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The Gene Solution
A deep sequencing of The Gene Solution
What would you do to make your future children perfect?
Technology has reached the point where anything is possible in terms of the human body. The real question is, should anything be possible? What are the trade-offs?
In New York City, an OB/GYN group, led by Dr. Tripp Galloway, conducts clinical trials to cure rare diseases. These clinical trials are expensive, time-consuming and daunting. If they are successful, diseases such as sickle cell and cystic fibrosis could be a thing of the past. The only things standing in their way are the U.S. government, the FDA and public opinion.
Across the globe, Slavomir Krukov is running a shipping conglomerate. On the surface, Slavomir is the epitome of success. He runs an empire, spars with Putin and travels the globe. Just below lies a yearning for a family; the one thing he can't have.
Together, Tripp and Slavomir strike a deal to help each other. Using CRISPR/Cas9 technology, Tripp and his associates create perfect babies for Slavomir and anyone willing to pay. In return, the clinical trials receive funding and Tripp is launched into the spotlight as the most famous doctor in America. This arrangement becomes more than anyone bargains for as we watch history unfold.
This book tackles the idea of DNA and gene editing in order to solve cancer, fertility, medical and humanitarian issues while looking at the social implications.
What would you do to make your future children perfect?
Technology has reached the point where anything is possible in terms of the human body. The real question is, should anything be possible? What are the trade-offs?
In New York City, an OB/GYN group, led by Dr. Tripp Galloway, conducts clinical trials to cure rare diseases. These clinical trials are expensive, time-consuming and daunting. If they are successful, diseases such as sickle cell and cystic fibrosis could be a thing of the past. The only things standing in their way are the U.S. government, the FDA and public opinion.
Across the globe, Slavomir Krukov is running a shipping conglomerate. On the surface, Slavomir is the epitome of success. He runs an empire, spars with Putin and travels the globe. Just below lies a yearning for a family; the one thing he can't have.
Together, Tripp and Slavomir strike a deal to help each other. Using CRISPR/Cas9 technology, Tripp and his associates create perfect babies for Slavomir and anyone willing to pay. In return, the clinical trials receive funding and Tripp is launched into the spotlight as the most famous doctor in America. This arrangement becomes more than anyone bargains for as we watch history unfold.
This book tackles the idea of DNA and gene editing in order to solve cancer, fertility, medical and humanitarian issues while looking at the social implications.
244 pages, Paperback
Published November 3, 2021
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Mike Rochelle
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My name is Mike and I spent a decade working in the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology industries before trying my hand at being an author.
I wrote The Gene Solution after too many hours working in a windowless lab. My two passions are coffee and science. If you are looking for a fierce debate, message me about the origin of humanity, the anti-science movement and climate change. If you would like to see pictures of my dog, Oslo, I can provide you with as many as you can handle.
You can find my book here!
My name is Mike and I spent a decade working in the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology industries before trying my hand at being an author.
I wrote The Gene Solution after too many hours working in a windowless lab. My two passions are coffee and science. If you are looking for a fierce debate, message me about the origin of humanity, the anti-science movement and climate change. If you would like to see pictures of my dog, Oslo, I can provide you with as many as you can handle.
You can find my book here!
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June 23, 2021
If I don't believe in my own book, that would be pretty bad. I hope you enjoy!
November 8, 2021
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. I found this book very interesting , especially the science of of it all. The politics throughout gave great depth to the struggles scientists and the like have to go through when developing new ideas, drugs, technology and so forth. I enjoyed this book immensely.
September 23, 2021
Tripp finds himself in hot water when in his desperation to fund his research he agrees to cross the ethical and moral lines putting everyone he cares for at risk.
The Galloway family tragically lost their seventeen-year-old son. Tripp lost his best friend and brother, determined to use his medical background to discover how and why some children are fated from the beginning to die.
Tripp is in over his head with a former Russian special force agent who will do anything to save his wife. Anxious to continue his research, Tripp makes a pact with the devil, undergoing a controversial procedure that lands him in illegal territory.
The story focuses on two sides of the coin. One being the importance of medical research and the effectiveness of drugs to help with disease, and the other darker side when it all goes wrong, and in the name of science and money innocent people are forever affected.
