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Die Again Tomorrow
Isabel Leon, the star of a survival reality show, thinks she can endure anything. But when she unwittingly gives an unscrupulous mogul a chance to profit from her murder, she becomes the target of a terrifying killer who makes nature seem tame by comparison.
At first left for dead, she is rescued by a medical research team that operates outside the law. She awakens to find she's the living proof of a breakthrough that can change the world. Some people would pay any price to control it. Others would simply steal the secret--even if it costs Isabel's life. As powerful rivals pursue her, Isabel must risk everything to protect those she loves--or die again tomorrow.
“ Die Again Tomorrow held me captive me from the opening chapter—in which a murdered woman is subjected to a secret medical procedure that brings her back to life. From there the story takes off like a rocket, full of surprises, fascinating science, and vivid characters. If you enjoy the medical thrillers of Crichton and Cook, this book is for you. I can’t recommend it highly enough.”—Douglas Preston
At first left for dead, she is rescued by a medical research team that operates outside the law. She awakens to find she's the living proof of a breakthrough that can change the world. Some people would pay any price to control it. Others would simply steal the secret--even if it costs Isabel's life. As powerful rivals pursue her, Isabel must risk everything to protect those she loves--or die again tomorrow.
“ Die Again Tomorrow held me captive me from the opening chapter—in which a murdered woman is subjected to a secret medical procedure that brings her back to life. From there the story takes off like a rocket, full of surprises, fascinating science, and vivid characters. If you enjoy the medical thrillers of Crichton and Cook, this book is for you. I can’t recommend it highly enough.”—Douglas Preston
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First published September 29, 2015
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August 18, 2015
OK this was my MOST anticipated read of 2015 as I love a medical thriller that is both technologically fascinating and suspenseful. Right now I feel a little let down and just disappointed as I have read both of this author's previous books. I had expected more.
The main character was not someone I could admire and envy for her brains and gumption but a melodramatic and histrionic "survivalist" with simply a knack for getting into impossible situations that were not only improbable but sometimes ridiculous. The outcome was totally predictable. I don't know what else to say right now.
I read this book in one sitting because I had been so excited about it having read the other two of her books. It was like I was not even reading the same author but I definitely would like to give Ms Peikoff another chance with a future book. Being a nurse myself and reading every type of medical thriller out there, I really was looking for much more from this author. The idea of resuscitation and bringing back the dead (reanimating) is not new, however, the way it was presented herein was just not believable (the ship, the scientists there, etc.) and that main character...UGH UGH UGH. Hoped she would die.
Bummed.
Thank you to Kensington Books Pinnacle for the e-book ARC to review.
The main character was not someone I could admire and envy for her brains and gumption but a melodramatic and histrionic "survivalist" with simply a knack for getting into impossible situations that were not only improbable but sometimes ridiculous. The outcome was totally predictable. I don't know what else to say right now.
I read this book in one sitting because I had been so excited about it having read the other two of her books. It was like I was not even reading the same author but I definitely would like to give Ms Peikoff another chance with a future book. Being a nurse myself and reading every type of medical thriller out there, I really was looking for much more from this author. The idea of resuscitation and bringing back the dead (reanimating) is not new, however, the way it was presented herein was just not believable (the ship, the scientists there, etc.) and that main character...UGH UGH UGH. Hoped she would die.
Bummed.
Thank you to Kensington Books Pinnacle for the e-book ARC to review.
January 9, 2019
This book was good from the start, but I never considered it 5 star until the middle. That's when it got intense, scary, and unable to determine what in the world will happen next. Yes it is a medical thriller and I will read more by this author.
September 30, 2015
I was given an electronic copy of this book by Kensington Books and NetGalley, in exchange for an honest review.
