Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

I left the NHS in 2022 after 41 years of clinical experience and still registered as an RGN. I have reviewed many nursing text book, the obvious was Florence Nightingale and laterly we heard of Mary Seacole but never Rebecca Strong. So was really interested to learn more about this remarkable lady.

What a remarkable lady who spent her life educating young nurses. I had no idea there was a Scottish connection having worked in Edinburgh in the 80s. She put down her long life as hard work and simple living.

Sad that she was a young protégé of Florence Nightgale but never celebrated until now and sad she was not more known in Scotland also.

Interesting read for nurses and students.

NetGalley, Jane Brown

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

I had never heard of Rebecca Strong until this biography. Reading it was inspiring and left me feeling empowered and amazed. What an amazing influence on the nursing profession! How she got overshadowed by Florence Nightingale, I'm not sure. This woman ranks right up there with impressive nursing innovation especially in the realm of education and registration for nurses. I am in awe!

NetGalley, Ashleigh Carter

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

Rebecca Strong lived to be 100. She nursed with Florence Nightingale and was the first nurse to take a temperature and get reprimanded by a doctor for doing so. However, she pioneered the training of nurses in hospitals, which helped standardize and improve training. This is a very interesting biography of a nurse who is not as well known as others but made a significant contribution to professional standards. It's well-written and an enjoyable read.

NetGalley, Rachael Rowe