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Dr. Kate Anderson, a recovering alcoholic, begins a new life in rural Immokalee, Florida. Her patients are Seminole Indians and migrant farm workers. In spite of her commitment to remain sober, Kate struggles with the temptation to lose herself in a bottle of vodka. She worries that she’s lost not only her hospital privileges and the respect of her peers, but also her compassion for her patients.
Kate battles with Tommy Tiger, the Seminole medicine man, over permission to treat patients. She is interested in learning about his herbal remedies and soon finds herself wanting to learn about Tommy himself. Can they overcome their differences?
Excerpts from Kate’s journal entries add insight into her thoughts and emotions.
Bilodeau’s descriptions are detailed and evocative. Her characters are true to life and interesting, and her subplots contribute depth to the story. The title refers to the care needed walking through the seagrass in the Everglades, where a misstep means sinking in the ooze. A good analogy for the danger of slipping every alcoholic faces. I enjoyed reading this novel and will recommend it to friends.
Reviewed by Marie DisBrow
for The Road to Romance
January 5, 2007
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