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Murder, Mystery & Eternal Youth #1
The Orlando File
When Kerrin Graham, a retired cop and now an investigative journalist with the Washington Post, receives a call in the middle of the night, his life is about to be turned upside down.
Six of the world's leading geneticists have all 'committed suicide' in the past seven days, his brother-in-law being the latest to die. Establishing that those who died were all employees of the Gen8tyx Company, a secretive research company based in Orlando, Kerrin sets out to discover the truth behind their deaths.
Discovering that those who died were killed to stop them unveiling the results of their revolutionary stem-cell research, a discovery that could usher in a new age of hope and health for all humanity, Kerrin vows to find who was responsible for their deaths and to uncover the powerful secret they were killed to protect.
On a trail that takes him around the world and back, Kerrin uncovers a sinister organization that will stop at nothing to protect the secret behind the mysterious 'Orlando Treatment'.
When those around him start to die, and his wife disappears, it becomes a race against time to find the missing 'Orlando File', the only hope of saving his crippled wife and proving to an unsuspecting world, the truth behind the sinister Chymera Corporation of America.
And yet, when Kerrin eventually understands just what the Orlando File contains, he is faced with a choice no man should ever have to make, and everyone who reads this book must ask the same question:
"What would I do, if I were him?"
...and anyone who reads this book could learn a simple little known medical fact that could extend their life by 20 years.
Book One of Two Parts: Please note that Book One continues seamlessly into and is concluded in Book Two.
Six of the world's leading geneticists have all 'committed suicide' in the past seven days, his brother-in-law being the latest to die. Establishing that those who died were all employees of the Gen8tyx Company, a secretive research company based in Orlando, Kerrin sets out to discover the truth behind their deaths.
Discovering that those who died were killed to stop them unveiling the results of their revolutionary stem-cell research, a discovery that could usher in a new age of hope and health for all humanity, Kerrin vows to find who was responsible for their deaths and to uncover the powerful secret they were killed to protect.
On a trail that takes him around the world and back, Kerrin uncovers a sinister organization that will stop at nothing to protect the secret behind the mysterious 'Orlando Treatment'.
When those around him start to die, and his wife disappears, it becomes a race against time to find the missing 'Orlando File', the only hope of saving his crippled wife and proving to an unsuspecting world, the truth behind the sinister Chymera Corporation of America.
And yet, when Kerrin eventually understands just what the Orlando File contains, he is faced with a choice no man should ever have to make, and everyone who reads this book must ask the same question:
"What would I do, if I were him?"
...and anyone who reads this book could learn a simple little known medical fact that could extend their life by 20 years.
Book One of Two Parts: Please note that Book One continues seamlessly into and is concluded in Book Two.
200 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 8, 2013
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About the author
Ian C.P. Irvine
64 books145 followersIan Irvine was brought up in Scotland, and studied Physics for far too many years, before travelling the world working for high-technology companies. Ian has spent a career helping build the internet and delivering its benefits to users throughout the world,...as well as helping to bring up a family. Ian enjoys writing, painting and composing in his spare time. His particular joy is found in taking scientific fact and creating a thrilling story around it in such a way that readers learn science whilst enjoying the thrill of the ride. It is Ian's hope that everyone who reads an I.C.P.Irvine novel will come away learning something interesting that they would never otherwise have found an interest in. Never Science fiction. Always science fact. With a twist.
The first of Ian's novels is a Genetic Conspiracy Thriller which explores the world of Stem Cell Research and encourages us all to ask some very searching questions about the advances that science is making, and how much we, or others, should let it affect society. A contemporary adventure, "The Orlando File" takes the reader around the world and back, and creates a unique moral dilemma that the reader cannot help but get embroiled in: at the end, the reader must ask themself, what would they do in that situation?
His second novel "The Crown of Thorns" explores the power of genetics, explores the questions that the potential to clone humans will raise, and asks the ultimate question...what would happen if a scientist found a way to clone Jesus Christ?
