I think Joshua Spanolge has got a lot of potential. With this first novel he comes across as a solid writer with a story that has both suspense and an engrossing plot. The only thing I didn't care to much for was the lead character, Dr. Nathaniel McCormick. He's definitely not a people person and I didn't care for his attitude. Of course that's just the way he came off to me. Other than that it was a fine medical thriller and I'm sure to read his second novel tentatively entitled 'Growth Factor'.