The timeline gradually progresses from 2025 and further with fast-paced short chapters taking the reader from location to another location, unravelling more about the characters, motivations and their morals. The story realistically progresses to 2026, then 2027 and so on to show how long these complicated procedures takes.
The author does a good job of detailing the finer points without bogging down the story. Making it easier for anyone to grasp the basic concepts of what is going on, and what is about to happen. The story takes you through the journey of those desperately wanting children, and the health effects of that.
The characters are a mix of well-intentioned doctors and scientists caught up in the money game that to get anywhere you might have to cross some lines you didn’t think you would cross, a resentful FDA agent out to discredit their work, and a powerful and dangerous Russian that will do anything to help his wife, and desperate people wanting ‘designer’ babies.
Is there much suspense or twists and turns? Not really. The main focus is on the gene research and the consequences of desperation and how far one will go. Fitting perfectly into the techno-thriller genre where the plot delves explicitly into the technical side of the subject matter, and the suspense and thrilling side of things takes a back seat.
Those that enjoy a detailed techno-thriller that goes into minute detail of the science and medical side of things might enjoy this read.
The Galloway family tragically lost their seventeen-year-old son. Tripp lost his best friend and brother, determined to use his medical background to discover how and why some children are fated from the beginning to die.
Tripp is in over his head with a former Russian special force agent who will do anything to save his wife. Anxious to continue his research, Tripp makes a pact with the devil, undergoing a controversial procedure that lands him in illegal territory.
The story focuses on two sides of the coin. One being the importance of medical research and the effectiveness of drugs to help with disease, and the other darker side when it all goes wrong, and in the name of science and money innocent people are forever affected.
The timeline gradually progresses from 2025 and further with fast-paced short chapters taking the reader from location to another location, unravelling more about the characters, motivations and their morals. The story realistically progresses to 2026, then 2027 and so on to show how long these complicated procedures takes.
The author does a good job of detailing the finer points without bogging down the story. Making it easier for anyone to grasp the basic concepts of what is going on, and what is about to happen. The story takes you through the journey of those desperately wanting children, and the health effects of that.
The characters are a mix of well-intentioned doctors and scientists caught up in the money game that to get anywhere you might have to cross some lines you didn’t think you would cross, a resentful FDA agent out to discredit their work, and a powerful and dangerous Russian that will do anything to help his wife, and desperate people wanting ‘designer’ babies.
Is there much suspense or twists and turns? Not really. The main focus is on the gene research and the consequences of desperation and how far one will go. Fitting perfectly into the techno-thriller genre where the plot delves explicitly into the technical side of the subject matter, and the suspense and thrilling side of things takes a back seat.
Those that enjoy a detailed techno-thriller that goes into minute detail of the science and medical side of things might enjoy this read.
September 12, 2021
“The details mattered...He had found through work that lives hung in the details.”
Dr. Tripp Galloway and his partner, Dr. Mortimer (Morti) Stein, are the doctors and fertility specialists at a prominent OB/GYN practice in New York City. Driven by Galloway’s desire to keep families from suffering the same devastating loss his family did, Galloway and Stein start running clinical trials aimed at eradicating diseases caused by genetic disorders like Cystic Fibrosis and Sickle Cell anemia.
To help fund their latest clinical trial, Galloway strikes a deal with Slavomir, a corrupt Russian shipping tycoon who wants to start a family. The deal has repercussions for Tripp, Morti, Aiden, their practice manager, and several others along the way.
The book is action-packed and covers a wide array of ethical issues. For the most part, the science was easy to understand, though it did get a little technical in parts. The plot reads like a crime drama, such as NCIS: Los Angeles, and would translate well to the screen. It was a worthwhile read that I would recommend to others who enjoy sci-fi thrillers.
Thank you to Book Sirens for the free advance review copy. The views expressed here are my own, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Visit my blog, www.bookpicksandpics.com, for more of my book reviews.