Ian's third novel "London 2012 : What If?" departs from the world of genetics and explores an interesting possibility that Quantum Physics raises:the possibility for parallel worlds to exist alongside each other...and what would happen if a man who wondered what other types of lives he could be living had he made other choices, where unexpectedly to step from one world into another parallel world. "What If" is also an interesting voyage through human emotions, and many readers will find themselves asking themselves similar questions that the lead character does as they read the book. As with both "The Crown of Thorns" and "The Orlando File", at the end of the book the reader is left thinking...and different readers may take away different views on how the novels did, or should have ended... It is hoped that in this way, the novels will make themselves ideal subjects for reading clubs or book clubs.
Ian hopes that if you honour him by spending the time reading one his novels, that you will find it a positive experience, and enjoy it. He also invites you to email him and let him know if you did or did not enjoy the novel. And if you did, what were your favourite parts?
Happy Reading!
The first of Ian's novels is a Genetic Conspiracy Thriller which explores the world of Stem Cell Research and encourages us all to ask some very searching questions about the advances that science is making, and how much we, or others, should let it affect society. A contemporary adventure, "The Orlando File" takes the reader around the world and back, and creates a unique moral dilemma that the reader cannot help but get embroiled in: at the end, the reader must ask themself, what would they do in that situation?
His second novel "The Crown of Thorns" explores the power of genetics, explores the questions that the potential to clone humans will raise, and asks the ultimate question...what would happen if a scientist found a way to clone Jesus Christ?
Ian's third novel "London 2012 : What If?" departs from the world of genetics and explores an interesting possibility that Quantum Physics raises:the possibility for parallel worlds to exist alongside each other...and what would happen if a man who wondered what other types of lives he could be living had he made other choices, where unexpectedly to step from one world into another parallel world. "What If" is also an interesting voyage through human emotions, and many readers will find themselves asking themselves similar questions that the lead character does as they read the book. As with both "The Crown of Thorns" and "The Orlando File", at the end of the book the reader is left thinking...and different readers may take away different views on how the novels did, or should have ended... It is hoped that in this way, the novels will make themselves ideal subjects for reading clubs or book clubs.
Ian hopes that if you honour him by spending the time reading one his novels, that you will find it a positive experience, and enjoy it. He also invites you to email him and let him know if you did or did not enjoy the novel. And if you did, what were your favourite parts?
Happy Reading!
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July 6, 2015
"Have the courage of your convictions Mr Irvine. ‘Publish and be damned!’"
Just in case you wonder why the rating doesn't gel with what I'm about to write, this is because I dislike the growing trend for writers to believe they can 'con' the reader into buying half a book. They do this by offering the first half free and then hope to persuade you to pay for the second half.
I can't understand why this author feels he needs to do this. 'The Orlando File' is an exceptionally good medical thriller; if I had read the second half of the book (which I never will now, on principle), I'm certain I would have awarded it 5 stars.
Just in case you wonder why the rating doesn't gel with what I'm about to write, this is because I dislike the growing trend for writers to believe they can 'con' the reader into buying half a book. They do this by offering the first half free and then hope to persuade you to pay for the second half.
I can't understand why this author feels he needs to do this. 'The Orlando File' is an exceptionally good medical thriller; if I had read the second half of the book (which I never will now, on principle), I'm certain I would have awarded it 5 stars.
October 13, 2015
Not much point in leaving a review, the story does not continue unless you read book two
March 19, 2016
I would have given it a higher rating, but I don't like books that force you to buy another book to finish it.
April 2, 2021
Good Caper
There was a lot of mysteries going as to why all of the coworkers were committing suicide or having heart attacks.
So the ex-policeman turned newspaper journalist is asked to see if something fishy was going on with the death of a family friend. Turns out there is a story behind a genetics lab that had made a break through with a life saving cure.
The scientists who developed the cure decided not to move with the company to California and start their own business.
