Review – Placebo

by Revell introduces us to Jevin Banks

From the back cover:  One man must uncover the truth–even when others will stop at nothing to keep it buried.

While investigating a controversial neurological research program, exposé filmmaker Jevin Banks is drawn into a far-reaching conspiracy involving one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical firms. He seeks answers about the questionable mind-to-mind communication program–and answers to his own family tragedy.

Rooted in groundbreaking science, Placebo explores the far reaches of science, consciousness, and faith. This taut, intelligent, and emotionally gripping new thriller from master storyteller Steven James will keep you flipping pages late into the night.

When you receive a new Steven James thriller here is the checklist to do before you start reading.  Turn off the computer and the phone, make yourself a large hot chocolate, or beverage of your choice, have your snacks handy and settle into your reading chair comfortably because you are going to be there for a while and not want to move until you finish reading.  With ”Placebo” Mr. James gives us a conspiracy and he has loaded this high-octane thriller with so much misinformation and deceit that it takes a lot of concentration just to keep your head above water.  ”Placebo” races along at lightening speed and all the characters are put their paces trying to solve this conspiracy that involves pharmaceutical companies and the military and put all the pieces together.

Mr. James grabs a hold of your nerves and squeezes until you think you can’t be squeezed anymore and then he squeezes those nerves some more.  What more can we ask for?  “Placebo” gives us much, much more.  This is a top-notch thriller and, I think, this is Mr. James’ best work yet and that is saying something.  Mr. James takes us on a ride that leaves us breathless but extremely satisfied.  Sort of like the way you feel after a roller coaster ride.  I liked this book and recommend it highly!