Lightning’s Child
By Michael A. Smith
Genre: Suspense/Romance
SYNOPSIS:
During an artillery barrage at the Civil War battle of
Antietam in 1862, a young colonel lost his leg. More than 150 years later, he
lost the same leg in a traffic accident on the Washington, D.C. Beltway!
Diane Kowalski, a research scientist, examines tissue from
the anonymous victim’s severed leg. She discovers a genetic mutation that could
make regeneration possible — and increase longevity.
Diane and Jack O’Sullivan, a private investigator, follow
clues that lead them to Thomas Winthrop, founder of a leading genetics research
laboratory. They learn that Winthrop has developed a gene therapy to extend his
natural “gifts” to humanity. However, Winthrop’s “family” opposes his plan,
arguing that it would lead to overpopulation, economic chaos, famine and war.
Lightning’s Child is a novel about the latest advances in
biotechnology that one day may allow the human species to control its
evolutionary destiny. It’s also a lighthearted and entertaining story about its
colorful characters, as they struggle to achieve purpose, fulfillment and love
in their lives.
AUTHOR BIO
Michael A. Smith is the author of six published novels, all
described on his Website, www.goodnovels.org. He began his career as a newspaper reporter, and was editor
of the Golden, Colorado Daily Transcript.
He also was Associate Director, Illinois Board of Higher Education, and
Press Secretary, Congressman Richard Durbin. He is a member of the Authors Guild. www.goodnovels.org
Lightning’s Child is available on Amazon:
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EXCERPT:
“So I gather there’s no Mister or boyfriend?” Jack asked.
“No.”
He smiled and leaned forward in a gesture of anticipation of
a fuller explanation.
“I’m too ambitious,” Diane answered, truthfully. “I’ve spent my life trying to prove that I’m something more than a pretty face. Besides, I love science. My
career is my life. It’s a bit like
private investigation, I imagine. If you just keep looking for clues and follow them, you
sometimes find the answer. There’s
always a new mystery to be investigated.”
“Great analogy, although, in my business, investigation
doesn’t always
lead to a wonderful discovery. Too often, I uncover the dark and brutal side
of human nature.
I’ve met a whole lot of people who don’t deserve to live a
day longer, let alone live forever like Meigs, if that’s the
case.”
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