A young woman washes up on shore and, despite all of their best efforts, the EMTs that were dispatched cannot save her. Luck is with her, however, as one of the responding ambulances contains Dr. Quinn. Working for a group called the Network, Dr. Quinn has the most innovative medical advances and equipment at his disposal. With a special drug of his own making called X101, the Doctor is able to protect the woman from brain damage and use extraordinary measures to save her life. Although Die Again Tomorrow starts out as a straight up medical thriller, it turns out to be anything but. With an interesting concept and well developed characters, this book delivers a thrilling pace from beginning to end. Using medicine to gamble with lives and futures is not often done in the real world, but considerably more often than most people think. This is a cautionary tale for the future, as advances and possibilities in medicine just may make the ideas in this book a reality.
A young woman washes up on shore and, despite all of their best efforts, the EMTs that were dispatched cannot save her. Luck is with her, however, as one of the responding ambulances contains Dr. Quinn. Working for a group called the Network, Dr. Quinn has the most innovative medical advances and equipment at his disposal. With a special drug of his own making called X101, the Doctor is able to protect the woman from brain damage and use extraordinary measures to save her life. Although Die Again Tomorrow starts out as a straight up medical thriller, it turns out to be anything but. With an interesting concept and well developed characters, this book delivers a thrilling pace from beginning to end. Using medicine to gamble with lives and futures is not often done in the real world, but considerably more often than most people think. This is a cautionary tale for the future, as advances and possibilities in medicine just may make the ideas in this book a reality.
July 27, 2016
I think what ruined the book for me in the beginning was finding grammatical errors. I found 3 that I book marked, though there were a few more (words missing from sentences, misplaced punctuation). The editor and publisher should have caught these mistakes.
The story itself was predictable and completely unrealistic. Yes, I know it's a work of fiction, but many things didn't add up throughout.
The story itself was predictable and completely unrealistic. Yes, I know it's a work of fiction, but many things didn't add up throughout.
January 16, 2017
One of the most suspenseful books I've read in a while, with amazing plot twists, layers of buildup, and excellent character development. I'm especially impressed with the author's portrayal of the villain. A psychopath according to every definition of the word, this character is depicted as a coldblooded man with no empathy and who can lead a dual criminal life without batting an eye. His clearheaded logic and thirst for admiration encourage him to act mostly on the side of good despite his lack of empathy, but push him a little and he will show his colors because deep down, he does not care if anyone gets hurt. This character, in a sense, reflects the reality behind dangerous psychopathic criminals, individuals who can maneuver a facade and hurt people with no empathy or guilt, who are nevertheless capable of loving their families very much yet whose love, unlike what is often shown in books and movies, is not a redeeming factor.
August 23, 2017
It took me forever to read this book, not because it's not good, but because I was reading some amazing books this year and this one kept getting pushed to the bottom of my list. This isn't my typical genre of fiction, but I did enjoy it. Each time I picked it up, though infrequent, I got wrapped up in the story and didn't want to put it down. If you're into medical thrillers, you'd probably like this novel.
January 6, 2025
The protagonist is a young female adventure reality TV show star who endures a mishap while diving in the ocean. She is amazingly brought back to life by a team of covert scientists. Who tried to kill her? Why? How was she brought back to life? This book is an easy reading thriller that had enough twists to keep the reader engaged. It’s a little predictable and sometimes unbelievable, but still a fun read.
March 29, 2022
Generally enjoyable thriller, but a lot weaker than the first novel of this series. Keeps your attention, but some marvelously cheap cliffhanger endings to chapters and the main character lacks a clear motivation for why he helps the girl. I understand that he might want to do something for her, but he kind of brought her back to life already. That’s enough. Drop her off and move one.
May 30, 2017
Great read!
Started the book while on vacation. After getting just a few pages in, I couldn't put it down. The storyline was exceptional and easy to believe. I will be following this author more
Started the book while on vacation. After getting just a few pages in, I couldn't put it down. The storyline was exceptional and easy to believe. I will be following this author more
August 28, 2022
3.5 stars
September 12, 2022
This was a good book :) suspense, romance, intrigue. Multiple sides of a story from multiple perspectives told well. A bit of a suprise ending. I'd honestly possibly read it again.
