blairfindie Allen was a Canadian science writer and novelist, educated in England. He was a public promoter of evolution in the second half of the nineteenth cen...
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