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From Debbie Wiley Book Reviews
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The Genesis Key
by James Barney
Dr.
Kathleen Sainsbury is determined to decode the mystery of the INDY
gene, no matter what it costs her. She believes the INDY gene (INDY as
in “I’m Not Dead Yet”) is the key to curing Alzheimer’s and thus saving
her father. Unfortunately, Kathleen is not the only one interested in
her research and now secrets from the past are colliding with the
present. Just what has Kathleen Sainsbury uncovered?
THE GENESIS KEY alternates between various character perspectives and
settings, including brief flashbacks to 1979. James Barney does an
excellent job at keeping the reader’s interest piqued without
overwhelming the reader with the change in settings and character
focus. The historical details provide a rich depth to the story, adding
ethical issues to the thrill of the chase, while the multidimensional
characters often do the unexpected, and yet very human things to do.
THE GENESIS KEY weaves together science and religion to craft a thought
provoking thriller. Genesis 6:1-4 is an often debated passage from the
Bible and James Barney gives the reader a fascinating twist as to just
what it might all mean. Kathleen’s own doubt about God and the Bible
helps develop the scope of the story as she believes herself rooted
only in what science can show her. Perhaps the most intriguing aspect
of the story is the respect given to all sides of the debate- and the
fact that there are extremists on either end. Bravo to James Barney for
a tale that is both balanced and captivating!
Reviewed
by Debbie, Debbie Wiley Book Reviews
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