Powerful people in government didn't want anyone looking into these deaths, so the killing continues.
I've already downloaded the second book, because the story continues.
There was a lot of mysteries going as to why all of the coworkers were committing suicide or having heart attacks.
So the ex-policeman turned newspaper journalist is asked to see if something fishy was going on with the death of a family friend. Turns out there is a story behind a genetics lab that had made a break through with a life saving cure.
The scientists who developed the cure decided not to move with the company to California and start their own business.
Powerful people in government didn't want anyone looking into these deaths, so the killing continues.
I've already downloaded the second book, because the story continues.
December 31, 2016
A blessing or a curse? At the end of the book you'll be in a quandary.
It's been a long time since I've read a medical thriller. Formally a Robin Cook fan, my interest in science and medical possibilities had me hooked within the first few pages. The cadence, use of language and absence of eroticism are important as I select books to read. I'm not prudish but too much sex gets in the way of a good story. downloaded book one from the free kindle library and I was pleasantly pulled back into the medical thriller spiral, now made rich by our developing technology. I just completed the omnibus issue and will go on to follow this new author. Being able to read the first book in a series for free prevents buyers remorse. Hopefully you're retired and
It's been a long time since I've read a medical thriller. Formally a Robin Cook fan, my interest in science and medical possibilities had me hooked within the first few pages. The cadence, use of language and absence of eroticism are important as I select books to read. I'm not prudish but too much sex gets in the way of a good story. downloaded book one from the free kindle library and I was pleasantly pulled back into the medical thriller spiral, now made rich by our developing technology. I just completed the omnibus issue and will go on to follow this new author. Being able to read the first book in a series for free prevents buyers remorse. Hopefully you're retired and
April 15, 2015
If you are ready for a well-crafted medical thriller, be sure to pick up The Orlando File. Go along on the twisty trail to uncover the secrets. This a great story that comes to life easily as you read each page. I can't wait to read the next book! Anyone who likes a good story, believable dialogue and characters, and who is not afraid to learn something in the journey will thoroughly enjoy this book!
November 19, 2014
Excellent book
I found this book by accident. I immediately went on line and ordered several more books.I'm sure the others are as exciting as this one. I'm interested in finding the books in order. Can anyone help me with this?
I found this book by accident. I immediately went on line and ordered several more books.I'm sure the others are as exciting as this one. I'm interested in finding the books in order. Can anyone help me with this?
October 10, 2015
It was OK...ish. Like others I didn't realise it was only half the story. I can't say it was terrible but I have no burning desire to find out what happens in the second half. So I probably won't bother.
January 5, 2018
This is a sucker book
It is only part I e, not a stand alone. These authors really irritate me. What happened ed to a book being just that.
It is only part I e, not a stand alone. These authors really irritate me. What happened ed to a book being just that.
January 5, 2018
To begin with this is a two part story but one would not know that until after one downloaded the book, read a review of the book, or visited the author's webpage. Irvine does reveal that in the book's front matter but by that time you have already downloaded the book. To find out how this story ends one has to buy and download volume two. The second volume is reasonably priced but I wont be buying it. In my opinion Irvine is trying to imitate Robin Cook's medical thrillers and doing a very bad job of it. I am a big fan of Robin Cook and have been ever since he published The Tear of the Intern way back in 1972. Another thing that has annoyed me with Irvine's book is his use of the Queen's English even though he is writing a thriller plotted in America. I know that Irvine is British but how hard is it to use American spelling--tires instead of tyres, curb instead of kerb, etc.
No, this is not an author or book that I recommend to any of my friends or followers.
No, this is not an author or book that I recommend to any of my friends or followers.
October 6, 2017
This is clearly a freshman effort and with that in mind it's not terrible, but it's not great either. The character development is a little forced and most of the main cast are one dimensional. The mystery isn't that great either. For the first half of the story we have a pretty good idea of who is doing what and why, it's really just a matter of how the protagonist will figure it all out.
