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Lethal Medicine: A Novel (A Jon Masters Novel Book 1) Kindle Edition

by James J. Murray (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 71 ratings
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Clinical pharmacist Jon Masters seems to have it all. But still haunted by his days in Special Forces, Jon’s life implodes when evidence found at a murder scene implicates him in an elaborate scheme to distribute a pharmaceutical quality street drug disguised as an experimental medication.
With the help of a trusted army confidante, Jon reenters the world of covert ops and cyber intelligence, and he embarks on a global mission to save his reputation and regain control over his life as he uncovers a complex international conspiracy to redefine the nation’s recreational drug culture.
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    A Jon Masters Novel
  2. Print length
    424 pages
  3. Language
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  5. Publication date
    September 22, 2016
  6. Grade level
    12 and up
  7. File size
    2538 KB
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James has experience in both pharmaceutical manufacturing and clinical patient management. Medications and their impact on a patient's quality of life has been his expertise. His secret passion of murder and mayhem, however, is a whole other matter. An obsession with reading murder mysteries and thrillers left him longing to weave such tales of his own. Drawing on past clinical expertise as a pharmacist and an infatuation with the lethal effects of drugs, James creates short stories and novels that will have you looking over your shoulder and suspicious of anything in your medicine cabinet. James lives in South Texas with his wife and three cats. James writes a weekly blog called "Prescription For Murder" that highlights the many lethal substances used as murder weapons in modern fiction. For an interesting read and to learn about his latest publications, subscribe to his blog at https: //jamesjmurray.wordpress.com. Website: http: //www.jamesjmurray.com/ Blog: https: //jamesjmurray.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https: //www.facebook.com/jamesjmurraywriter/ Twitter: https: //twitter.com/JamesJMurray1 Amazon Author Page: www.amazon.com/author/jamesjmurray Goodreads Author Page: www.goodreads.com/jamesjmurra

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01LWYO30W
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Interaction Media Publishing, LLC; 2nd edition (September 22, 2016)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 22, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2538 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 424 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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James has experience in both pharmaceutical manufacturing and clinical patient management. Medications and their impact on a patient’s quality of life has been his expertise. His secret passion of murder and mayhem, however, is a whole other matter. An obsession with reading murder mysteries and thrillers left him longing to weave such tales of his own. Drawing on past clinical expertise as a pharmacist and an infatuation with the lethal effects of drugs, James creates short stories and novels that will have you looking over your shoulder and suspicious of anything in your medicine cabinet. James also writes a weekly blog called “Prescription For Murder” that highlights many of the lethal substances used as murder weapons. Subscribe at https://jamesjmurray.com

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Vence Jelovchan
5.0 out of 5 stars I THOROUGHLY enjoyed this book
Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2015
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I THOROUGHLY enjoyed this book. It was not too long or too short and held my attention throughout. There were several "twists & turns" in the plot that kept you intrigued and thirsting for more. I recently read a military style novel by a very famous & popular author and found "Lethal Medicine" to be superior to this book. The author's knowledge of the medical/pharmaceutical business was evident and provided credibility to the story. I look forward to reading more novels from this author.
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Kerry L. Reis
4.0 out of 5 stars Global Conspiracy Thriller About Heroin Drug Trafficking
Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2017
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Jim Masters and his wife, Gwen, have built a thriving infusion pharmacy business with branches throughout Texas that specializes in delivering its products to homecare customers. A major lift in their business has been their inclusion into a major drug study; however, when one of the nurses who were cleared to pick up supplies of this specialized new drug is found murdered with a Masters IV bag next to her and is revealed to actually be a prostitute, the drug study is uncovered to be part of a complex drug trafficking scheme to deliver high quality heroin into the US, and Jim finds himself framed as a co-conspirator and murderer. Now, using his earlier history in the Special Forces, along with a good lawyer and a well-connected Special Ops friend, Jim seeks to discover the global truth of this heroin smuggling conspiracy in order to clear and protect himself, his wife, and his company in this deadly game. The author has created a very complex and enthralling thriller which quickly brings the reader in. However, the hyped-up conspiracy and heroics begin to be stretched a bit in the second half of the book, creating a small veneer of unreality. At one point, after a roller coaster of action and suspense, a small plot twist seems to undercut the action leading up to it. Still, many action suspense conspiracy thrill lovers have a lot to enjoy in this story.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Deserves 10 stars.
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2016
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This book was positively BRILLIANT. James Murray wrote the most amazing book. This book was a never-ending roller coaster ride full of never ending twists and turns. Put this book on your must read list. You won't be disappointed.
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kickn
5.0 out of 5 stars Fast paced
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2016
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GREAT STORY! I'm an avid reader, so any book that keeps me hooked is a great book in my world. Thoroughly enjoyed the 'thick' plot and the game of trying to keep one step ahead of it.
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Ann P. Burk
5.0 out of 5 stars Lethal Medicine by James J. Murray
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2015
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Truly enjoyed this first book by James J. Murray and can hardly wait for the next one to come out. It was full of twist and unexpected turns.
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1.0 out of 5 stars Not worth it.
Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2016
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Author's writing was poor. The plot was okay, nothing exciting or new. I read this as part of the Pop Sugar 2016 reading challenge (book with a protagonist who has your occupation--I'm a pharmacist), and it was a disappointment. Murray's writing leaves much to be desired. Writers are supposed to "show and not tell" and Murray did the exact opposite. His style was short and choppy and is not something you would expect in a novel. Maybe actions/events for a play or television episode. Murray needs to work on his prose. I think he tried some character backstory/development, but it was just boring and unbelievable. Getting through the book was a chore. Worst book I've read this year (possibly worst book I've read ever).
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Lynda M. FILLER
5.0 out of 5 stars A page turner. Great read!
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2016
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Lethal Justice is a page turner. The twists are interesting. The ideas an original spin on a controversial issue. I thoroughly enjoyed the authors writing and storytelling!
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Amanda Ball
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2017
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Great story. Fast moving. Enjoyed the characters.
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S Saywack
5.0 out of 5 stars Masterful
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 16, 2024
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A brilliantly detailed investigative novel from an author who knows his stuff. Like the other book in this series, his knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry is detailed. As to be expected, the research is deep and the plot is convoluted in a very nice way—ie, lots of twists and turns. I like how the story is far and wide and how it keeps developing as the story goes on. I have read several books by James Murray, and I have enjoyed each one.
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Natasha George Patrick
5.0 out of 5 stars A great read
Reviewed in India on November 29, 2022
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This is a great read for all investigation novel enthusiasts. The author has done a lot of research. It can be seen in the way the plot unfolds. A great investigative story that spans across countries as Jon Masters tries to proves his innocence in an alledged drug case. Lethal Medicine is a fast paced novel. I couldn't put it down till the case was solved. Written from different perspectives, it is really great how the author brings the story together. Definitely an awesome read.
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Shorty
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Well Done!!!
Reviewed in Canada on August 28, 2015
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This is a very engaging novel by expert in the field, who as it turns out also happens to be a very accomplished writer. James Murray sweeps you up into the plot and carries you along in a fascinating novel of love, intrigue and murder. Well done!
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5.0 out of 5 stars A truly gritty international crime thriller
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 3, 2017
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A truly gritty international crime thriller which I enjoyed a lot!
The criminal subject matter is developed very well and the author's knowledge of science comes through strongly in the detailed description of drug production. The novel contains great character development and a story line which kept me guessing all the way.
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Gladys Laing
5.0 out of 5 stars a great read.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 4, 2017
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A tense thriller kept you wondering to the last page,a great read.
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