by Lydia Kang
First published 2021
In the heart of New York City, a deadly virus is spreading. Microbiologist Nora Kilburn races to trace the outbreak's origins and stop the contagion before it spirals out of control. As the death toll rises, Nora must navigate a treacherous web of secrets, lies, and betrayals to uncover the truth - and time is running out. With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, Nora must make the ultimate sacrifice to protect those she loves.
Genres: science-fiction, medical, adventure, mystery, thriller, action
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: race-against-time, secrets-and-lies
Setting: New York City
Period: 21st-century
401 pages · Kindle Edition · Workman Publishing Company
Content warnings: death, medical-trauma