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Unlawful Harvest (A Kenzie Kirsch Medical Thriller Book 1) Kindle Edition

by P.D. Workman (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 1,152 ratings
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From USA Today Bestselling Author, P.D. Workman!

When an Urban Legend becomes reality

Kenzie Kirsch had led a sheltered life; daughter of a wealthy lobbyist, her way had been paved for her, and she wasn’t really required to do much in life. There were events to make an appearance at, boards to sit on, fundraisers to support, but she could pick and choose what she wanted to do and how busy she wanted to be.

When she set out to find out why her sister Amanda was so ill, she had no idea where her amateur investigation would take her. Amanda’s illness had never been discussed. Amanda deserved her privacy.

As Kenzie’s questions take her deeper and deeper into the murky world of transplant tourism, Kenzie starts to wonder just what her parents have been covering up, and who else’s life might hang in the balance.

⭐️⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️I enjoyed the fast pace of the story which kept me flipping pages late into the night. It is one of those books you just don’t want to put down until you have read the very last word. If you enjoy suspense, intrigue, family drama, spell-binding imagery and great character development, you will absolutely enjoy reading this book. If you are a reader of the Zachary Goldman Mysteries series, you have already met Kenzie Kirsch. This series is a spinoff from Zachary Goldman Mysteries, giving Kenzie a front-and-center position in solving medical mysteries.

Looking for a strong female lead in an engaging medical mystery? Award-winning and USA Today Bestselling Author P.D. Workman brings you an up-and-coming Medical Examiner’s Assistant who is right up your alley.
Join Dr. Kenzie Kirsch as she uncovers mysteries, conspiracies, and thrills!

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A Kenzie Kirsch Medical Thriller

mystery, medical thriller, suspense, female sleuth, medical examiner

When an Urban Legend becomes reality

Kenzie Kirsch had led a sheltered life; daughter of a wealthy lobbyist, her way had been paved for her, and she wasn’t really required to do much in life. There were events to make an appearance at, boards to sit on, fundraisers to support, but she could pick and choose what she wanted to do and how busy she wanted to be.

When she set out to find out why her sister Amanda was so ill, she had no idea where her amateur investigation would take her. Amanda’s illness had never been discussed. Amanda deserved her privacy.

As Kenzie’s questions take her deeper and deeper into the murky world of transplant tourism, Kenzie starts to wonder just what her parents have been covering up, and who else’s life might hang in the balance.

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About the Author

Award-winning and USA Today bestselling author P.D. Workman writes riveting mystery/suspense and young adult books dealing with mental illness, addiction, abuse, and other real-life issues. Workman started publishing in 2013. She has won several literary awards from Library Services for Youth in Custody for her young adult fiction. She currently has over 50 published titles and can be found at pdworkman.com.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07YQHB335
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ pd workman (December 20, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 20, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1095 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 320 pages
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    4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 1,152 ratings

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P.D. Workman is a USA Today Bestselling author, winner of several awards from Library Services for Youth in Custody and the InD’tale Magazine’s Crowned Heart award, and has published over 100 mystery/suspense/thriller and young adult books, including stand alones and these series: Auntie Clem’s Bakery cozy mysteries, Reg Rawlins Psychic Investigator paranormal mysteries, Zachary Goldman Mysteries (PI), Kenzie Kirsch Medical Thrillers, Parks Pat Mysteries (police procedural), and YA series: Tamara’s Teardrops, Between the Cracks, and Breaking the Pattern.

Workman loves writing about the underdog. She has been praised for her realistic details, deep characterization, and sensitive handling of the serious social issues that appear in her stories, from light cozy mysteries to darker, grittier young adult and mystery/suspense books.

"P. D. Workman does not shy from probing the deep psychological scars of childhood trauma, mental illness, and addiction. Also characteristic of this author, these extremely sensitive issues are explored with extensive empathy, described with incredible clarity, and portrayed with profound insight."

Some of Workman’s titles have been translated into Spanish, French, Portuguese, German, and Italian.

Workman began writing at an early age and is a prolific reader as well as writer. She is also passionate about teaching and learning, expresses her creativity through art and cooking, and loves exploring the Calgary parks and green spaces where the Parks Pat Mysteries are set. She was a legal assistant for many years and has done extensive charitable work.

Workman was born and raised in Alberta, Canada, and is married with one adult son.

