Delta Factor, The

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‘This is it. This story goes to the heart of our greatest moral dilemma – the power of scientists to save or destroy, to manipulate genes for good or gain.. It is a sombre warning to us all. Locke has produced a compulsive read.’ TONY HALL, MANAGING DIRECTOR, BBC NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS. ‘Thomas Locke’s novel demonstrates a mastery of the complex subject matter & an ability to reduce it to easily understood terms… A fresh relaxing read – despite the tension he creates.’ THE OXFORD TIMES. Deborah Givens is on the verge of realizing her dream – discovering a means of conquering viral disease. Her pharmaceutical company bosses see huge profits & want this ‘Wonder’ drug on the market without delay. But Cliff Devon, the official responsible for approving new drugs, & an old friend of hers. isn’t tempted by their inducements to speed things up. When Deborah discovers a serious risk of uncontrolled genetic mutation associated with the drug, the two friends are suddenly faced with challenges both to their integrity & to the very direction of genetic research ‘A cut far above the ordinary thriller. THE DELTA FACTOR possesses all the classic elements of suspense & plot, & yet is raised to a higher level of quality by its remarkable human drama. A very successful novel, one to be highly recommended.’ MICHAEL STEWART, AUTHOR OF BELLADONNA & GRACE. ‘This is a most excellent story, full of momentum & excitement. A great read!’ BBC RADIO BERKSHIRE