What a well-researched, well-written, suspenseful historical fiction by Goldstone. Especially interesting to read in light of the current opioid epidemic and the corruption between pharmaceutical companies and politicians.
We find ourselves on the streets of early NYC with mystery and intrigue weaved into the early discoveries of aspirin and heroin. The time before governmental regulations of safe food and drugs. A time of tonics and mysterious and often deadly "cures".
A recommended read for history buffs and suspense lovers alike. I have another of Goldstone's books on my shelf (The Anatomy of Deception) and will be adding it to the top (okay, near top) of my TBR pile!!
Quotes: "'Murdered children' and 'experimentation' were phrases doubtlessly chosen to arouse his curiosity, but curiosity should never be allowed to overcome reason."
"Whenever a group of businessmen band together to buy Congressmen, restrict competition, fix prices, prohibit regulation, ensure obscene profits, all to the detriment of the public...."
"This nation is blinded by greed..."
"Greatness lies in persuading others to work for good."
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