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Elixir - by Charles Atkins (Hardcover)

Elixir - by  Charles Atkins (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Paediatric oncologist Dr Frank Garfield has discovered a genetic cure for cancer that can save his young patients. However, his mentor believes it will only be exploited by pharmaceutical companies. When his mentor is murdered by the sociopathic son of a pharma company CEO and it made to look like a burglary gone wrong, Garfield is left with a choice: let his research die or join forces with the drug company?<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b><i>Dr Frank Garfield has found a cure for cancer, but cut-throat businesses are looking to profit on the research and don't care who they trample over to do so. </i></b> <p/> Paediatric oncologist Dr Frank Garfield has discovered a genetic cure for cancer that can save his young patients. But his mentor, Nobel Prize laureate Dr Jackson Atlas, believes his research is like blood in the water for profit-hungry drug companies that will twist and weaponize it. <p/> UNICO Pharmaceuticals CEO Leona Lang is desperate to find a new product, and Frank's formula could be the answer. But Jackson is an obstacle. <p/> Dalton Lang, Leona's sociopathic son, has been tasked with seducing Frank into joining UNICO. His first steps are to eliminate Jackson and make it look like a burglary. <p/> With Jackson gone, will Frank be persuaded to join UNICO or let his research, which could blow apart the cancer industry, die? The lives of innocent children hang in the balance. Frank can save them . . . but at what cost?<p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><b>CHARLES ATKINS</b> <b>ELIXIR</b> Paediatric oncologist Dr Frank Garfield has discovered a genetic cure for cancer that can save his young patients. But his mentor, Nobel Prize laureate Dr Jackson Atlas, believes his research is like blood in the water for profit-hungry drug companies that will twist and weaponize it. UNICO Pharmaceuticals CEO Leona Lang is desperate to find a new product, and Frank's formula could be the answer. But Jackson is an obstacle. Dalton Lang, Leona's sociopathic son, has been tasked with seducing Frank into joining UNICO. His first steps are to eliminate Jackson and make it look like a burglary. With Jackson gone, will Frank be persuaded to join UNICO or let his research, which could blow apart the cancer industry, die? The lives of innocent children hang in the balance. Frank can save them . . . but at what cost?<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><i>A fast-paced mystery with two unforgettable leading ladies</i>-- "<b><i>Booklist</b></i> on <b><i>Done to Death</b></i>"<br><br><i>Atkins continues to provide the blend of plot development and well-rounded characters that makes the series so successful</i>-- "<b><i>Kirkus Reviews</b></i> on <b><i>Done to Death</b></i>"<br><br><i>For mystery lovers who value setting and characterization</i>-- "<b><i>Library Journal</b></i> on <b><i>Done to Death</b></i>"<br><br><i>Psychiatrist Atkins uses his background to good effect, employing numerous psychological motives and creating a satisfyingly twisted plot</i>-- "<b>Library Journal</b> on <b>Best Place to Die</b>"<br><br><i>The author effectively mixes a fast-moving plot with commentary on important social issues</i>-- "<b>Booklist</b> on <b>Best Place to Die</b>"<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Charles Atkins</b>, MD is a board-certified psychiatrist, clinical trainer, and author of both fiction and non-fiction. He lectures and provides trainings and workshops on topics related to mental health, mindfulness, and writing. With Severn House he has published two series, including the Barrett Conyors and the Lillian & Ada mysteries. www.charlesatkins.com

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