What would you do if you could live forever?

Adam... Forever by Lawrence Lapin

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Mad scientist or brave hero?

Love drives a scientist to break the rules and (of course) it backfires on him. This intriguing science fiction story delves into the idea of creating immortality and the possible side effects of giving "a cure" to the world. Desperate to save his wife from a deadly cancer, Adam ignores the rules and tests a super virus designed to cure cancer on himself. The results are not exactly what he had in mind, murder, intrigue, and massive deceit. Readers enjoy a roller coaster ride of epic proportions as Adam struggles with his ethics and doubts about the future.

I loved this story. The author gives us credible genetic information and medical scenarios to ponder. He also takes us on a journey involving near death during a cave climbing expedition—making us wonder why we were exploring a cave, but it all fits into the upcoming series. Our hearts ache for this brave man and the loving wife who faces dying of cancer. He's willing to risk his life to save her but faces a dilemma, should he give the world immortality? What would happen due to overpopulation?

Since I wrote a series that involved the unintended consequences of scientists creating a way to achieve immortality, I was very interested in reading another viewpoint on the subject. In my galaxy, people surrendered their freedom to live forever, but some decided the price was too high. There is always a price to pay.

This book is a murder mystery, medical thriller, and science fiction novel all rolled into one. I recommend it highly. What would you do if you could live forever? We may have the opportunity to follow Adam's story as he makes that choice in the rest of the series.




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