Against the Grain!
Nora is the valedictorian of her college class, and wants to be a scientist, just the way her dad raised her. Unfortunately, it is 1885, and the world believes women should strive to be wives and mothers only. Her father has been replaced by a step-father who wholeheartedly agrees with that sentiment and fights Nora every step of the way.
In an attempt to win a scholarship, she goes to India. Unfortunately, Frederic, the man in charge also thinks women are useless. He hardly lets her participate in what she came to do, and she inadvertently causes horrible trouble for Frederic multiple times.
But India also gives Nora the chance to see schoolmate Owen differently, revel in the beauty of a foreign land, and change a little girl’s life—at a great cost to her. 
I sympathized with Nora about her stepfather’s dishonesty, but I never did like her study of bugs and it took me a while to warm up to her. Owen is a gem with his character and reliance on God. India and the story will charm and captivate you. I recommend this 4-star book to those who like tales in exotic or historical settings with a bit of romance.
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