Oxygen by Carol Cassella

An anesthesiologist deals with the death of a child under her care. She questions her future and doubts her past, wondering what she missed and if she could be responsible somehow. At the same time, her personal life requires some attention and navigation through difficult waters as her aging father, from whom she's been estranged, is losing his sight.

This is a fine first novel, full of emotional waters and interesting characters, plus the glimpse inside a world hidden to many of us. Definitely a good read. It would make a good book club novel as there is plenty to discuss!