Dr. Jack Forester, director of the New Canterbury University Hospital emergency department, is about to win an ongoing battle to modernize the ED when he's stymied by the power-hungry dean, Bryson Witner. Then someone tries to murder Jack's mentor and the former dean, setting it up to look like suicide. Bit by bit, Jack uncovers facts that suggest several other recent tragic accidents may not have been in the least accidental. The deeper he digs, the closer danger creeps, and the phrase "life or death" begins to take on a new and very personal meaning.
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"FINAL MERCY is a superbly written medical thriller. The author, a medical doctor, has created a tale of suspense and intrigue . . . along with an inside look at emergency medicine. . . . Outstanding."
--Readers Favorites.
FINAL MERCY is a medical thriller that I couldn't put down.
--Hamilton Gregory (Author of Public Speaking for College and Career, McGraw-Hill)
A nimbly crafted suspense certain to earn Edwards an appreciative fan base. KIRKUS REVIEWS.
--Readers Favorites.
FINAL MERCY is a medical thriller that I couldn't put down.
--Hamilton Gregory (Author of Public Speaking for College and Career, McGraw-Hill)
A nimbly crafted suspense certain to earn Edwards an appreciative fan base. KIRKUS REVIEWS.
From the Author
This is the original edition, no longer in print. A second edition has been published by Pascal Editions and is available in quality paperback and Kindle versions. It has a fresh new prologue, a slightly different ending and promises to be an even more gripping and satisfying read than before. The second edition even has a nice new cover.
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Frank Edwards served as an Army helicopter pilot in Vietnam, studied English and Chemistry at UNC Chapel Hill, and earned an M.D. from the University of Rochester. He practices emergency medicine in Western, NY. Visit www.frankjedwards.com for more.
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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
an excellent medical thriller - a real page-turner, with intelligence, wit, evocative settings and characters well worth getting to know. I will be looking for more from Dr. Edwards.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Trollhair
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
I loved the book! Read it in one sitting. I got nothing accomplished today. Great characters, excellent plot. Was NOT written at the 5th grade level. Actually had to use the dictionary numerous times. I loved that! I can't wait to read more!
Medical thriller to say the least. Suspenseful, fast paced and fun to read.
Medical thriller to say the least. Suspenseful, fast paced and fun to read.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Misty
Format:Paperback
I have to tell you right off, Final Mercy, a medical thriller, is a little out of my normal reading genre. I knew that going in, but I was really interested in reading this novel when, after checking out Edwards' webpage, I saw that he is also a poet. Many of you know I write fiction, but personally I think of myself as a poet first, a reader second, and a novelist third and last, so you can see why getting a look inside this book intrigued me.
Edwards' knowledge and experience in the medical profession will be the first thing you notice when you start reading Final Mercy. He narrates his story in a way only someone famliar with the inner workings of a medical center could. His setting and background are solidly constructed and pull the reader in so immediately and fully you feel like you could be a part of the "office politics" at New Canterbury, but the third person narrative makes it easy to just be glad you aren't.
It only took about two sentences for me to know I was going to like this book, the writing is that tight. Honestly, I'd almost forgotten that anyone still knew how to write like this. With natural, flowing dialogue, Edwards drops information in a steady stream of bait. And here is where I self-righteously attribute Edwards' skill at this to being a poet--being practiced at saying a lot in a very few words. Edwards keeps a very active voice, and his style shows the reader the intricacies of his story instead of tells them, which creates a much deeper connection with the characters and, in my opinion, a more fulfilling read.
Jack Forester is a compelling character, one you will definitely want to prevail. I often asked myself, at least in the beginning, why he did not just quit his job and move on (but that would just be me avoiding conflict--sidenote: sometimes I fast-forward through the major conflict in movies) and let Witner have the old hospital--because though Witner is very creepy in his private scenes, he is completely personable and even charming when he is dealing with other characters (which is the real creepy part). But the conflict in this novel is the whole point of it, and Jack's determination to get to the bottom of things, along with the (thank you!) romantic element, keeps you curious and turning the pages.
