The Pinocchio Syndrome

The Pinocchio Syndrome

by Zeman (Author)

Synopsis

An international thriller of political intrigue, personal betrayal and cutting-edge science, The Pinocchio Syndrome marks the debut of a brilliant new talent.

America is in turmoil. And that spells trouble for the entire world.

In the middle of a vicious struggle for the leadership of the country, the vice president is struck down by a new `living death' disease that is breaking out across the globe - the `Pinocchio Syndrome'. With the current administration close to collapse, and billionaire extremist Colin Goss and his dangerous views gaining ground, it seems that only one man can unite the country - Michael Campbell, a popular, media-friendly young senator. But what is his secret? In a nerve-shredding race against time, a Secret Service agent and troubled female journalist are forced together to crack a conspiracy that could destroy the world ...

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 752
Edition: New e.
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 02 Aug 2004

ISBN 10: 0007160089
ISBN 13: 9780007160082

Media Reviews

`The Pinocchio Syndrome may be the best thriller I've ever read - easily the most inventive and controversial. A savage portrayal of people who will stop at nothing to seize power ... wildly readable.'
Washington Post

Author Bio

David Zeman holds a PhD from Johns Hopkins University and has taught at graduate level at Northwestern, Rutgers and most recently Yale University. He lives in Washington. The Pinocchio Syndrome is his first novel.