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Critical Conditions [Audiobook] [CD] [Unabridged] (Audio CD)

by Stephen White (Author), Dick Hill (Reader)
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In his sixth suspense novel, White (Remote Control, LJ 1/97) and his protagonist psychologist Alan Gregory take on managed healthcare and come up with another compulsive read. A 15-year-old girl attempts suicide and turns mute, her two-year-old sister is dying from a rare disease while her health insurer won't pay for expensive experimental treatment, and the doctor who heads the insurance company is found shot to death. While Gregory treats the teenager and consults with police, his cop friend Sam Purdy (an in-law of principals in the case) has to keep his distance, and complications mount. White ties up all the loose ends, concerning death threats, blackmail, murder, extortion, and suicide, after a spine-tingling chase through the conveyor system of the new Denver airport. But he leaves strings dangling regarding his appealing cast of continuing characters (such as Gregory's wife Lauren's health and neighbor Adrienne's love life), guaranteeing anticipation for number seven.
-?Michele Leber, Fairfax Cty. P.L., Va.
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.


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When Boulder, Colorado, psychologist Alan Gregory is asked to come to a hospital emergency room to consult on a puzzling case of attempted suicide by a 15-year-old girl, he finds a teen with more than her fair share of problems. Merritt Strait's mom is a TV investigative reporter; her stepdad is a psychologist handling custody evaluations; and their toddler daughter Chaney--Merritt's half-sister--has a heart problem that only an experimental procedure can remedy, but their managed care company, MedExcel, won't pay for it. Merritt is mute when Gregory begins to talk with her in the hospital; the discovery of the dead body of the head of MedExcel--and of bloody clothes and a gun in and around Merritt's room--suggests she may have a good reason for silence. Gregory proceeds patiently with the stalwart teen and more aggressively with various adults with the help of his police detective pal Sam Purdy. Given White's solid reputation and lively debate about the controversial issues animating his Alan Gregory thrillers, expect reader interest. Mary Carroll --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very well written with an interesting plot, Feb 27 2003
By LUIS M DESLANDES (Parede, Portugal) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Critical Conditions (Paperback)
If you get past the first 10 pages you'll finish the book because you'll be hooked.
The plot is well devised although, after many pages of suspense it unravels into the "happy ending" too quickly.
What most impressed me was the writing style and the astute way of introducing the main characters into the plot (never boring).
If I could rate in fractions, I would give it a 4.5/5.0 because about 2/3 of the way through the story stagnates a little bit. But since fractions are not allowed, it rounds off to a 5 star rating.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very well written with an interesting plot, Feb 27 2003
By LUIS M DESLANDES (Parede, Portugal) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Critical Conditions (Paperback)
If you get past the first 10 pages you'll finish the book because you'll be hooked.
The plot is well devised although, after many pages of suspense it unravels into the "happy ending" too quickly.
What most impressed me was the writing style and the astute way of introducing the main characters into the plot (never boring).
If I could rate in fractions, I would give it a 4.5/5.0 because about 2/3 of the way through the story stagnates a little bit. But since fractions are not allowed, it rounds off to a 5 star rating.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Engaging Pageturner, Dec 6 2002
By i didn't ask (Washington, DC) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Critical Conditions (Paperback)
It's impossible to begin this novel and not devour its entirety in one sitting. It's THAT good. White's hero, psychologist Alan Gregory is beseeched by his urologist friend and colleage, Adrienne, to begin treatment with a recently-admitted 15 year old who attempted suicide. Soon, it becomes clear that the victim is embroiled in the recent murder of a universally-despised physician who chaired a regional health care company. Did she do it? If so, why? It's not the resaon you'll think upon the introduction.

Fast-paced and sparkling with interesting characters and dialogue, this is a thriller not to be missed. So many plot twists, you'll be boggled how they all interconnect, but rest assured White weaves them seemlessly.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Could have been better
Every once in a while I enjoy one of White's books. This one, however, seemed a little convoluted and definitely too drawn out. Read more
Published on Jun 29 2002 by BeachReader

4.0 out of 5 stars Fast paced mystery!
Wow - what a fascinating thriller! Our good friend Alan is caught in the middle of an incredibly complex web of a who-done-it. Read more
Published on April 5 2001 by twisesq

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Thriller! Do NOT MISS!!!
This is the first book I've read out of the Alan Gregory series and I fell in love with it. I have read many many books but not too many mystery/suspense books. Read more
Published on Mar 15 2001 by Tiffany

5.0 out of 5 stars Kirkus IS WRONG! This is another Winner from Stephen White
...CRITICAL CONDITIONS is another engaging and faced paced psychological thriller from Stephen White... Read more
Published on Jun 26 2000 by P. Connors

5.0 out of 5 stars Great, quick read
I don't know who reviews for Kirkus, but they couldn't be more off base. Stephen White writes a gripping story that keeps you guessing until the very end. Read more
Published on May 21 2000 by Cathy Manning

5.0 out of 5 stars I loved this book.
I started out reading his book Manner of Death which was a birthday gift from my father. I enjoyed that book so much I went out a bought this book. Read more
Published on May 1 2000 by Tabitha Orender

2.0 out of 5 stars Thanks to the Reader below for blowing the whole story!
Before reading a book or while reading a book, I like to check what other people have thought of the book, author, etc. Read more
Published on Mar 23 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars Another Great Instalment
Clinical psychologist Dr. Alan Gregory is the regular hero in this Boulder/COLO-based thriller series which keeps getting better and better. Read more
Published on Feb 13 2000 by C. Kuschel-Toerber

5.0 out of 5 stars An excelent book you don't want to miss!!
A great suspense thriller. I couldn't put it down. You don't want to miss any of the books in this series!
Published on Mar 12 1999 by dalee18@netscape.net

5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT. I COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN
I LOVED THIS BOOK. I THINK IT WAS WELL WRITTEN & VERY INTERESTING. AS A NURSE I CAN UNDERSTAND ALL THE HMO ISSUES & CAN RELATE TO THEM. Read more
Published on Mar 6 1999

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