Final Mercy is an excellent, intelligent read I would recommend to anyone.
This review was first published at Six Mixed Reviews http://sixmixedreviews.blogspot.com/2011/12/final-mercy-by-frank-j-edwards.html
Edwards' knowledge and experience in the medical profession will be the first thing you notice when you start reading Final Mercy. He narrates his story in a way only someone famliar with the inner workings of a medical center could. His setting and background are solidly constructed and pull the reader in so immediately and fully you feel like you could be a part of the "office politics" at New Canterbury, but the third person narrative makes it easy to just be glad you aren't.
It only took about two sentences for me to know I was going to like this book, the writing is that tight. Honestly, I'd almost forgotten that anyone still knew how to write like this. With natural, flowing dialogue, Edwards drops information in a steady stream of bait. And here is where I self-righteously attribute Edwards' skill at this to being a poet--being practiced at saying a lot in a very few words. Edwards keeps a very active voice, and his style shows the reader the intricacies of his story instead of tells them, which creates a much deeper connection with the characters and, in my opinion, a more fulfilling read.
Jack Forester is a compelling character, one you will definitely want to prevail. I often asked myself, at least in the beginning, why he did not just quit his job and move on (but that would just be me avoiding conflict--sidenote: sometimes I fast-forward through the major conflict in movies) and let Witner have the old hospital--because though Witner is very creepy in his private scenes, he is completely personable and even charming when he is dealing with other characters (which is the real creepy part). But the conflict in this novel is the whole point of it, and Jack's determination to get to the bottom of things, along with the (thank you!) romantic element, keeps you curious and turning the pages.
Final Mercy is an excellent, intelligent read I would recommend to anyone.
This review was first published at Six Mixed Reviews http://sixmixedreviews.blogspot.com/2011/12/final-mercy-by-frank-j-edwards.html
Most Recent Customer Reviews
1.0 out of 5 stars
Not for me
This book entered my home and exited it so fast I couldn't tell you what it was about anymore. I was looking for good reading and did not find it by a long shot. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mimms Baby
5.0 out of 5 stars
Thoroughly enjoyed this one
Final Mercy is a well-written book with an exciting plot! I won't repeat the synopsis as anyone can read that, instead I will get into the review. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Diana M. Hockley
5.0 out of 5 stars
GREAT READ
I got to know the characters during this read and am looking forward to Mr.Edwards next novel...Very interesting twists and turns...suspense... Read more
Published 2 months ago by J. Donohue
5.0 out of 5 stars
Exciting
Just finished reading this fantastic book. Its packed with suspense and very well written.
As a physician myself perhaps I'm biased to the material but its eerily accurate for... Read more
As a physician myself perhaps I'm biased to the material but its eerily accurate for... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Christen Behzadi , MD
4.0 out of 5 stars
A classy thriller that revels in its medical setting
There's something appealing about the idea of a madman being charge of a hospital and nobody realising it. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Justin Huggler
5.0 out of 5 stars
A book worth the wait.
I really enjoyed the character development in Final Mercy, particularly that of Dr. Witner, and the growing relationship of Jack and Zellie. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Robin L Kirkey
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent!!!!!
Fits perfectly in the thriller category. Best book that I've read in a very long time. Definitely on my recommendation list
Published 2 months ago by Benjamin Baker
5.0 out of 5 stars
An excellent read!
I really enjoyed reading Final Mercy. The author obviously has experience in the Emerency Department of a hospital and that, first and foremost, makes it real. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Joanne Chase
4.0 out of 5 stars
Exciting Medical Thriller
You can't help but enjoy this book! Initially, it starts out a little slowly by introducing all of the characters and the history and ownership of the medical buildings. Read more
Published 9 months ago by december
4.0 out of 5 stars
Castle Meets ER!
Final Mercy - Castle Meets ER!
Rating: 4 of 5
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Format: Paperback, Kindle
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Rating: 4 of 5
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Format: Paperback, Kindle
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