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The Panacea Project

By: Catherine Devore Johnson
Narrated by: Helen Laser
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A timely exploration of bodily autonomy set in a classic medical thriller

Calla Hammond has always been a loner—a product of the foster system and avoided by others because of a skin condition. When doctors discover her immune system holds the key to curing cancer, she struggles to advance lifesaving research in a world that sees her only as a means to an end. Yet along the way, Calla gains the one thing she has always longed for: a chosen family.

When a group of unscrupulous people join forces to sell Calla’s blood to the highest bidder, she digs deep to find the strength to retake control of her life, her body, and her story.

The Panacea Project is a layered examination of self-sacrifice, implicit bias, and the juxtaposition of bodily autonomy with high-stakes capitalism—for those who love fiercely strong characters and deep themes infused with heartwarming moments of love and humor.

©2023 Catherine Devore Johnson (P)2023 Greenleaf Book Group
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Fantastically written!

One of the best books I have ever heard! I was moved to tears! You did an amazing job!

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Like an Octopus.

Calla had never had friends. She was used to being called names because of the way she looked; she has vitaligo, the same thing Michael Jackson had. It causes white patches that are very visible on the skin. She worked at the library where she felt less noticeable than at most jobs. One day at work she got a blinding headache causing her to fall to the floor followed by a seizure. When she woke up she found herself in the hospital surrounded by lots of people.
She was told by the doctor that she had a brain tumor. With a limited number of choices available, she allowed Dr. Cho to do surgery and try to remove the tumor. It wouldn't be an easy thing to do because her tumor was a Glioblastoma, a tumor that spread out like octopus tentacles. Very nasty tumors that are almost always fatal. But when Dr. Cho preformed the surgery, the tumor was gone. Thus begins a long twisted journey for Calla.

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Intriguing,captivating and an interesting topic

I had the pleasure of waiting on the Author while she and her husband were celebrating the release of this book on audible. Always looking for a new read I blindly purchased The Panacea Project and finishing just a day later I was happy I did. It was a new topic to me and a great plot with an interesting hero. Thanks Catherine!

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A wonderful new author.

Attention to detail in the development of the story draws you in immediately.
The topic was intriguing, culturally relevant and kept me listening.
Once you start, you can’t stop!
I hope there is more to come from this author.

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