You can find P.D. Workman online or on social networks as pdworkmanauthor

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Uvalde Coyote
5.0 out of 5 stars Intense and Thought-provoking
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2023
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It took awhile to get into the story but by then the characters and plot were so interesting and complex it was hard to put down. I have trouble with books about the ultra rich because it is so foreign to me. That didn't keep me from enjoying the complex twists of the plot and characters and so I gave the book five stars.
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dlg
4.0 out of 5 stars Good story
Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2023
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Story about transplants and all that’s involved to receive one. Also the black market. Good story line. Found the book interesting. Quick read. Some twist near the end. Would recommend.
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katyfitz
3.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining
Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2021
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I loved the early part of Unlawful Harvest and the energy with which the story unfolded. I could feel the emotion, see the action, and imagine the heartbreak. Then it got formulaic and predictable. Near the end, I began to read to finish rather than to enjoy solving the mystery.
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Roger Fauble
5.0 out of 5 stars Workman's best read yet
Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2021
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Unlawful Harvest (A Kenzie Kirsch Medical Thriller Book 1). I've now read 30 books from author P.D. Workman, this may be the best yet. Extremely well written, the characters well-developed. M mystery/suspense than anything I'v read of her other works. Maybe why that's why I like it so much since I love a good mystery. “I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review." The gifting of this book did not affect my opinion of it.(RIP Marley January 20, 2014 - July 24, 2018).
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Ellen Oceanside
4.0 out of 5 stars Unusual Plot
Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2019
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Kenzie a life of ease, and charity and fundraising events, Until she decided to investigate why her younger sister was so sick, Finding answers, and secrets about her parents, made an interesting plot. Good plot to keep one’s interest
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Robert Krueger
5.0 out of 5 stars Emotional thriller
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2020
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What should be apparent is hidden.

A gripping tale of a sister (Amanda) who is in need of a kidney transplant and her sister's (Kenzie) concern when everything goes terribly wrong. It is also an expose of the seeder side of the industry. Basically, it is kKnzie's story of love for her sister and the search for truth and justice.

Kenzie is unconventional and drifting, unselfish and caring, but when it is apparent something is amiss, her suspicious mind takes over. What is the truth of what happened to her sister to cause her death? What are the hidden facts? What can she do about it? Her sister's illness and death shape Kenzie's life, bringing a new maturity.

There is deception and misdirection, a measure of which is in the family, tragedy, and as Kenzie probes for the truth, danger raises its ugly head from the depths of crime.

Thoughtful and provocative. Reviewed by the author of the Children's Story, About Good and Evil.
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EricP
5.0 out of 5 stars Great story and character buildup, as always!
Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2022
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This, as with all Workman's books, is a one setting read. I just can't put them down.

Great plot and character buildup, and just enough detail that one's mind jumps into the story as one becomes an emotionally involved bystander to the storyline.

My only point of contention is the ending. Wish it had been built out as much as the entire storyline had been. Seemed some loose ends were left, but perhaps those will become parts of other books in the Kenzie Kirsch series.

Check out the collection to find out! P. D. Workman is always a good read!
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L. Hampton
4.0 out of 5 stars Better than most medical thrillers
Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2020
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I found this to be better than most medical thrillers I have read for several reasons. It was unique in that the story was from a suspicious family member and not a medical professional. I felt like I really got to know the characters and their conversations and actions seemed realistic. Tragically, I'm afraid, that this practice goes on in RL far more often than we know. I have read a few of this authors books - I have liked some of them a lot and some not as much. I'm sure I will read more as she writes about interesting subjects.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Was okay
Reviewed in Canada on February 13, 2022
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Liked the characters and the plot twists and turns. I was just hoping that the lead character was going to have a fulfilling relationship.
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Anurag
2.0 out of 5 stars Weak storyline, not engaging
Reviewed in India on November 25, 2021
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This fails at all fronts. The storyline is weak, as is the protagonist, who seems more concerned about following the high-society ways taught by her mother than than to actually do some good for the society. Tries to be morally sound but isn't. Confused about what she wants and what she needs. Too many repeating phrases (urban legend) that distract. Trivialisation of the core issue (organ trafficking). Relationships are not developed enough for the reader to empathise with, or even sympathise. In all, a very disjointed boring read, finished the book only because I never like to leave unfinished.
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4.0 out of 5 stars good read
Reviewed in Canada on December 2, 2021
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A bit slow to start but certainly improved a great deal.
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Bionictadpole
4.0 out of 5 stars Great read from a "new to me" author
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 11, 2022
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I liked the pace, I actually liked the characters and the twist was actually unexpected. Will certainly look out for more.
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1.0 out of 5 stars Unlawful Harvest
Reviewed in Canada on November 30, 2021
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I'm sure it gets to be very good at some point but all this hospital stuff in the first chapters, surely necessary background...not my cup of tea.
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