Dr. Tripp Galloway and his partner, Dr. Mortimer (Morti) Stein, are the doctors and fertility specialists at a prominent OB/GYN practice in New York City. Driven by Galloway’s desire to keep families from suffering the same devastating loss his family did, Galloway and Stein start running clinical trials aimed at eradicating diseases caused by genetic disorders like Cystic Fibrosis and Sickle Cell anemia.
To help fund their latest clinical trial, Galloway strikes a deal with Slavomir, a corrupt Russian shipping tycoon who wants to start a family. The deal has repercussions for Tripp, Morti, Aiden, their practice manager, and several others along the way.
The book is action-packed and covers a wide array of ethical issues. For the most part, the science was easy to understand, though it did get a little technical in parts. The plot reads like a crime drama, such as NCIS: Los Angeles, and would translate well to the screen. It was a worthwhile read that I would recommend to others who enjoy sci-fi thrillers.
Thank you to Book Sirens for the free advance review copy. The views expressed here are my own, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Visit my blog, www.bookpicksandpics.com, for more of my book reviews.
September 13, 2021
“Perfect People, Born that Way.”
Where do I even begin?!
It was political.
It was educational.
It had blackmail, murder and a bit of scandal.
It had a lot of loss but also a lot of friendship and love.
It had a little bit of everything for everybody.
It’s not my usual genre, however I was very much intrigued by the premise and I’m glad it delivered.
What a journey this was! For a topic that sparks a lot of controversy (brushing on the conflict between science vs faith), Mike Rochelle did a great job tackling the multiple POVs surrounding the issue. The main characters were real, relatable and each their own distinct person - the same can also be said for the supporting characters.
It was an incredibly easy read despite all the scientific terms thrown around. Rochelle did an excelled job simplifying the science behind gene sequencing without it being overly simplistic - something I greatly appreciate as a reader.
I loved it! Brilliant, debut novel! Bravo, well done!
Many thanks to Book Sirens for this free ARC! I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Where do I even begin?!
It was political.
It was educational.
It had blackmail, murder and a bit of scandal.
It had a lot of loss but also a lot of friendship and love.
It had a little bit of everything for everybody.
It’s not my usual genre, however I was very much intrigued by the premise and I’m glad it delivered.
What a journey this was! For a topic that sparks a lot of controversy (brushing on the conflict between science vs faith), Mike Rochelle did a great job tackling the multiple POVs surrounding the issue. The main characters were real, relatable and each their own distinct person - the same can also be said for the supporting characters.
It was an incredibly easy read despite all the scientific terms thrown around. Rochelle did an excelled job simplifying the science behind gene sequencing without it being overly simplistic - something I greatly appreciate as a reader.
I loved it! Brilliant, debut novel! Bravo, well done!
Many thanks to Book Sirens for this free ARC! I am leaving this review voluntarily.
November 7, 2021
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
The premise was very interesting, but I think the execution could have been better.
The way the author approached the scientific matters in this book was, at the same time, informative and easy to understand, which, considering the subject, is not something you could do very easily.
I enjoyed having different perspectives in reaction to the clinical trials and advances in the medical field. The hope, the happiness, the madness...
The pace, however, could have been faster. I felt as if parts of the book were only there as fillers, and not as content. I was expecting more action and legal battles.
There was something that I thought would have a more developed closure. The animosity between Tripp and Dennis deserved more, the way this ended felt very anticlimactic.
Overall, it was quite a fast and easy read.
The premise was very interesting, but I think the execution could have been better.
The way the author approached the scientific matters in this book was, at the same time, informative and easy to understand, which, considering the subject, is not something you could do very easily.
I enjoyed having different perspectives in reaction to the clinical trials and advances in the medical field. The hope, the happiness, the madness...
The pace, however, could have been faster. I felt as if parts of the book were only there as fillers, and not as content. I was expecting more action and legal battles.
There was something that I thought would have a more developed closure. The animosity between Tripp and Dennis deserved more, the way this ended felt very anticlimactic.
Overall, it was quite a fast and easy read.
September 14, 2021
Science at it's finest and most fearful!! A glimpse into the future and what may become of future generations. For anyone with a genetic disease this is the book to read. While the good doctors are trying to help people, the corrupt side of society is stepping in to make technology a for profit enterprise. This book is well written, thought provoking and a little scary. Could this be our future? The Gene Solution gives us all something to think about! Thanks Mike Rochelle, you got my attention!
