The Mandrake Broom

<p><strong>In 1465 the world is a dangerous place for women who practice medicine. Even more dangerous for those who defy authority.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Luccia Alimenti is a woman who does just that.</p><p><br></p><p>As a daughter of one of the legendary female doctors called Salernistas she travels Europe dispensing herbs remedies and the ancient medical texts of Trotula.</p><p><br></p><p>Those put her in direct conflict with the powerful Inquisition. </p><p><br></p><p>When she becomes an archer to save women from the pyre the battle really begins.</p><p><br></p><p><em>Finalist for the Lambda Literary Award this is a story based on extensive research of historical events and actual remedies. </em></p>