NAPLES, Fla., March 16, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Murder is often a cold-hearted event that can bring anyone to trial and punishment. When complications strike, the search for truth can turn into a messy affair that will test the limits of justice. Fans of murder mysteries are about to witness twists and suspense as Xlibris releases Phoenix, a compelling new book authored by Nicholas Smyth.
Phoenix begins when a heart patient lies unconscious on the table rapidly sinking toward death, forcing Dr. Eric Stryker to work frantically. Unfortunately, every procedure seems to make matters worse and the patient dies, horrifying Stryker and his fiancee, Dr. Janet Chase. They both know that the death will someday destroy their plans for the future as well as their careers. Lieutenant Michael O'Brian of the New York Police Department happened to be present as an observer and a guest of Dr. Janet Chase. O'Brian had a suspicion of foul play in the patient's death. Unfortunately, the evidence of this death has been destroyed. As a result, he had to set about solving Dr. Stryker's case without any evidence. As the lieutenant digs deeper for clues, his life is troubled and later he goes to a priest for advice. Will this troubled officer be able to turn his life around and at the same time find the truth behind the death of the patient? Is Dr. Stryker really liable under law? Read the book to find out.
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About the Author
Dr. Nicholas Smyth is a retired thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon. Dr. Nicholas Smyth was born in Ireland, where he began his training as a surgeon. His distinguished career as a surgeon and clinical researcher spans over fifty years in England, Ireland and the United States, where he now lives. Retired from surgery since 1986, Dr. Smyth was actively engaged in pacemaker research and development throughout his career. A widely published scholar and lecturer, Heartbreak is his first work of fiction under the pen name Patrick McGowan.
PHOENIX * by Nicholas Smyth
Publication Date: August 22, 2008
Trade Paperback; $17.84; 141 pages; 978-1-4257-6202-5
Cloth Hardback; $27.89; 141 pages; 978-1-4257-6206-3
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