September 22, 2021
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I found the title interesting and was curious as to how the plot would unfold. I like the timeline of the plot, it provided good backstory. The use of technical words helped sell the story without it being too much for someone not that familiar with genetics.
Really good read. Something a bit different for me, but that's why I love books, they help you explore so many new things.
I found the title interesting and was curious as to how the plot would unfold. I like the timeline of the plot, it provided good backstory. The use of technical words helped sell the story without it being too much for someone not that familiar with genetics.
Really good read. Something a bit different for me, but that's why I love books, they help you explore so many new things.
July 26, 2021
Such a great book and story! You get humor, suspense, badass-ery, that this stuff actually happens, and even learn a little! The characters were so well developed. Brava for this first time author. What a great read! Very interesting.
August 22, 2021
Took me a little while to get into. But it really was worth it I enjoyed this book
December 23, 2021
I received an ARC for my honest review on this book from Book Sirens.
I found the premise of this book interesting… altering genes to rid the world of conditions like sickle cell anemia. The book brought up differing ethical opinions of this and other closely related genetic alterations.
I didn't really find the two main doctor characters likable, but I did like some of their team. Aiden and Tony brought a little levity to the seriousness of what they were doing.
I found the premise of this book interesting… altering genes to rid the world of conditions like sickle cell anemia. The book brought up differing ethical opinions of this and other closely related genetic alterations.
I didn't really find the two main doctor characters likable, but I did like some of their team. Aiden and Tony brought a little levity to the seriousness of what they were doing.
December 12, 2021
Suppose there was a way to cure cystic fibrosis or sickle cell anaemia?
These are the diseases touched upon in this book - diseases that are caused by defective genes that can be passed on via the parents. And there are plenty of others that may come to the mind of the reader.
The hero, or perhaps anti-hero of this tale, Dr Allen Galloway, or Tripp, knows about this kind of tragedy: he once lost a brother to cystic fibrosis. He is happy to find a cure for sickle-cell anaemia.
The trouble is, his achievement inevitably attracts the interest of the rich and powerful, and he is soon pushed into his work on cystic fibrosis.
But why stop there? Why not alter genes to create an eye colour, or better looks? Or intelligence, physical strength? Soon Tripp and his team have plenty of work, unfortunately none of it legal.
Those readers looking for a medical thriller involving franken children getting up to various nefarious activities may be disappointed by this, though this is a fast-paced novel. It is more a study about how easy it might be to get sucked into situations where it is impossible to say no, and how the unacceptable may eventually become acceptable. Human nature is what it is, frequently less than noble, and where muscle and might prevail, though there is some pathos to the ending. Then, there will almost certainly be a new type of human emerging, based on money and privilege.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
These are the diseases touched upon in this book - diseases that are caused by defective genes that can be passed on via the parents. And there are plenty of others that may come to the mind of the reader.
The hero, or perhaps anti-hero of this tale, Dr Allen Galloway, or Tripp, knows about this kind of tragedy: he once lost a brother to cystic fibrosis. He is happy to find a cure for sickle-cell anaemia.
The trouble is, his achievement inevitably attracts the interest of the rich and powerful, and he is soon pushed into his work on cystic fibrosis.
But why stop there? Why not alter genes to create an eye colour, or better looks? Or intelligence, physical strength? Soon Tripp and his team have plenty of work, unfortunately none of it legal.
Those readers looking for a medical thriller involving franken children getting up to various nefarious activities may be disappointed by this, though this is a fast-paced novel. It is more a study about how easy it might be to get sucked into situations where it is impossible to say no, and how the unacceptable may eventually become acceptable. Human nature is what it is, frequently less than noble, and where muscle and might prevail, though there is some pathos to the ending. Then, there will almost certainly be a new type of human emerging, based on money and privilege.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
February 9, 2022
This was an intriguing book because it is very relevant to the medical ethics about stem cell research. The book confronts gene editing to help people with genetic diseases like sickle cell anemia and cystic fibrosis have children. But with fortune and fame, and a Russian mobster to help fund the clinical studies, the moral dilemma of making perfect bodies raises its ugly head.
