Amanda Skenandore

Amanda Skenandore is an accomplished author of historical fiction known for her meticulously researched novels that illuminate forgotten corners of American history. Her works include "The Second Life of Mirielle West," which explores life in a 1920s Louisiana leprosarium, and "The Nurse's Secret," set in the gritty underbelly of Gilded Age New York. Skenandore's narratives center on resilient women navigating difficult circumstances, blending compelling character development with vivid historical detail. With a background in healthcare, she brings authenticity to her medical historical fiction, crafting stories that are both emotionally resonant and historically illuminating.