One thing I found annoying is the author is British, but is writing American characters who all use British terminology and phrasing. For example, the hood of a car is called a boot, a football game is called a match, and the characters often say, "apart from" whereas Americans usually say, "instead of" "except for." I found that annoying.
Anyway, not sure if I'll read book two or not, but I don't have a great desire to.
One thing I found annoying is the author is British, but is writing American characters who all use British terminology and phrasing. For example, the hood of a car is called a boot, a football game is called a match, and the characters often say, "apart from" whereas Americans usually say, "instead of" "except for." I found that annoying.
Anyway, not sure if I'll read book two or not, but I don't have a great desire to.
November 26, 2018
A good start to an intriguing mystery but only a start. It's simply a teaser because the conclusion is of course in book two. In other words Book One does not stand on its own. I see no reason why a single book wouldn't have sufficed since book one is so short. It's possible not all the chapters were finished in time for the printing deadline and/or it was financial. Which if the book was rushed to press could be a reason, although a weak one at that, for the lack of proofing which a software program can primarily accomplish. Yet in this book there are numerous errors that distract a reader. The content is well thought out but the writing somewhat simplistic. This is my first encounter with this popular author so I will find it interesting to see how book two is written.
February 20, 2018
Great story! As a scientist, all of the science discussed is fascinating! I love detective thrillers and this one kept me hooked all the way through. Book two couldn’t download fast enough.
Kerrin, an ex-cop-turned-journalist, is on the trail of a corporate takeover. The company has retained some of the top geneticists to work on a discovery that would change the world. Kerrin’s wheelchair-bound wife Dana could benefit from the discoveries, but during the takeover, the minds behind it have all died.
I loved these books, and recommend them. The lack of foul language (just a few times in the whole 2-part series) and lack of detailed sex make this an especially welcome read.
Kerrin, an ex-cop-turned-journalist, is on the trail of a corporate takeover. The company has retained some of the top geneticists to work on a discovery that would change the world. Kerrin’s wheelchair-bound wife Dana could benefit from the discoveries, but during the takeover, the minds behind it have all died.
I loved these books, and recommend them. The lack of foul language (just a few times in the whole 2-part series) and lack of detailed sex make this an especially welcome read.
January 8, 2019
Compelling story
Ian is an excellent writer. There is a definite connection between characters and plot, making it easy to recognize all. A believable story line well laid out and easily understood.
My only reason for not giving it a 5 rating: While I knew there was a book 2, i erroneously thought the book would have had a conclusion of its own but instead it stopped in a critical part of the story evoking disappointment and leaving the reader with a sense of non fulfillment.
I am reading book 2 now it is just as good or better. I have already bought the Messiah Conspiracy and will soon start that. I will be adding more of Mr. Levine's books to my library.
Ian is an excellent writer. There is a definite connection between characters and plot, making it easy to recognize all. A believable story line well laid out and easily understood.
My only reason for not giving it a 5 rating: While I knew there was a book 2, i erroneously thought the book would have had a conclusion of its own but instead it stopped in a critical part of the story evoking disappointment and leaving the reader with a sense of non fulfillment.
I am reading book 2 now it is just as good or better. I have already bought the Messiah Conspiracy and will soon start that. I will be adding more of Mr. Levine's books to my library.
September 6, 2021
I was rather disappointed at only getting half a book, but what an excellent read it was, loved the story line, then discovered that you can buy two books in one if you hadn’t bought the first.
You win some you lose some. I will be taking a long train journey soon and will look forward to being well into the second book by then. Cant wait to see how it pans out, hope he brings them all down
and gets justice for all of them who have lost their lives in the conspiratasory. Can’t wait to start.
I have not read any of Ian C P Irvine books before, but will certainly be doing so in the future.
