The Influenza Bomb: A Novel (TSI)
"Crisp prose, never-slowing action, a frighteningly plausible plot that weaves impeccably through history and across international borders, all tempered with a tender reminder of divine forgiveness." (Jeanette Windle)"This is an international thriller with chilling relevance today. The authors have done their homework and written a totally realistic novel that may keep you awake at night! You will never again read about H1N1 outbreaks without wondering about their origins." (Dorothy Cowling, Creator and Book Reviewer, The List)“Engaging. Innovative. Entertaining. And downright scary. Pray this story never becomes a news headline. Larimore and McCusker have penned an unforgettable tale!” (Alton Gansky, novelist)“McCusker and Larimore have crafted a chilling tale of bioterrorism. Peppered with scientific details that bring the story to life,The Influenza Bombis delightfully disturbing and will leave the reader with a ghastly list of ‘what ifs’ that will haunt the reader long after the last page.” (Harry Kraus, MD, bestselling author, The Six-Liter Club and Salty Like Blood)"Ripped from today’s headlines, this chilling thriller is very plausible as bioterrorism is a real threat to this nation’s security. Reading like a cross between Dan Brown and Frederick Forsyth fans will enjoy the high octane over the top of the Kremlin and German Alps frantic save the world thriller as the Time Scene Investigators are reaching the doomsday clock countdown with The Influenza Bomb ignition." (Harriet Klausner)"I am pleased to endorseTSI: The Influenza Bombjust as heartily as I did the first book,The Gabon Virus.The characters, the action, the plot twists, the ties to some of the most fascinating aspects of our world's history, all ensure that one cannot put this book down after one starts to read it. Furthermore, one emerges from this reading thankful, even with the challenges confronting today's American medical care system, for what we have in this country. As always, the medical details in the novel are accurate and astute." (Reginald Finger, MD, MP, Physician Researcher and Lecturer)“A brilliant work, full of intrigue. The authors have a keen ability to link multiple themes over different eras and worldwide locations. One's mind is consumed by the real threat of germ warfare and how, in evil hands, unintended consequences of science can destroy.” (Mary Anne Nelson, M.D. FAAFP)“Terrifically thrilling and excitingly tender, this novel courses through history, medicine, and human drama to unravel the mystery of a deadly influenza pandemic. The authors ingeniously weave an epic that keeps you enthralled to the last page. In the aftermath of the swine flu scourge, this book is a ‘Don't miss!’” (Elaine Eng, Clinical Assistant Professor, Weill-Cornell Medical College)