Manner of Death By Robin Cook

After Dr. Jack Stapleton's harrowing encounter with a medical serial killer, his wife Laurie Montgomery finds herself shouldering the responsibilities both at home and in her role as NYC Chief Medical Examiner. Seeking to ignite Dr. Ryan Sullivan's interest in forensic pathology during his required month at the medical examiner's office, Laurie enlists his help with a suicide autopsy. However, their collaboration unexpectedly thrusts them into a dangerous conspiracy.

Dr. Sullivan, eager to avoid forensic autopsies, proposes a research project on a series of suicides to distract from his duties. As he delves into the cases alongside Laurie, they uncover troubling patterns suggesting foul play. Their investigation leads them to a cancer diagnostics company peddling fraudulent screening technology, placing their lives in jeopardy.

With Laurie and Ryan at risk, they must navigate a web of deceit and danger to expose the truth behind the company's nefarious practices. As they delve deeper, they uncover shocking revelations about the manipulation of medical technology for personal gain.

In this gripping thriller, Robin Cook explores the intersection of medicine, ethics, and corporate greed, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as Laurie and Ryan race against time to unravel the conspiracy before it's too late.