March 30, 2024
This was a fun, wild ride. Interesting premise and a few twists I didn’t see coming.
March 20, 2016
When a story starts with the murder of the lead character I think it is fairly natural to assume that what follows will be a mixture of flashback and the efforts that go into solving the crime. Not so with this inventive novel from Kira Peikoff.
When Isabel Leon, a survival television star, is found dead at the scene of what appears to be an accidental drowning she has the good fortune to be treated by a very special ambulance. On board is Dr Quinn, along with his paramedic team, a scientist who has been researching a serum for reversing death in its earliest stage (don't worry, we're not talking necromancy here!). He has been on the lookout for a suitable test subject and Isabel is it. Following her revival she finds herself on a top secret ship, one that is being used as a research facility by a clandestine group of scientists determined to help the world with their discoveries but frustrated by many years of red tape - an idea I found very compelling.
What follows is part science fiction, hospital drama and crime novel rolled into one. The events that lead to the murder are carefully constructed and believable. The antagonist, though a bit too predictable, is appropriately sinister with the unravelling of this particular character especially well written. Isabel's determination to solve things keeps her and, as time goes on, those around in her constant danger with no let up in pace. Throw in several twists and turns along the way and you have a good crime caper.
Ultimately I found it slightly disappointing. Die Again Tomorrow starts with such an interesting premise that I was really intrigued but this becomes more incidental as the plot progresses. Several sub-plots too many do not help as they are simply not necessary, and for a survival star Isabel is quite a weak and far too emotional character.
Having said that, if crime is your thing and you want to try something a little different then this is definitely one for you.
Thanks to NetGalley and Kensington Books/Pinnacle for a review copy.
When Isabel Leon, a survival television star, is found dead at the scene of what appears to be an accidental drowning she has the good fortune to be treated by a very special ambulance. On board is Dr Quinn, along with his paramedic team, a scientist who has been researching a serum for reversing death in its earliest stage (don't worry, we're not talking necromancy here!). He has been on the lookout for a suitable test subject and Isabel is it. Following her revival she finds herself on a top secret ship, one that is being used as a research facility by a clandestine group of scientists determined to help the world with their discoveries but frustrated by many years of red tape - an idea I found very compelling.
What follows is part science fiction, hospital drama and crime novel rolled into one. The events that lead to the murder are carefully constructed and believable. The antagonist, though a bit too predictable, is appropriately sinister with the unravelling of this particular character especially well written. Isabel's determination to solve things keeps her and, as time goes on, those around in her constant danger with no let up in pace. Throw in several twists and turns along the way and you have a good crime caper.
Ultimately I found it slightly disappointing. Die Again Tomorrow starts with such an interesting premise that I was really intrigued but this becomes more incidental as the plot progresses. Several sub-plots too many do not help as they are simply not necessary, and for a survival star Isabel is quite a weak and far too emotional character.
Having said that, if crime is your thing and you want to try something a little different then this is definitely one for you.
Thanks to NetGalley and Kensington Books/Pinnacle for a review copy.
August 10, 2015
Die Again Tomorrow is a chilling thriller that is impossible to put down. I was engrossed from the first chapter.
Isabel Leon, the star of Wild Woman, can survive anything, except the death of her mother. When an experimental cancer cure is the only hope for her survival, Isabel makes a desperate gamble. In exchange for the funds necessary to purchase the drug, Isabel sells her 2 million dollar life insurance policy - unwittingly giving the purchaser a motive for murder.
In this case, her death is only the beginning. When her body is recovered, Isabel is taken by the Network and resuscitated by an illegal experimental protocol. She remembers her death, her murder. Now that she is alive, it is only a matter of time before the murderer strikes again. She makes a deal with the Network - they will help her find the killer, the man who purchases lives and instigates their deaths.
Part of what makes this such an amazing novel is the complex nature of the killer, as well as the sheer depths of his evil. He is not a two dimensional construct. He is a living, breathing, three-dimensional sociopath who haunts the reader long after the last page is turned.
