The Goldilocks Genome

By Elizabeth Reed Aden,

Book cover of The Goldilocks Genome: A Medical Thriller

Book description

When San Francisco-based FDA epidemiologist Dr. Carrie Hediger uncovers a rash of unexplained deaths while investigating the suspiciously convenient death of her best friend, she becomes determined to find answers-even if it leads her to a murderer, and even if confronting authority, using her wiles, and bending the rules to…

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1 author picked The Goldilocks Genome as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

This novel had that magic combination of exciting page-turner mystery, plus the authentic explanations and explorations of a real elite scientist. The characters were compelling and believable, I cared about them, and I knew I was truly learning about one of the most pressing issues in the real world today - the use of genetic science in society. It was the most entertaining way to learn, both thought provoking and great fun!

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