In the course of his investigation, he discovers anguish, desperation, love, loyalty, incredible food, intelligence, and a dark underbelly rivaling anything a big city might offer.
But what about the cancer? And why only these four cases?
About Dots: Cancer Sleuthing
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Dr. John Parker, an epidemiological researcher with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, has journeyed to a tiny town in rural Kentucky to investigate a cluster of four cases of an extremely rare cancer, Griffith’s sarcoma. He immediately confronts the reality that in 21st century America, rural society has been left to fend for itself, ignored in funding, neglected in medicine, and assaulted by the merciless forces of corporate agriculture and big industry. In this environment devoid of society’s protections, the epidemiologist’s first task is to narrow down the possible causes. In the process, he appreciates anew a second reality — that rural America is blessed with strong, resiliant, and resourceful individuals. In the course of his investigation, he discovers anguish, desperation, love, loyalty, incredible food, intelligence, and a dark underbelly rivaling anything a big city might offer. But what about the cancer? And why only these four cases? |
| Baltimore author Clark Thomas Riley has written and published non-fiction since the 1970s in support of careers at The University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, the United States Navy, Graduate Studies at The University of Chicago, biomedical research, and information technology. He began writing fiction in 1994 and has five novels finished to the first draft level. Dots: Cancer Sleuthing on the 21st Century Frontier is his second novel to be published, after What If They Lied (just a little)? Following this work will be a pioneer romance, a medical mystery, a spy novel, a liberation adventure, and a commentary on building the twenty-first century hobby greenhouse. Other interests include teaching Sunday School, growing and speaking about orchids, publishing services, teaching, and social activism. The author can be reached at ClarkTRiley@gmail.com, where you can participate in a moderated discussion of Dots: Cancer Sleuthing on the 21st Century Frontier. |
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DiscussionThis is a moderated discussion. That means that the author is responsible for what is posted and has the sole right to accept or reject comments and questions. Anything designed to start a flame war or put someone down will NOT be posted. That said, I will try to post every serious question or comment sent to ClarkTRiley@gmail.com and will, to the best of my ability answer questions and share constructive feedback.By default, I will identify participants by initials and geographic region, if known. If you'd prefer, provide a handle and any other identity preference. 1. Why is the novel set in 2009? — CTR, Maryland My writing started in 2011, but the idea had been in my head much longer. Aside from some of the communication technologies, nothing has really change in many decades and will likely not change quickly in rural America. |