The action is both fast-paced and believable, as is the romance that develops between Isabel and Richard.
I liked how Peikoff tells the tale, alternating between characters and perspectives. It makes the unmasking of the identity of the killer all the more poignant.
Die Again Tomorrow is an excellent thriller, eloquently written, and filled with memorable characters. I highly recommend this novel to anyone who enjoys mystery or suspense.
5/5
Die Again Tomorrow is available for preorder and will be released September 30, 2015.
I received a copy of Die Again Tomorrow from the publisher and netgalley.com in exchange for an honest review.
—Crittermom
Die Again Tomorrow is a not to be missed thriller
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Isabel Leon, the star of Wild Woman, can survive anything, except the death of her mother. When an experimental cancer cure is the only hope for her survival, Isabel makes a desperate gamble. In exchange for the funds necessary to purchase the drug, Isabel sells her 2 million dollar life insurance policy - unwittingly giving the purchaser a motive for murder.
In this case, her death is only the beginning. When her body is recovered, Isabel is taken by the Network and resuscitated by an illegal experimental protocol. She remembers her death, her murder. Now that she is alive, it is only a matter of time before the murderer strikes again. She makes a deal with the Network - they will help her find the killer, the man who purchases lives and instigates their deaths.
Part of what makes this such an amazing novel is the complex nature of the killer, as well as the sheer depths of his evil. He is not a two dimensional construct. He is a living, breathing, three-dimensional sociopath who haunts the reader long after the last page is turned.
The action is both fast-paced and believable, as is the romance that develops between Isabel and Richard.
I liked how Peikoff tells the tale, alternating between characters and perspectives. It makes the unmasking of the identity of the killer all the more poignant.
Die Again Tomorrow is an excellent thriller, eloquently written, and filled with memorable characters. I highly recommend this novel to anyone who enjoys mystery or suspense.
5/5
Die Again Tomorrow is available for preorder and will be released September 30, 2015.
I received a copy of Die Again Tomorrow from the publisher and netgalley.com in exchange for an honest review.
—Crittermom
Die Again Tomorrow is a not to be missed thriller
http://muttcafe.com/2015/08/die-again...
August 5, 2016
Isabel Leon, television reality star, is dead. Her body, washed up on Key West beach, is discovered by a toddler. Two ambulances arrive simultaneously, when she has been gone for seven minutes. One set of EMTs do their best to resuscitate her, but twenty-one minutes dead, they give up and call her death. The other EMTs are waiting nearby and agree to take the body to the morgue.
But once the second group has Isabel’s body in their ambulance, things begin to happen. Dr. Horatio Quinn presses a button and the doctored (no pun intended) ambulance begins to turn into a small laboratory. Using X101, an experimental drug not approved by the FDA and developed by Quinn, is administered along with a set of complicated other medical interventions.
Soon Isabel is alive. Although she suffers from fatigue, as is expected, there is no brain damage. The medical team who saved her operates outside the law. The Network, as it is called, can change the world.
But Isabel faces a major hurdle. She recently “sold” her life insurance to save her mother from breast cancer. She herself, a high risk, underwent a double mastectomy to avoid the cancer from developing in her. Now that she will probably live a long and healthy life, her broker is furious. It will take too many years for him to collect, and he wants, no needs, the money now.
The story begins at the end, with Isabel’s death and continues that way for a while. Readers get a chance to see the backstory so that when the narrative shifts from past to present, the transition is seamless. That’s tricky thing to pull off, but Piekoff does it masterfully. The story grabbed me from the first sentence (1 minute dead.). In addition to her “benefactor”, there are people who want to get their hands on the X101 and will get rid of anything and anyone who is in the way. A great thrill ride that I give 5 out of 5 stars.
But once the second group has Isabel’s body in their ambulance, things begin to happen. Dr. Horatio Quinn presses a button and the doctored (no pun intended) ambulance begins to turn into a small laboratory. Using X101, an experimental drug not approved by the FDA and developed by Quinn, is administered along with a set of complicated other medical interventions.
