First published 2016
Oncologist Theo Ross never knew whether her family's long battle with cancer was mere bad luck or a genetic time bomb. That is, until she was diagnosed with melanoma - a shocking twist for a woman with dark skin. Determined to uncover the truth, Theo embarks on a personal journey through her family's past, sifting through the confusing, often contradictory clues left by generations of cancer. With her medical expertise and the latest genetic research, Theo pieces together a chilling family legacy, empowering herself and her loved ones to face an unpredictable future.
Genres: family, science, medical, non-fiction, biography-memoir, health
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: personal-journey, uncovering-the-truth
Setting: United States
304 pages · Hardcover · Avery
Content warnings: medical-trauma