Tricky Conscience

by Cenarth Fox, Ana Grigoriu (Illustrator)

Do you have a conscience? Does it work? Melbourne scientist, Bernie Slim, creates a drug designed to kick-start a conscience. Surely this Moral Compass Pill is science fiction. It’s secretly given to ordinary people with unexpected results. When a heavy criminal is tricked into taking the drug, serious trouble looms. When a public figure pops the pill, it’s no longer a secret. A leading politician, Mafia boss, and Big Pharma CEO fight for the formula. Bernie’s in strife. Can the drug and Bernie survive?

What would happen if cops, crooks and politicians followed their conscience?

Tricky.

372 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 23, 2017

About the author

Writer fiction and non-fiction, playwright and creator of musicals foxplays.com

Reviews

[Jay · Rating 4 out of 5]

This funny and fast paced book kept me reading long after I should have turned to other tasks. The characters are believable, and the location (Melbourne Australia) familiar to me which added to my enjoyment. Fox's use of language adds to the pleasure of reading. While the story is perhaps improbable, it would be good if there were such a method of ensuring improved moral standards.