Soon Isabel is alive. Although she suffers from fatigue, as is expected, there is no brain damage. The medical team who saved her operates outside the law. The Network, as it is called, can change the world.
But Isabel faces a major hurdle. She recently “sold” her life insurance to save her mother from breast cancer. She herself, a high risk, underwent a double mastectomy to avoid the cancer from developing in her. Now that she will probably live a long and healthy life, her broker is furious. It will take too many years for him to collect, and he wants, no needs, the money now.
The story begins at the end, with Isabel’s death and continues that way for a while. Readers get a chance to see the backstory so that when the narrative shifts from past to present, the transition is seamless. That’s tricky thing to pull off, but Piekoff does it masterfully. The story grabbed me from the first sentence (1 minute dead.). In addition to her “benefactor”, there are people who want to get their hands on the X101 and will get rid of anything and anyone who is in the way. A great thrill ride that I give 5 out of 5 stars.
January 11, 2016
This book grabbed my attention from the first pages and didn't let go until long after I finished reading.
The formulation X101 is a wonder drug. It can inhibit the death of brain cells after the body has ceased to function giving doctors the time needed to repair the deadly injuries before re-starting the heart and life. After Isabel Leon undergoes this ground breaking procedure, she realises that her time is limited before the man who killed her tries again.
I keep imagining the value of such a drug and the lives that could be saved. Author Kira Peikoff also brings to light the cost associated with such discoveries. There is always at least one unscrupulous person who will stoop to the lowest level to unfairly take advantage of such work. That is where the story took twists that I couldn't have anticipated. I was kept on edge the entire time wondering what level Ms. Peikoff would take me to next.
There were lots of great things about this story that I want to comment on such at the setting, and the possibly unethical buying of trading of a certain commodity, but I don't want to spoil the story for you. I loved this book and am looking forward to reading more by Kira Peikoff.
The formulation X101 is a wonder drug. It can inhibit the death of brain cells after the body has ceased to function giving doctors the time needed to repair the deadly injuries before re-starting the heart and life. After Isabel Leon undergoes this ground breaking procedure, she realises that her time is limited before the man who killed her tries again.
I keep imagining the value of such a drug and the lives that could be saved. Author Kira Peikoff also brings to light the cost associated with such discoveries. There is always at least one unscrupulous person who will stoop to the lowest level to unfairly take advantage of such work. That is where the story took twists that I couldn't have anticipated. I was kept on edge the entire time wondering what level Ms. Peikoff would take me to next.
There were lots of great things about this story that I want to comment on such at the setting, and the possibly unethical buying of trading of a certain commodity, but I don't want to spoil the story for you. I loved this book and am looking forward to reading more by Kira Peikoff.
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January 12, 2016Isabel Leon has seemed to always been at the right place at the right time. Her strength and stamina have landed her reality-television stardom, but when the chips are down, she’s willing to do whatever it takes to save her family. She’s decided to sell her life insurance policy in order to afford the breakthrough treatment for her mother’s cancer. However, ever since, Isabel feels as if she’s being watched. When she washes up dead on shore, a special research team brings her back to life using an unapproved medical treatment. Now everything Isabel and the Network have worked for is in jeopardy. DIE AGAIN TOMORROW is a well-written thriller, dealing with many aspects of medical ethics (or lack thereof). The characters are well-developed, with quite a few readers will love to hate. I appreciated the fact DIE AGAIN TOMORROW was not as ‘preachy’ as NO TIME TO DIE, the author’s previous novel featuring the Network. DIE AGAIN TOMORROW should be taken as a warning for the current and future possibilities of unregulated research without an ethical and legal framework.
January 27, 2016
Isabel is desperate for money, so sells her life insurance policy, not realizing that it will make her a target. When she is murdered, a team of medical people working outside the law bring her back to life. The secret of this life restoring process is sought after by those who are willing to kill to get it. Isabel finds herself in the middle of the madness, as she tries to protect her family, as well as her own life, so she doesn't die again tomorrow.
