After years of heartbreaking infertility, Ann Sorenson finally conceives through in-vitro fertilization. The joy of conception is overwhelming. Then, nature intervenes when she delivers a baby several weeks premature. Joy turns to confrontation as everyone knows this child can NOT be hers. She and her husband are both Caucasian, and the infant is African-American.How could this happen unless she … unless she got the wrong sperm? The situation intensifies when Ann learns that both she and her baby are infected with the AIDS virus—a death sentence, especially for a preemie in ICU. All she wanted was a child; instead, her whole life became imperiled by a mysterious stranger.
Was this human error or a deliberate attempt at sabotage? A genetic phenomenon? Or, most likely, an illicit love affair?
This story showcases betrayal, retribution and character. Destiny triumphs with inevitable results. Revenge for the wicked. Peace for the betrayed. Forgiveness for those who deserve it.
Justice for all.
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Unexpected Enemy: Ultimate Revenge by Tim Cagle kept me on the edge of my seat.
The author’s character development, right down to the Bostonian accent, was incredible. There are many, many people in this novel. I loved, or depending on who it was, loved to hate all of them. Most of the characters have nicknames and fictitious names; therefore, it’s a bit challenging to keep everyone straight—attentiveness is a must. Lol, I could have used a family tree to help me out.
The plot is captivating but super-complex. For this reason, I needed to pay close attention to who and what was going on in the scene. I didn’t want to miss anything; after all, it is a suspense thriller. I was trying to figure out the“who done it.” And I loved…loved…loved the ending!
The scenes were executed to perfection; I was right there with the characters. The readers are treated to a vivid tutorial about cremation: The heat of the oven, what melts and what doesn’t, the pulverizer, and yeah, teeth are ground down—gruesome, but fascinating.
Mr. Cagle took medical and legal lingo and made it understandable. It’s a great read, but the novel demands the reader stay attuned to the details. Five Stars!
“Keep your friends close but your enemies closer.”
Ann Sorenson and her husband, Stephen, have been trying to conceive a baby for years. Now, Ann is close to giving birth after in-vitro fertilization. When the baby is born prematurely, everyone is shocked because the baby is African-American and Ann and Stephen are both Caucasian.
The couple hire a lawyer, Erica Payne, to sue the clinic and the Doctors involved for the mix-up. Add in the fact that the baby and mother are both now infected with the AIDS virus and you have a set-up for a huge monetary settlement.
But, there is much more to this story. David Whitney, the lawyer for the clinic and longtime friend of one of the Doctors, begins to dig into this situation and soon uncovers a tangled web of conspiracy. When the Doctor, Lee Harlow, is killed in a plane crash, things get even more complicated.
This was a well-written, fast paced and intriguing book, reminiscent of the early John Grisham thrillers. It almost read like a spy novel at times, with many of the characters having false names and secrets in their pasts.
By the end of the book, the reader learns of abuse, betrayal, murder, greed and so much more on the part of the characters involved. I have a feeling that I will be rereading this book (at a slower pace) to really savor the intricacies of the plot.
“Attack your enemy where he is unprepared; appear where you are not expected.” Wise words from Sun Tzu and “The Art of War”.
I was given the opportunity to read this book by the author/publisher, but the opinions expressed are entirely my own.
There are great characters in a fast-moving plot; this has an incredible storyline and is definitely a must read.
This is IVF gone wild. You must read about this nightmare that results after the successful IVF. The why is something that could only come from a lawyers mind. And the ending, oh my!
With an attorney’s laser focus, Cagle constructed a conundrum with more twists than country road. A five-star must read that I think you should read!