Hear the Bells

by Kate McGaughey

Third-year UNC medical student Lucy Irving doggedly attacks her pediatric rotation with a vengeance--always willing to go the extra mile . But when a string of young boys arrive in the pediatric ICU suffering from a strange bacterial lung infection, Lucy's curiosity and dedication backfires. She discovers that Chapel Hill also serves as the headquarters to a swirling ring of criminals--a rogue local gang strategically linked to an international crime syndicate that spans the I-95 corridor, funneling drugs between Miami and New York. Innocently swept along, she suddenly discovers the terrible error of her ways when her inquiries strike a little too close to home, and she's marked as a target with the local gang. Eventually the drama of pediatric patients, combined with the duties of being a dedicated daughter, as well as survival in the medical hierarchy, pushes Lucy to the limit. Clever and inquisitive, Lucy's the perfect student.But can she outwit the criminals shadowing her every move?

228 pages, Paperback

Published August 15, 2016

Reviews

[Kevin Hatt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kate McGaughey’s novel, Hear the Bells, tells of a medical student—Lucy Irving—in her pediatric placement. In the intensive care unit there are several boys with breathing problems, leaving the medical staff uncertain of the correct treatment. As Lucy works with the doctors, it becomes apparent that there are criminals at large who seek Lucy and a gun that had been hidden. As the story progresses, various elements combine brilliantly, taking the reader on a rollercoaster ride of intrigue and suspense, along with well explained medical details that make this book outstanding. Hear the Bells is an addictive read and is highly recommended.

[Melissa B. Waide · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read!

Storyline moves quickly and the characters are consistent. Would like to read about a romance involving Lucy Irving. Great setting.