This is an interesting premise, and the author certainly tried to make the medical issues real, but I personally can't quite make that leap. It is necessary for the plot, and thus I had a hard time really getting in to the story. It was well-written and the characters were well done and interesting. And solving the mystery of who is doing the killing and how all the pieces fit together is what drew me in. I simply put the "back to life" issue in the background and accepted it as fantasy.
I think most readers would like the book and I would recommend it.
This is an interesting premise, and the author certainly tried to make the medical issues real, but I personally can't quite make that leap. It is necessary for the plot, and thus I had a hard time really getting in to the story. It was well-written and the characters were well done and interesting. And solving the mystery of who is doing the killing and how all the pieces fit together is what drew me in. I simply put the "back to life" issue in the background and accepted it as fantasy.
I think most readers would like the book and I would recommend it.
January 29, 2016
This book was a fun, but really weird read! Die Again Tomorrow by Kira Peikoff is about Isabel and her need to help her mother. So what does she do? She dies... And is brought back to life! She's given a medical miracle that gives her a second chance at her life. BUT now she's in danger and 'they' will do anything to have it and her. I love the summary's ending: 'As powerful rivals pursue her, Isabel must risk everything to protect those she loves -- or die again tomorrow!'
I really enjoyed this book. It was full of action and the story was a jump in medical science. Though I didn't agree with Isobel's actions, she rocked this story! It's one of those books that once you start, your mind is thinking as your eyes take the adventure in another direction and not once are you bored! I enjoyed it so much, I passed the book on and I know they'll love it just as much as I did.
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**Book provided by Kira Peikoff, for an honest review.
I really enjoyed this book. It was full of action and the story was a jump in medical science. Though I didn't agree with Isobel's actions, she rocked this story! It's one of those books that once you start, your mind is thinking as your eyes take the adventure in another direction and not once are you bored! I enjoyed it so much, I passed the book on and I know they'll love it just as much as I did.
For the rest of this review: http://bit.ly/1Sp9dNR
**Book provided by Kira Peikoff, for an honest review.
October 6, 2015
Interesting medical thriller
The book is about a young woman who is murdered and washes up on the beach shortly after her death. Her dead body is taken by scientists who are able to revive her using an illegal experimental drug. The thought is to put into the hospital and make it look like she got lost due to paperwork. Plans go astray when it is learned that the killer is going to try again.
There is a lot of suspense and intrigue in the book. Once you learn the killer's real identity, there is still thrilling action where you do not know how or even if they will be captured.
I was disappointed in the female lead character. She was very flighty and not very smart. I wasn't able to completely identify with her.
Note that I received a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
The book is about a young woman who is murdered and washes up on the beach shortly after her death. Her dead body is taken by scientists who are able to revive her using an illegal experimental drug. The thought is to put into the hospital and make it look like she got lost due to paperwork. Plans go astray when it is learned that the killer is going to try again.
There is a lot of suspense and intrigue in the book. Once you learn the killer's real identity, there is still thrilling action where you do not know how or even if they will be captured.
I was disappointed in the female lead character. She was very flighty and not very smart. I wasn't able to completely identify with her.
Note that I received a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
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November 24, 2015Amazing story A young woman's murder touches off an amazing series of events.
What if you died but could be brought back to life? That's what happens to Isabel. She soon learns why she was murdered and the evil forces behind her murder that are furious when they discover she is alive.
A secret formula and a secret team of doctors are involved with bringing people back to life.
Isabel discovers two doctors are behind her murder and that they are cashing on life insurance policies by murdering the policyholders (making it look like accidents).
They want her dead at all costs and they also want to get their hands on the formula so they can sell it.
She sets about to bring them down and disclose their actions/hidden lives while desperately trying to stay alive herself.
What if you died but could be brought back to life? That's what happens to Isabel. She soon learns why she was murdered and the evil forces behind her murder that are furious when they discover she is alive.
