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A Nobel geneticist confronts a ruthless messianic cult in this suspenseful story of one man's dangerous, determined, global odyssey to save his daughter's life, using the power of modern technology as well as the ancient miracle of healing. A first novel. Simultaneous.

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August 19, 1997
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4.75 x 0.75 x 7.25 inches
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069451859X
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Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperAudio (August 19, 1997)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 069451859X
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0694518593
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 5.6 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.75 x 0.75 x 7.25 inches

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William Bryan

Very, very Interesting.

Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2020

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Loved the medical mystery, the history, the humanity. I've read this many times; BUT, this new author was
probably an atheist and had a bias against The Church. The Roman Catholic Church leadership has had a
long, loathsome history of oppression against Jews, women, Orthodox Christians...AND SIDING WITH MUSLIMS
TO DESTROY THE ORTHODOX, EASTERN ROMAN EMPIRE; BUT, the saving grace
is to be found at the parish level where most good is done.

Cordy the author, had The Brotherhood acting in ways no 2,000 year old secret org would behave...taking
Carter to their 2,000 year old HQ?! When cut-out locations were available!? Gilding the Lily...enhancing
the story line beyond credulity.

Anyway, a great first effort. I wish Amazon had a 10 star review system. I'd give this 9 stars.

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Jessica

I love this book and have been looking for it for ...

Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2017

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I love this book and have been looking for it for years!! I finally put in the right combination of words into Google and viola! The Miracle Strain. If you are interested in seeing what, DNA, the scary possibilities of having a God Complex, a sinister brain and some scientific fortitude all come together as...than give this a read. I was only able to find it on Amazon, I could not find it in any local thrift stores, bookstores or even the library.

I have been unable to look at tapeworms and DNA the same way since reading it years ago.

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Kenneth L. Mcnamar

miracle strain

Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2011

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excellent book about the possible problems with genetic research and the fact that some cures and treatments may be good for some with a disease but can be deadly or ineffective for others. even tells of the guardian, the protection against space invasion that was supposedly put in the sky when god went back to the heavens. also an excellent overview of how corrupt corporations can become.

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lady raven

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2018

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perfect condition very happy with it.

Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2020

Beware the scam. The Miracle Strain: A Genetic Thriller and The Messiah Code are the same book, even though they were published 12 yeas apart and have different descriptive blurbs on Amazon

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Lawrence

andromeda strain

Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2011

This book kept me on edge the entire time I read it (4 hours). I enjoyed the suspense fullness that the book brought forth. This book was written very scientifically in-depth for its time period. If you enjoy microbiology or virology or like to read scientific thrillers then you will enjoy this book. I don't know if they made a movie for this but this book would be a great precursor to an X-Files Episode.

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Kim Christain

Manipulating the Bible to sell a book

Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2011

Unlike other reviewers, I thought this book was well written. It was exciting, hard to put down and I believe the author proved his talent. BUT, the contents disturbed me and hence the drop from 5 stars to 2.

Cordy's description of the villain's killings were very DISTURBING. These were the only parts of the book I skipped. I've seen and experienced enough disturbing things in my life. I don't want to fill my brain with more while expecting entertainment. He has the same mindset as Hollywood about violence and sex. People don't have to be bashed over the head with graphic details to move the plot along and develop characters.

If you were offended by the book "The Shack" by W.P Young you will want to BURN this book. But if you're strong and knowledgable in your faith you'll understand both books are works of fiction. I'm a big fan of Young's work and even think of him as wise in the Christain faith. While I believe only God truly knows the heart of each child He's created, I am suspicious that Cordy is an atheist. Worst yet, he is an atheist that did not do his homework. The idea that DNA from Christ could be passed down and provide healing is pretty cool, BUT it makes some big assumptions. And, we all know what happens when people ASSume.

How could DNA be passed if Christ didn't have children?
How can a Messiah save others from their sin if they do not live a perfect life (a thought briefly addressed but seemingly plowed into oblivion)?
What about the rapture and the return of Jesus (not another messiah)?

While Cordy makes some interesting points he defiles the deepest meanings of Christainty and shreads the truths of the Bible to fit his atheistic plot. Again I point out this is fiction.

I did enjoy his scientific ideas of how Jesus healed. I thought Cordy's idea of extracting Christ's DNA was really cool without compromising Jesus' divinity. I'm like Madame Curie and my love for science continues to confirm my faith in God. Which leads to my annoyance in the hero's sidekick. I should not be surprised that a suspected atheist author would make a brilliant scientist weak in her faith. Maybe I should think that Dr Washington has spent so much time studying computers that she's neglected her spiritual needs? No, I believe true lovers of science understand and embrace the logic of God.

I do like that Cordy never seems to out-right deny the existence of God, hence the hero's father as professor of theology and Dr Washington. And, I appreciate his somewhat respectful treatment of Christainity, a rare occurence. I may look for more of his books and hope he's researched the Christain faith better.

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Sandra W.

A VERY THOUGHT PROVOKING BOOK

Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2010

I read this book several years ago, have never forgotten it, and have been watching for an audio version ever since (ATTENTION, MICHAEL CORDY). I can't believe I have not found an audio version. I enjoyed it so much I would like to plug it into my car system and listen while I'm driving. Audios make long trips seem only half as long, and the suspense and thrills of this one would be a great distraction.

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Rachael Knowles

Enjoyed it

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 16, 2014

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Good book, Michael Cordy is a great writer who gets you gripped quickly and takes you on a journey, and you look forwards to bed as you know you can read a few more pages!

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D Lumber

Good read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 5, 2016

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Read the book before and lent to somebody - Wanted to see if I remembered the story well. Good read

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Richard Coleman

excellent

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 12, 2015

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The best book I have ever read

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ymatsui4

第二のメシアの筈なのに．．．

Reviewed in Japan on April 27, 2005

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ダヴィンチコードに似た傑作と知って，読んでみた（イギリス版). しかし，折角第二のメシアとして生まれて来たマリアが，秘密教団の殺人者ネメシスとしてだけ働いて，死刑囚になった後にメシアだと知らされ，結局何もできずに処刑される，と言うのは，いくらSFだといっても芸がなさ過ぎないだろうか．本文の最後の一行に，遺体が消失したらしい示唆があるが，死んだあとの奇跡だけでは余りにマリアが哀れである．一方ネメシスに殺される筈の，ノーベル賞学者先生は，秘密教団からキリストの真正なDNAを手に入れたり，教えを受けたり，勝手気儘で首尾一貫性のない言動をほしいままにする．私はこの主人公が好きになれない．メシアが殺人者という大胆な設定が全く機能していないので，全体として面白いけれど全面的な成功作とは言えないだろう．なお，日本語訳はまあまあ．

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