Book Review — Genesis by Robin Cook
A compelling and intriguing medical thriller. Although, this is my first book written by Robin Cook. But, it’s the 12th book of the series. The writing is so discrete and will keep you on edge of the seat the whole time.
The first few chapters include introduction of different characters and their back story. Like an alloy the author combines the characters into a riveting story. The pace of the story is apt. There are bombshells throughout the story.
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Kera Jacobsen who recently moved to her dream city New York to work as a social worker, has got friends and the perfect relationship. Jack Stapleton and Laurie Montgomery are the medical couple with 2 kids. With their own problems going on in their personal life, Laurie also has to make few management decisions. This is because Aria Nichols, a social worker in pathology has been difficult to work with everyone due to lack of professionalism.
Meanwhile, Laurie gets the case right in time to work with and observe Aria with the murder of — Kera Jacobsen who dies due to drug overdose . The case had to be confidential as ordered by Carl Henderson, the inquisitive character.
The story revolves around autopsies and genealogy. While doing autopsy Aria and Laurie find out that the victim was pregnant and there is no information about the father. The mystery of father makes the story more engrossing and characters more in danger. The story shows the magic of DNA and how much the medical world has progressed in the genealogical world.
This book is highly recommended and can’t wait to read the other books in the series.
