Review of Unethical

Buk Nerd · Post by **Buk Nerd** » 20 Mar 2022, 02:27

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Unethical" by Marla L. Anderson.]

4 out of 4 stars

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In trying to fulfill a promise to her late mother, Attorney Josephine ‘Jo’ Rinaldi is running herself ragged as she juggles work demands with caring for her intractable father, who suffers from Alzheimer’s. Respite appears to come in the form of a recommended residential research program at a facility called The Kessler Institute for Geriatric Research, run by Dr. Adrian Kessler. At first, Jo is relieved at finding a seemingly ideal solution. She can finally focus on her work, and her father can get the medical care he needs from expert hands.

However, things at The Kessler Institute are not quite as they appear. Jo’s father seems even more miserable, and his condition continues to deteriorate. Questions about his care are either evaded or go unanswered. With mounting suspicion and concern for her father’s safety, Jo hires a private investigator to get her the answers she desperately needs. What he uncovers is highly disturbing. Suspicious deaths, lawsuits, and a possible cover-up of illegal experiments on human test subjects. When Jo tries to have her father released into her care, she is unceremoniously removed and banned from the facility. Will Jo be able to save her father, or is he doomed to become another one of Kessler’s failed experiments? And what exactly is going on at The Kessler Institute?

Unethical is a highly captivating psychological/medical thriller by Marla L. Anderson. The book begins with a prologue that introduces the brilliant Dr. Adrian Kessler in a manner that enables the reader to fully grasp his motivations as a character. Jo and her father, Thomas, are introduced in the subsequent chapter, and we get to experience what a day in their life looks like. Their already strained relationship is made even worse by Thomas’s dementia, and it has taken a toll on Jo’s life and career. Every character in the book was adequately complex and relatable. The dialogue felt organic while also serving the purpose of moving the story along. The compelling writing draws the reader in almost immediately, with an intriguing storyline and an adequately suspenseful plot.

One of the book’s high points for me was Jo’s character evolution. She had a history of always being easily intimidated by authority figures, stemming from her tense relationship with her unyielding father. After finding herself backed into a corner by the people bent on destroying both her and her father, Jo found the courage within herself to step up and fight back. Her character evolution certainly had an impact on the outcome of their situation. I also applaud the way the author shed light on Alzheimer’s disease in such a way as to enlighten the reader without making it the focus of the story. I also loved the jaw-dropping ending. It felt like a nice little treat from the author to guarantee the book’s memorability.

I could not find anything to dislike about this book. Save for one typo, I could find no other editing error. It’s safe to say the book was professionally edited. There were no intimate scenes, and usage of strong language was minimal. There were one of two scenes of violence, but they were neither gratuitous nor overly graphic. I thoroughly enjoyed reading Unethical, and I am satisfied to give it a 4 out of 4 stars rating. The original premise, delivery, and impeccable editing are certainly noteworthy. Readers of medical and psychological thrillers would not go wrong in picking up this publication.

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Patty Allread · Post by **Patty Allread** » 20 Mar 2022, 13:11

I enjoyed reading your enthusiastic review of Unethical. It sounds like a very well-written book, and I'm curious to know what the "jaw-dropping ending" is. Elderly abuse, which is a subject not brought into the open enough, is a valid premise for the C/T/M/H genre.

Themmie10 · Post by **Themmie10** » 20 Mar 2022, 18:40

Wow! Your review is amazing and I’ll love to read this to know more about the experiments carried out on those patients.

Umesh Bhatt · Post by **Umesh Bhatt** » 20 Mar 2022, 20:25

The book seems to be a psychological / medical thriller. The review has very well brought out the main idea and theme in this book and I feel it is worth reading. Thanks for a great review.

Post by **Pauline Parnell** » 20 Mar 2022, 21:49

Elderly abuse is rampant in society. These persons are hurt, maimed and killed in their own homes and at care facilities. I thank the author for bringing it to the forefront of many table-talk discussions. Thanks for your review.

Kehinde Hussein · Post by **Kehinde Hussein** » 21 Mar 2022, 00:19

Juggling work with a father that has a forgetful memory is a lot to take. Interesting review!

TheGayOne12 · Post by **TheGayOne12** » 21 Mar 2022, 07:12

Absolutely fabulous review. It made me look into the book more. Thank you!

Aisha Yakub · Post by **Aisha Yakub** » 21 Mar 2022, 11:09

I think people interested in psychology would enjoy reading this. Great review.

Post by **Ntokozo Joy Ndlovu** » 21 Mar 2022, 16:14

Experimenting on humans is always a tricky subject. Sounds like an interesting book really. Thanks for the fantastic review.

Essy Nma · Post by **Essy Nma** » 31 Mar 2022, 05:52

I don't like me wince generally soeaking but I like medical fiction books. Thanks for the review.

Sharon Christanto · Post by **Sharon Christanto** » 31 Mar 2022, 11:05

This book gives a vivid illustration of Alzheimer's disease. I'm also a fan of medical fiction books. I should not miss this one!

Sarah Sonbol · Post by **Sarah Sonbol** » 31 Mar 2022, 15:51

I can't wait to read this book. It looks amazing. I'm a super-fan of medical thrillers and your amazing review makes it sound as an excellent read.

Ceeco2002 · Post by **Ceeco2002** » 11 Apr 2022, 12:43

Sounds like this book would make an enjoyable read. Nice review!

Ay Obaj · Post by **Ay Obaj** » 26 Apr 2022, 05:58

I love it when books storyline are constructed perfectly, and contains every single element of thrill. A book like this will surely wow any reader. Thanks for a honest review.

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 08 May 2022, 09:35

This seems like an engaging medical thriller with strong psychological development. The importance of Alzheimer's and its consequences in the plot makes it easier to feel it more real. Thank you for your great review!