The famous doctors, nicknamed Dr. Perfect and Dr. Love, had a lot of protesters who believed in the sanctity of life. Now the doctors could edit genes and ensure the babies were born with a specific eye color, hair color, scholastic and/or athletic abilities. This is where the FDA was not included in clinical trials and the doctors operated with the Russian mobster in this illegal but quite lucrative side business.
Dr. Galloway, aka Dr. Perfect, poured all his prowess into his work, shunning forming a family and bringing his own children into the world. Dr. Stein, aka Dr. Love, struggles with the morality of the new side business and is successful in marriage. It just seemed ironic.
I enjoyed the book for the moral dilemmas and the ethics debates.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
The famous doctors, nicknamed Dr. Perfect and Dr. Love, had a lot of protesters who believed in the sanctity of life. Now the doctors could edit genes and ensure the babies were born with a specific eye color, hair color, scholastic and/or athletic abilities. This is where the FDA was not included in clinical trials and the doctors operated with the Russian mobster in this illegal but quite lucrative side business.
Dr. Galloway, aka Dr. Perfect, poured all his prowess into his work, shunning forming a family and bringing his own children into the world. Dr. Stein, aka Dr. Love, struggles with the morality of the new side business and is successful in marriage. It just seemed ironic.
I enjoyed the book for the moral dilemmas and the ethics debates.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
November 3, 2021
~3.5 stars~
This book had such a unique, intriguing premise. There were both realistic and science fiction elements with a moral dilemma that caused you to question where we should draw the line with gene editing. The ending was both thought provoking and frightening as a reminder that we must remain vigilant in our pursuit of ethical science. I also enjoyed the multiple POV’s that were included. They allowed for the development of empathy toward seemingly malicious characters and underscored the idea that truth lies somewhere in the middle.
I did have a few problems with the book though. The writing was a bit clunky—particularly with dialogue. The author also tended to over explain things and added unnecessary medical detail that made the book seem too much like a textbook at certain points. The first few chapters were also a little slow, although the book quickly picked up.
Overall, this was an exciting scientific thriller that really made you think. I definitely recommend it for those who enjoy suspense and ethical quandaries.
*I received an ARC of this novel. This is my complete and honest review.*
This book had such a unique, intriguing premise. There were both realistic and science fiction elements with a moral dilemma that caused you to question where we should draw the line with gene editing. The ending was both thought provoking and frightening as a reminder that we must remain vigilant in our pursuit of ethical science. I also enjoyed the multiple POV’s that were included. They allowed for the development of empathy toward seemingly malicious characters and underscored the idea that truth lies somewhere in the middle.
I did have a few problems with the book though. The writing was a bit clunky—particularly with dialogue. The author also tended to over explain things and added unnecessary medical detail that made the book seem too much like a textbook at certain points. The first few chapters were also a little slow, although the book quickly picked up.
Overall, this was an exciting scientific thriller that really made you think. I definitely recommend it for those who enjoy suspense and ethical quandaries.
*I received an ARC of this novel. This is my complete and honest review.*
January 17, 2023
An excellent read.
I originally read this book back in 2021 and forgot to review it but I remembered it was a great story and wanted to re-read.
The characters are really well written and I became invested in what happened to them which is a part of what made me keep on turning the pages. Some characters were there to be disliked and others I felt quite sorry for as they got swept up in events.
It's a really interesting idea to cure genetic diseases by editing DNA in the bone marrow although bone marrow transplants are a really serious undertaking. I hope that, one day, such things will be possible although it does open up the market for designer babies, just as we see in The Gene Solution. Will we end up with two-tier reproduction? Are the things outlined here going to be possible one day? Do we need to fear that or embrace it?
I was left with a great deal of thoughtfulness on the subject and I'm really glad I went back and read it again.
I was lucky to get an advance reader copy of this book back in 2021 and I voluntarily wrote this review to help other people decide if it's the right book for them. I hope it helped!
