The Book of Cold Cases by Simone St. James...October 2022 BOTM

[stephanie, MOD]

In 1977, Claire Lake, Oregon, was shaken by the Lady Killer Murders: Two men, seemingly randomly, were murdered with the same gun, with strange notes left behind. Beth Greer was the perfect suspect—a rich, eccentric twenty-three-year-old woman, seen fleeing one of the crimes. But she was acquitted, and she retreated to the isolation of her mansion.

Oregon, 2017. Shea Collins is a receptionist, but by night, she runs a true crime website, the Book of Cold Cases—a passion fueled by the attempted abduction she escaped as a child. When she meets Beth by chance, Shea asks her for an interview. To Shea’s surprise, Beth says yes.

They meet regularly at Beth’s mansion, though Shea is never comfortable there. Items move when she’s not looking, and she could swear she’s seen a girl outside the window. The allure of learning the truth about the case from the smart, charming Beth is too much to resist, but even as they grow closer, Shea senses something isn’t right. Is she making friends with a manipulative murderer, or are there other dangers lurking in the darkness of the Greer house?

[stephanie, MOD]

So let me ask you all something, If you were working in a medical office, and a famous person came in, would you look/peek in his/her file to see their health background?

[Cathy]

stephanie wrote: "So let me ask you all something, If you were working in a medical office, and a famous person came in, would you look/peek in his/her file to see their health background?"

I would like to say I wouldn't due to privacy laws, but in reality I probably would.

[Rainz]

stephanie wrote: "So let me ask you all something, If you were working in a medical office, and a famous person came in, would you look/peek in his/her file to see their health background?"

Yeah, I can hold the high ground and say I WOULD NEVER, but truthfully not sure..🤷‍♀️

[Jimmie]

I’m 25% into this book. I really like this book. This author really connects with the reader.

[stephanie, MOD]

Yes, and the issue with the receptionist and looking in client's files....Well there should be a fine line in this matter. If you are a receptionist who just takes calls, makes appts, and makes sure that the pharmacy is getting the name correct on the prescription and what not, then yeah, that's her/his job. If you have a Medical Assist, who assist doc's on scrubs, plastic gloves, or just to be next to the client if she/he needs a hand to hold, then it that's different...Medical asst is okay,,,but this is where it gets sticky folks...Who's to say if that person would sell info to someone who is famous...just like in this case. Now lets make sure that you understand what I said.....and let me give you an example here...If I am a HUGE actress, who goes to Dr. Levi to get help because I have an STD, and I go in-cog-nito to the clinic, but folks that work there know who I am, and then after my visit they sell my STD info and what the doc prescribed to me to TMZ or some other outlet. then that there is the problem..BIG problem....But lets move to another issue...So why would anyone follow someone who just came out the doc's office, and not just go to the home where they live so that you can actually ask questions instead of stalking, because thats what she did...stalking,,,following...watching,,lerking.....whats that mean???? STALKING....

[Jimmie]

I read a newspaper story of a police officer being arrested for using work background checks for his own personal gain. I agree, it is not a good idea to use one’s work credentials to snoop on other people.

[Jimmie]

The Book of Cold Cases is one of the best books I have read this year. I absolutely loved this book!

[stephanie, MOD]

I'm glad you liked it Jimmy, I am in the middle of the book, and I like Shea,,,....

[stephanie, MOD]

Thanks Jimmy for reading this book, I hope your staying warm...Next month's read ( November ) I am going to skip.....

[Rhonda]

Funny that your first question is if a celebrity or famous person came into your office and had the ability to look in their file. Would you? That’s what happened to Michael Jackson and Farrah Fawcett. The receptionist did and sold the medical records. I am a retired Neuro-Clinical Psychologist who also was the School Psychologist for a couple very elite Non Public Schools for children with Autism and Specific Learning Disabilities. I used to be asked about the celebrities in that they are award winning and you would know all the names. I NEVER BETRAYED THE TRUST CAUSE I COUKD LOSE MY CREDENTIALS AND PRIVATE PRACTICE LICENSES. I never thought it was worth it to take such a chance. I do know people who did such. But always felt how would I feel if done to me. My morals always won. I even know someone who did such behavior. Trust is important.