You win some you lose some. I will be taking a long train journey soon and will look forward to being well into the second book by then. Cant wait to see how it pans out, hope he brings them all down
and gets justice for all of them who have lost their lives in the conspiratasory. Can’t wait to start.
I have not read any of Ian C P Irvine books before, but will certainly be doing so in the future.
March 29, 2019
It is a very good story about a scientific decovery which obviously could change the world. Because of this the greed, power and betray comes out and ends up in murdered scientist covered up as suicides. Luckily there is an ex-cop now a investigative reporter who gets involved and ends up getting shot at and discoveres most of the secrets. Is he able to make them public and get the killers ? This questions has to be answered in book 2 .......
June 10, 2018
Great thriller writing again. Only read book one so half of the story but already Kerrin has lost the 6 Orlando File scientists and one of his best friends from Police College. Now for book two where hopefully Kerrin will find out if RWS, the company and man behind the scientists deaths will allow mankind to profit from their life changing discovery. Great thriller from Ian CP Irvine
December 17, 2021
Six scientists discover a cure for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. When they realize the company wants them dead to protect their findings, they try to get away. With all of them except one dead, an ex cop turned investigative reporter is alerted about these “suicides, he jumps into action to expose the heads of the company as killers protecting the secret.
October 8, 2017
Murder/Suicide
5 dead geneticists and one mystery project entices a reporter to search for answers. Answers which might be in thee next sequel. Lacks details and descriptions. Flat read.
5 dead geneticists and one mystery project entices a reporter to search for answers. Answers which might be in thee next sequel. Lacks details and descriptions. Flat read.
March 10, 2018
Not for me
A possibly entertaining story was spoiled by weak grammar, use of wrong words such as confusing infer with imply. The author demonstrated amazing lack of understanding of the structure and functioning of federal security agencies.
A possibly entertaining story was spoiled by weak grammar, use of wrong words such as confusing infer with imply. The author demonstrated amazing lack of understanding of the structure and functioning of federal security agencies.
June 7, 2018
Easy to stay with
For the most part, I enjoyed the book. My biggest gripe is writing in an incorrect voice and incomplete research. I caught several references to the U K pound when speaking about dollars and kilometers instead of miles
For the most part, I enjoyed the book. My biggest gripe is writing in an incorrect voice and incomplete research. I caught several references to the U K pound when speaking about dollars and kilometers instead of miles
January 4, 2019
Different
I guess I'm not really into books like this. It was interesting and yes a page turner, but to have to read the second book just to find out the ending, I don't think so. I do like Medical Mysterys but this is a bit out there for me...
I guess I'm not really into books like this. It was interesting and yes a page turner, but to have to read the second book just to find out the ending, I don't think so. I do like Medical Mysterys but this is a bit out there for me...
July 22, 2017
Do read this!!!!
Great story. Do read it. Makes you think about life. !!!!! Can't wait to read book 2 !!!! Gd one
Great story. Do read it. Makes you think about life. !!!!! Can't wait to read book 2 !!!! Gd one
September 28, 2017
No beating around the bush. Vivid and compelling book. Extremely Exciting and gripping. Finished it in 2 days. Just can't wait to start with the The Orlando File #2.
March 17, 2018
Fast paced, almost believable medical thriller.
February 27, 2018
Awesome book, another great read from a fantastic author!
April 19, 2018
Fascinating !
Fast paced read, plot well thought and story makes it hard to put the book down, looking forward to book 2!
Fast paced read, plot well thought and story makes it hard to put the book down, looking forward to book 2!
May 2, 2018
I love this & I can't wait for more.
I will be also leaving a review on Goodreads @ Amazon.
And letting everyone know about it.
So i gave it a 5 Stars.
I will be also leaving a review on Goodreads @ Amazon.
And letting everyone know about it.
So i gave it a 5 Stars.
May 7, 2018
Fantastic book, I was gripped from the first page. Looking forward to reading the concluding book 2
September 21, 2018
Thrilling. Engrossing.
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