Against the Tide

Such a great story! I loved the deep research that went into this, and I loved having Bane as the hero. Lydia's struggles with the sips of syrup reminded me of a couple people I've known who have discovered an unsuspected reliance on oxy after some sort of injury. I've actually got some old books that have the Mrs. Winslow's ad in the back.
One of my favorite spots was the mention of the jasmine and rose soaps from Kentucky...since I'd literally just put down the “Rose of Winslow Street” book!
Content caution: there is frank discussion of opium use and side effects and a description of withdrawals.