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Mercy by Daniel Palmer and Michael Palmer (2016, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherSt. Martin's Press
ISBN-101250030846
ISBN-139781250030849
eBay Product ID (ePID)217093884
Product Key Features
Book TitleMercy
Number of Pages384 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicMedical, Thrillers / Medical, Mystery & Detective / General
Publication Year2016
GenreFiction
AuthorDaniel Palmer, Michael Palmer
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.3 in
Item Weight20.1 Oz
Item Length9.6 in
Item Width6.3 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2015-048745
ReviewsThe novel has been capably completed by Michael's son, Daniel, also a thriller writer ( Desperate, 2014)... fast-moving, nicely detailed story. - Booklist on Trauma"Emotionally charged... both authors deliver a plot that will keep you riveted to the printed page." -Fran Lewis on Trauma "An intelligent and disturbing medical thriller with a hint of romantic overtones." - RT Book Reviews (4 Stars) on Trauma "A riveting medical thriller that will grab you by the throat and won't let you go until long after you have read the intense climax... A must read for all!" - Suspense Magazine on Trauma, Praise for Trauma "Driven to diagnose a terrifying set of symptoms, Dr. Carrie Bryant collides with death dressed in a white coat. Start reading Trauma ; you won't stop. A chilling medical thriller."-- New York Times bestselling author Tess Gerritsen "Fast-moving, nicely detailed." - Booklist on Trauma "Intelligent and disturbing." - RT Book Reviews (4 Stars) on Trauma "A riveting medical thriller that will grab you by the throat and won't let you go until long after you have read the intense climax...A must read for all!" - Suspense Magazine on Trauma Praise for Resistant "Exciting, fast-paced." -- Library Journal (starred review) "Palmer's growing audience will find much to enjoy here, as will medical-thriller fans of all stripes." -- Booklist "In the doctor hero's latest adventure, he's tender as well as tough, and you have to cheer him on in his fight to save the friend who helped save him." - Kirkus Reviews, "Ample, plausible twists combined with well-developed characters add up to a superior thriller." - Publishers Weekly on Mercy ( starred review) "The Palmers juggle solid characters, suspense, and moral complexity into a fine package." -- Booklist on Mercy Praise for Trauma "Driven to diagnose a terrifying set of symptoms, Dr. Carrie Bryant collides with death dressed in a white coat. Start reading Trauma ; you won't stop. A chilling medical thriller." -- New York Times bestselling author Tess Gerritsen "Fast-moving, nicely detailed." - Booklist on Trauma "Intelligent and disturbing." - RT Book Reviews (4 Stars) on Trauma "A riveting medical thriller that will grab you by the throat and won't let you go until long after you have read the intense climax...A must read for all!" - Suspense Magazine on Trauma Praise for Resistant "Exciting, fast-paced." -- Library Journal (starred review) "Palmer's growing audience will find much to enjoy here, as will medical-thriller fans of all stripes." -- Booklist "In the doctor hero's latest adventure, he's tender as well as tough, and you have to cheer him on in his fight to save the friend who helped save him." - Kirkus Reviews
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal813/.6
SynopsisDr. Julie Devereux is an outspoken advocate for the right to die -until a motorcycle accident leaves her fianc , Sam Talbot, a quadriplegic. Sam begs to end his life, but Julie sees hope in a life together. With the help of an organization that opposes physician-assisted suicide, Julie has Sam coming around to her point of view when he suddenly dies from an unexpected heart attack. An autopsy reveals that Sam died of an unusual heart defect, one seen only in those under extreme stress -in fact, it appears that Sam had been literally scared to death. As Julie investigates similar cases, she finds a frightening pattern...and finds herself the target of disturbing threats. The more cases Julie discovers, the more the threats escalate, until she is accused of a mercy killing of her own. To clear her name and save her career, she must track down whoever is behind these mysterious deaths...but time is running out as someone has decided that killing Julie is the only way to stop her. A riveting medical thriller, Mercy will leave readers breathless with twists and turns leading up to its explosive conclusion, from New York Times bestselling author Michael Palmer and his son, acclaimed suspense novelist Daniel Palmer. "Ample, plausible twists combined with well-developed characters add up to a superior thriller." - Publishers Weekly starred review, Dr. Julie Devereux is an outspoken advocate for the right to die -until a motorcycle accident leaves her fiancé, Sam Talbot, a quadriplegic. Sam begs to end his life, but Julie sees hope in a life together. With the help of an organization that opposes physician-assisted suicide, Julie has Sam coming around to her point of view when he suddenly dies from an unexpected heart attack. An autopsy reveals that Sam died of an unusual heart defect, one seen only in those under extreme stress -in fact, it appears that Sam had been literally scared to death. As Julie investigates similar cases, she finds a frightening pattern...and finds herself the target of disturbing threats. The more cases Julie discovers, the more the threats escalate, until she is accused of a mercy killing of her own. To clear her name and save her career, she must track down whoever is behind these mysterious deaths...but time is running out as someone has decided that killing Julie is the only way to stop her. A riveting medical thriller, Mercy will leave readers breathless with twists and turns leading up to its explosive conclusion, from New York Times bestselling author Michael Palmer and his son, acclaimed suspense novelist Daniel Palmer. "Ample, plausible twists combined with well-developed characters add up to a superior thriller." - Publishers Weekly starred review
LC Classification NumberPS3616.A33883M47
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- Dec 27, 2017
Excellent Medical Thriller
Especially interesting for readers with a medical back ground due to the multiple medical terminology. Good story, keeps reader's attention. As a new reader of this author I've ordered 4 other novels of his.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jul 09, 2019
Murder comes to call in a busy hospital
Death with dignity is key to the story in this thought provoking book from Michael Palmer and son, Daniel. There are plenty of twists and turns and subplots to keep you guessing until the very end. Loved it!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jan 25, 2022
Best book I've read in a long time
A gripping story that pulls you in and won't let go. I can't wait to read more from this talented duo.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 10, 2016
Very refreshing !
I really enjoyed the story. It was an easy read and hard to put down.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
