Fatal Practice

LoveReading Says

Oh-so readable and intensely thought-provoking, this medical thriller set in 1987 covers themes of power, trust, consent, manipulation, and courage. Bestselling author Paul Carson, had a career in medicine for over 40 years, consequently the authenticity shines through his writing. Alongside that feeling of scorching reality, sits punchy descriptive writing that hits hard. Short sentences and chapters contain power that flows through the pages. The prologue is intriguing, and as chapter one then travelled back to five weeks earlier, I found the prologue stayed with me as I read. I could see the setting in both time and location in my minds eye, I felt the atmosphere, the community, the place. It’s not only the medical aspect that feels as though it could be real, the characters contain flaws and a relationship travels a rocky road. Dr Jakob Kane’s shortcomings are made clear from the start and his emotional journey is an interesting one. The author skilfully traverses a path with a sheer drop on both sides, he balances compassion and empathy against thrilling entertainment with care and attention. I’d recommend this novel to those who love a fast-paced intensely thrilling tale with an arresting main character and challenging themes. Powerful and provocative, Fatal Practice packs a punch as it explores abuse of power in those who should be beyond reproach.

Liz Robinson

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