Genesis

Robin Cook, a New York Times bestselling author, explores the use of DNA tracking to catch a killer in his medical thriller, "Genesis." When a social worker's body shows up on an autopsy table, further investigation reveals an alarming discovery. The young woman was ten weeks pregnant when she died, and nobody knows who the father is. Dr. Aria Nichols investigates a controversial new technique to track down the mystery father by using DNA databases. After Keras closest friend is found murdered, the need for answers becomes critical, and Aria and Laurie face becoming targets for a ruthless killer.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 400 pages
\n Publication date: 17 September 2020
\n Publisher: Pan Macmillan
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Genesis, a gripping medical thriller by New York Times bestselling author Robin Cook, delves into the captivating realm of employing DNA tracking to apprehend a killer. The narrative unfolds as the body of social worker Kera Jacobsen arrives at the autopsy table of Chief Medical Examiner Laurie Montgomerys, initially presenting itself as a tragic case of drug overdose. However, for Laurie, accompanied by her talented pathology resident, the brilliant yet outspoken Dr. Aria Nichols, further investigation unveils an unsettling truth. Kera, who was ten weeks pregnant at the time of her death, remains shrouded in mystery, with no apparent knowledge of her father's identity or whether he holds the key to unraveling the final moments of her life.

While Laurie grapples with personal challenges with the unwavering support of her husband, forensic pathologist Jack Stapleton, Aria embarks on a daring investigation into a controversial new approach to advance the case. Collaborating with experts at a genealogy website based in New York, Aria sets out to trace the fetal DNA in an attempt to identify the enigmatic father. As the stakes escalate, Keras closest friend is tragically found murdered, intensifying the urgency to uncover the truth. With a ruthless killer lurking in the shadows, Aria and Laurie find themselves in grave danger as they inch closer to the truth.

In this captivating medical mystery thriller, Robin Cook weaves a intricate web of suspense and intrigue, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as they unravel the mysteries surrounding Kera's death and the identity of her father. Genesis offers a thrilling and thought-provoking exploration of the power of genetic technology and the lengths individuals will go to protect their secrets. Prepare to be immersed in a world of medical expertise, psychological depth, and unrelenting danger as you delve into the pages of this unforgettable novel.

\n Weight: 286g\n
Dimension: 130 x 197 x 32 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781529019148\n \n