A secret formula and a secret team of doctors are involved with bringing people back to life.
Isabel discovers two doctors are behind her murder and that they are cashing on life insurance policies by murdering the policyholders (making it look like accidents).
They want her dead at all costs and they also want to get their hands on the formula so they can sell it.
She sets about to bring them down and disclose their actions/hidden lives while desperately trying to stay alive herself.
August 3, 2015
Another terrific medical thriller from Kira Peikoff! In reading "Die Again Tomorrow" I found myself not only keenly interested in the plausibility and details of the late hour medical intervention, but also in the morality of a business exchange I had never considered: the brokering (or purchasing) of someone's life insurance policy. Peikoff takes these two marginally related issues and weaves a quickly engaging tale of a young woman who chooses to live and those who have a special interest in whether or not she does.
Each of her novels is better than the last. I'm looking forward to reading what she writes about next.
Each of her novels is better than the last. I'm looking forward to reading what she writes about next.
August 25, 2015
Pub Date Sep 29, 2015, E-ARC from NetGalley. This is the first book that I have read from Ms. Peikoff and I chose it based on the book's description which was really a cool idea. Our protagonist sells her life insurance to a broker so that she can save her mothers life with expensive medicines, and now someone has the reason to kill her. Then being killed, and by chance being brought back to life by a secret medical group of doctors who sole research is reanimating the dead. Of Course this is not the whole story, who has cashed in her policy, who is still trying to kill her and surprise, surprise, who the killer/buyer is. A good thriller!
October 12, 2015
This is another intriguing, expertly constructed novel from Kira Peikoff. Most who read it would probably find it unremarkable escapism (aside from the premise of a drug that can slow down and reverse the process of dying), but it is more than that. The research is comprehensive, and the plotting is impeccable. I wish I were more qualified to evaluate its verisimilitude, but she makes it convincing. With slightly more characterization, slightly better style, and a more obvious, distinctive theme (and slightly better editing), this would be as good as her debut. Either way, it is a godsend in this culture (like her other two novels).
October 3, 2015
Love the perfect balance between characters and the complexity of the story. This story exploit the concept of what a person would do in extreme circumstances. The loss of a loved one is very hard to grasp if you can do anything to save them, there is always something we could’ve or might do to save them. In the case of the main character, she is in need of a high amount of money to save her mother’s life, which in the end will be selling her own. This thriller is well developed and very fast paced, full of twist that will keep you guessing.
I received a copy from Netgalley free for review purposes.
I received a copy from Netgalley free for review purposes.
October 17, 2015
The author pays a great deal of attention to creating a viable, interlocking plot that twists around in a gratifying manner. However, the characters lack emotional depth and any sort of backstory; the result is a bunch of names that walk through the paces dictated by the plot, but without much reader engagement. If the author can improve in the indicated areas to match her plotting expertise, she could be exceptional.
August 25, 2015
A roller coaster ride from start to finish. The book begins with the death and resurrection of the main character, Isabel, and continues from there. I kept thinking I had it figured out and then was shocked when I found out what was truly going on. An edge of your seat, can't put down kind of book all mystery lovers will enjoy!
September 28, 2015
Kira Peikoff has written another edge of your seat race through the pages medical thriller,Kira writes in a very intelligent compulsively readable style.This is the second book I have read by her&looking forward to the next,Highly recommend !
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June 28, 2016The premise of being able to get someone alive again after they are dead for a few hours was set up so that it was actually believable.
I enjoyed the book and it was a fast read. I liked the characters too.
I will look for another book by Kira Peikoff.
I enjoyed the book and it was a fast read. I liked the characters too.
I will look for another book by Kira Peikoff.
January 27, 2017
This book never lets up! I usually read a book one or two chapters at a time, as I'm lying in bed, before going to sleep. I had to stop doing that with this book, because I couldn't turn off my brain and go to sleep. The action and suspense are just that intense.
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