(Knopf Publishing Group) The premise of Lawrence Wright’s apocalyptic new thriller is eerily familiar: a mysterious new virus turned global pandemic infects untold numbers of people as scientists race to stop it. Microbiologist Henry Parsons, a smart, driven man, passionate about his science, centers the story, risking his life to fight the disease. But who would want to read such a book at a time like this? This reader was surprised to find the book oddly comforting and informative; this particular flu str … (read more)