I originally read this book back in 2021 and forgot to review it but I remembered it was a great story and wanted to re-read.
The characters are really well written and I became invested in what happened to them which is a part of what made me keep on turning the pages. Some characters were there to be disliked and others I felt quite sorry for as they got swept up in events.
It's a really interesting idea to cure genetic diseases by editing DNA in the bone marrow although bone marrow transplants are a really serious undertaking. I hope that, one day, such things will be possible although it does open up the market for designer babies, just as we see in The Gene Solution. Will we end up with two-tier reproduction? Are the things outlined here going to be possible one day? Do we need to fear that or embrace it?
I was left with a great deal of thoughtfulness on the subject and I'm really glad I went back and read it again.
I was lucky to get an advance reader copy of this book back in 2021 and I voluntarily wrote this review to help other people decide if it's the right book for them. I hope it helped!
December 21, 2021
The Gene Solution is a creative and imaginative book that draws light upon the dangers of genomic editing within modern society. It specifically addresses the issues of parental control over natural selection. Many traditional themes are brought to the surface in a well-developed way. I found the most enjoyable aspects of the book to focus on the author's knowledge and authority in related fields of scientific research. It is clear from the book's text that the author is either well educated with genetics or has researched a massive amount of information for the reader.
My only disconnect with The Gene Solution was a division between two competing themes. The book appeared to try and ride the line between science fiction and thriller, where it should have remained focused on the author's stronger skills in science fiction.
Overall a good read that I felt was well worth my time and I would have been glad to pay full price if I did not receive an advance review copy. I received an advance review copy for free, leaving this review voluntarily.
My only disconnect with The Gene Solution was a division between two competing themes. The book appeared to try and ride the line between science fiction and thriller, where it should have remained focused on the author's stronger skills in science fiction.
Overall a good read that I felt was well worth my time and I would have been glad to pay full price if I did not receive an advance review copy. I received an advance review copy for free, leaving this review voluntarily.
October 12, 2021
Thank you Booksirens for an ARC of The Gene Solution.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
This was a very though-provoking read. Designer babies seem like such a futuristic thing but this book made it seem like something that could really be done, and in the present day.
Dr. Tripp Galloway, an OB/GYN in NYC and his team are working on eliminating sickle cell anemia by altering the DNA of carriers. This leads to work on eradicating cystic fibrosis. Which puts Tripp in the sights of a Russian billionaire who will go to any lengths necessary to have Tripp create a designer baby for him and his wife.
Along for the ride are a rouge FDA agent, a right-wing woman who is completely against the idea of gene altering and Tripp's staff.
All in all a fascinating idea but I felt the writing could use a bit of editing.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
This was a very though-provoking read. Designer babies seem like such a futuristic thing but this book made it seem like something that could really be done, and in the present day.
Dr. Tripp Galloway, an OB/GYN in NYC and his team are working on eliminating sickle cell anemia by altering the DNA of carriers. This leads to work on eradicating cystic fibrosis. Which puts Tripp in the sights of a Russian billionaire who will go to any lengths necessary to have Tripp create a designer baby for him and his wife.
Along for the ride are a rouge FDA agent, a right-wing woman who is completely against the idea of gene altering and Tripp's staff.
All in all a fascinating idea but I felt the writing could use a bit of editing.
November 3, 2021
The Value Of Perfect DNA In An Imperfect World
I liked the premise of The Gene Solution. The author gave a fairly understandable background of what's involved in the kind of gene modification being developed by his fictional team. Their hope is to suppress traits that cause disease with their cutting edge process applied to in vitro fertilization, or IVF, a truly fascinating subject.
However, instead of focusing on the pioneering treatment, the plot continued with a more typical formula. Gangsters, coercion, illegal money, and violence provided action and suspense, but with the original potential of the high-tech concept minimized.
An obsessed, clueless bureaucrat was an interesting addition, but he and the central characters all seemed underdeveloped. Despite details meant to flesh them out and make them more appealing, the author's style tended to 'tell' more than he 'showed', hampering my connection with them.
