Hypocrites' Isle

by Ken McClure

The most frightening thing is that research scientist McClure makes it utterly believable’ - The Scotsman Dr Frank Simmons works in the University of Edinburgh’s medical school. One of his PhD students, brilliant loner Gavin, announces his intention to find a cure for cancer and actually makes a major breakthrough. Oddly, no one seems to be interested and a picture emerges of a cancer research industry caught in a desperate paradox: it can only justify its existence by not curing cancer. Disinterest soon turns to open warfare as pressure is put on Simmons and Gavin’s work is sabotaged. A truly compelling story with superb dialogue and thought-provoking ideas.

Genres: Fiction, Thriller, Medical

256 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 2009

About the author

Ken McClure is the internationally bestselling author of over twenty medical thrillers such as The Lazarus Strain, The Gulf Conspiracy, White Death and Dust to Dust. His books have been translated into twenty-five languages and he has earned a reputation for the accuracy of his predicitions. McClure's work is informed by his background as an award-winning research scientist with the UK's Medical Research Council. He lives in a small village in the Lammermuir Hills of Scotland.

Reviews

[Sandi · Rating 5 out of 5]

I don't ever remember crying at the end of a book. This book shows how money is more important than a cure for a deadly disease. I recommend this book highly. I think this may very well be the best from this author.

[Evan Kuma · Rating 4 out of 5]

A really well-written book. However, as someone from a scientific background, the details did throw me off a bit. Still a fun read. Would recommend.

[Viedras · Rating 5 out of 5]

Viena yra žinoti tik patį faktą, kita yra žinoti detales, vingius, visą istoriją. Pribloškianti knyga. Negalėjau atsitraukti ir teko skaityti per du užsėdimus :).

[Owain Price · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really good. Probably the quickest I’ve finished a book. Good realistic ending as well.

[Jarmila · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bezedná propast - prečítala som ju v češtine

[Helen Tatterton · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an excellent book and conveyed the mercenary priorities of drug research companies very well. Unfortunately the character development was poor, particularly Caroline's character. If she had been plausible and not two dimensional I would have given five stars.

[Nick · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 stars. Very authentic and plausible. And scary.

[Jen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was hard to put it down at times.

[Liane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent, as always