Alchemist

Alchemist

by PeterJames (Author)

Synopsis

As chilling as Stephen King as credible as Michael Crichton - a gripping novel of terror and suspense Monty Bannerman's father is a leading genetic scientist, and Nobel Prize winner, whose company has just been taken over by what will soon be the world's biggest pharmaceutical giant. He had some misgivings about their company ethics - but ultimately, he needs their money, and they need his mind. Then a journalist comes to Monty's door, with a far-fetched story about the pharmaceutical company. She doesn't believe what she's being told for a moment - but within a few short weeks, events are making the apparently fantastic claims look horrifyingly like the truth. Behind the respectable facade of the multi-national company which calls itself the 'World's Most Caring Company' lies an outrage against the whole human race...

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 688
Edition: New e.
Publisher: Orion
Published: 05 May 2005

ISBN 10: 0752817299
ISBN 13: 9780752817293
Book Overview: As chilling as Stephen King as credible as Michael Crichton - a gripping novel of terror and suspense

Author Bio
Peter James was educated at Charterhouse and then at film school. He lived in North America for a number of years, working as a screen writer and film producer before returning to England. His novels, including several number one bestsellers, have been translated into thirty-six languages. He has produced several films, including the BAFTA-nominated Merchant Of Venice, starring Al Pacino, Jeremy Irons and Joseph Fiennes. Peter James lives in Sussex.