In the end, I found that The Gene Solution, though not what I was expecting, was still an interesting and timely read. As a crime novel, it was good enough to want to finish, with enough vivid action to translate into a film. It will make readers think about what a world of designer babies would be like.
I appreciate the free ARC I received courtesy of the author and BookSirens. My review is my own honest opinion and hasn't been influenced by their
I liked the premise of The Gene Solution. The author gave a fairly understandable background of what's involved in the kind of gene modification being developed by his fictional team. Their hope is to suppress traits that cause disease with their cutting edge process applied to in vitro fertilization, or IVF, a truly fascinating subject.
However, instead of focusing on the pioneering treatment, the plot continued with a more typical formula. Gangsters, coercion, illegal money, and violence provided action and suspense, but with the original potential of the high-tech concept minimized.
An obsessed, clueless bureaucrat was an interesting addition, but he and the central characters all seemed underdeveloped. Despite details meant to flesh them out and make them more appealing, the author's style tended to 'tell' more than he 'showed', hampering my connection with them.
In the end, I found that The Gene Solution, though not what I was expecting, was still an interesting and timely read. As a crime novel, it was good enough to want to finish, with enough vivid action to translate into a film. It will make readers think about what a world of designer babies would be like.
I appreciate the free ARC I received courtesy of the author and BookSirens. My review is my own honest opinion and hasn't been influenced by their
November 28, 2021
When Dr Allen Charles Tripp makes outstanding breakthrough in gene editing, he gets a visit from a Russian and gets involved in a business that can make or break his entire career.
This is the first medical fiction I'm reading, and for a first it did not disappoint. Medical procedures that would have been hard for me to grasp were explained in simple diction.
Other than the incredible knowledge I was able to glean from the book, the plot was great and the storyline entirely believable. The characters were a bit flat, but enjoyable.
I'd recommend this one for everyone, even if you have never read a medical thriller before.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
This is the first medical fiction I'm reading, and for a first it did not disappoint. Medical procedures that would have been hard for me to grasp were explained in simple diction.
Other than the incredible knowledge I was able to glean from the book, the plot was great and the storyline entirely believable. The characters were a bit flat, but enjoyable.
I'd recommend this one for everyone, even if you have never read a medical thriller before.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
August 2, 2022
The Gene Solution is a fast-paced imagining of the world of gene editing and designer babies. The main characters (Tripp and Morti) aren't that likable, but I think the author intends it that way. I really enjoyed the interactions with Aiden and with the Russians, oddly. I could just hear the accents! The morality of gene editing was considered, along with a potential future where those who can afford it get yet another advantage. We see the obsessive behavior so common in today's polarized American politics. I wish there had been more science, as in Weir's and Crichton's works -- that would have made it a five star review -- but still enjoyed the story very much. Recommended reading!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
October 19, 2021
Received as a review copy through Booksitens, this is an honest review. This is an absolute and exquisite and its complex narrative surrounding gene editing and designer babies debate. All of its characters are not only realistically designed but their individual motives in the story are brilliantly interwoven in how it moves the story forward. The author carefully presents through his characters the wide and diverse feelings on both sides that you feel their passion behind their actions... And all of the personal and professional costs that come with risky ventures. Deeply poignant and thought provoking, highly recommended.
January 3, 2022
This book was scary to me as this is based on advances in research that we are currently seeing. The fact that what they are doing in this book could someday be our reality.
Other than that, it was a fantastic read. The author did a great job of describing the doctors caught between their work of gene editing to cure incurable diseases that greatly shorten life spans like Cystic Fibrosis, Sickle Cell, and Tay Sachs disease and their moral grief when asked to do more with their process.
Pick this book up to find out more about what the Gene Solution is.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily
Other than that, it was a fantastic read. The author did a great job of describing the doctors caught between their work of gene editing to cure incurable diseases that greatly shorten life spans like Cystic Fibrosis, Sickle Cell, and Tay Sachs disease and their moral grief when asked to do more with their process.
Pick this book up to find out more about what the Gene Solution is.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily
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August 11, 2021You’ll never see the end coming! It’s easy to undetstand the science! Without a doubt, this would make an awesome movie/series! You will not be disappointed! This story will touch so many people!
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