{"product_id":"the-invincible-miss-cust-paperback","title":"The Invincible Miss Cust - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003ePenny Haw\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheReads Best Historical Fiction of 2022 Finalist!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Inspiring, heartwarming, and ultimately triumphant.\"\u003cstrong\u003e --Lisa Wingate, #1 \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Book of Lost Friends\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"What a remarkable woman--and what an enthralling story!\" \u003cstrong\u003e--Janet Skeslien Charles, \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Paris Library\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMust-read historical fiction for fans of Marie Benedict and Tracey Enerson Wood, based on the real life of Britain's first woman veterinary surgeon.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAleen Cust has big dreams. And no one--not her family, society, or the law--will stop her.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBorn in Ireland in 1868 to an aristocratic English family, Aleen knows she is destined to work with animals, even if her family is appalled by the idea of a woman pursuing a veterinary career. Going against their wishes but with the encouragement of the guardian assigned to her upon her father's death, Aleen attends the New Veterinary College in Edinburgh, enrolling as A. I. Custance to spare her family the humiliation they fear. At last, she is on her way to becoming a veterinary surgeon! Little does she know her biggest obstacles lie ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Invincible Miss Cust\u003c\/em\u003e is based on the real life of Aleen Isabel Cust, who defied her family and society to become Britain and Ireland's first woman veterinary surgeon. Through Penny Haw's meticulous research, riveting storytelling, and elegant prose, Aleen's story of ambition, determination, family, friendship, and passion comes to life. It is a story that, even today, women will recognize, of battling patriarchy and an unequal society to realize one's dreams and pave the way for other women in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Praise for \u003cem\u003eThe Invincible Miss Cust\u003c\/em\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eThe Invincible Miss Cust\u003c\/em\u003e is an absolute delight, an exceptional, immersive work of historical fiction set amid the beautifully detailed landscapes of Ireland and England.\" \u003cstrong\u003e--Jennifer Chiaverini, \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eSwitchboard Soldiers\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A skillfully told story of an extraordinary woman's grit, determination, and devotion to her dream. Detailed and evocative, \u003cem\u003eThe Invincible Miss Cust\u003c\/em\u003e is an engrossing read.\" \u003cstrong\u003e--Shana Abé, \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Second Mrs. Astor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"I loved this gripping and inspirational book! Her courage and independence of spirit shine through on every beautifully-written page as she faces life's triumphs and tragedies.\" \u003cstrong\u003e--Fiona Valpy, bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Dressmaker's Gift\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"An amazing story! Haw's descriptive prose and deft characterizations lead us through Cust's remarkable life, setbacks and triumphs, and leaves us in awe of her perseverance, determination, and loyalty.\" \u003cstrong\u003e--Katherine Reay, bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe London House\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Printed Letter Bookshop\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 320\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 x 8.1 x 5.4 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 04, 2022\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42697210200127,"sku":"9781728257709","price":20.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/e55bc4569d942e65244f13157309dabc.webp?v=1765008714","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/the-invincible-miss-cust-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}