Scidmore spares no detail in this chillingly realistic medical thriller.
Health insurance is big business. In fact, insurance can sometimes mean the difference between life and death. But make no mistake… health care is, after all, a profitable business. Brad Pierson is a dedicated doctor completing his residency at Vanderbilt. Known to be responsible and meticulous, Brad lands himself at odds with the findings of another doctor on an old autopsy report. Since his compulsive nature won’t let him drop the issue, he digs deeper, trying to figure out the discrepancy. Unfortunately, his insistence on finding the truth provokes the ire of some powerful people. In a climate where financial responsibility and corporate image is placed ahead of patient care, Brad will be tested ethically and emotionally to make things right.
It’s a good thing Mortal Conspiracy is fiction, although with a background in medicine, Noel Scidmore’s compelling medical drama may be closer to the truth than we think! With impressive detail, readers are taken deep inside the walls of the hospital. The joys and agonies are visceral as Dr. Pierson struggles to keep up with a demanding schedule and maintain professionalism all while being undermined by an unknown antagonist. The dialogue is powerful, especially among the patients and their families. And somehow, despite the suspense and excitement, genuine southern charm glides from the pages. From complex medical procedures to nail-biting chase scenes, Noel Scidmore spares no detail in this chillingly realistic medical thriller.
