Alchemist

By: Peter James

Narrated by: Katherine Press

What doesn't kill you makes you stronger....

Monty Bannerman's father is a leading genetic scientist and Nobel Prize winner whose company has just been taken over by what will soon be the world's biggest pharmaceutical giant. He had some misgivings about their company ethics - but ultimately, he needs their money, and they need his mind.

Then a journalist comes to Monty's door, with a far-fetched story about the pharmaceutical company. She doesn't believe what she's being told for a moment - but within a few short weeks, events are making the apparently fantastic claims look horrifyingly like the truth.

Behind the respectable facade of the multi-national company which calls itself the 'World's Most Caring Company' lies an outrage against the whole human race....

©2019 Peter James (P)2019 Orion Publishing Group

Critic reviews

"Peter James is getting better with every book." (Times)

"Peter James is one of the best crime writers in the business." (Karin Slaughter)

Engrossing Story and Excellent Narration

I was hooked by this deliciously creepy medical thriller, beautifully narrated by Katherine Press. It took over my weekend; during which I devoured the 23 hour audiobook in two days. I am only giving the story three stars because I found the occult focused subplot an annoying distraction from an otherwise superb medical/corporate thriller. Peter James’ storytelling ability is so exquisite that it held me riveted, despite this unfortunate detour into mumbo-jumbo.
It was like reading Robin Cook or Michael Palmer, at the top of their game, with an occasional chapter slipped in by Dan Brown. It didn’t ruin it for me, but I would have preferred otherwise.

good story, make you wonder

Would have given it 5 stars the ending is not complete and I kept having to turn the volume up or down to listen to the story.

Good til the end

Enjoyed the book until close to the end
No spoilers here
Story was really good and believable until closer to the end.

Riveting story

Loved this book

Now wondering is there another book ?
Will there be a 2nd book ?

This is the first Peter James book I’ve listened to. I look forward to exploring more from this author

Unbelievable!!

Unexpected story build up of a story told over the years. Ending in a truly horrific end. Worth every minute if listening. Narrator was wonderful. A have to read book

Thrilling

Marvelous storytelling. A must read/listen. James's best effort and I've read most of his work.

Brilliant read

what a well written book, telling a magnificently gripping story. throughly enjoyable and entertaining read