Review by raeryn -- The Prize by Geoffrey M Cooper

[raeryn]

[Following is a volunteer review of "The Prize" by Geoffrey M Cooper.]

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3 out of 4 stars

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The Prize by Geoffrey M. Cooper is a thrilling tale of Dr. Pamela Weller, an up-and-coming scientist, is determined to find a cure for Alzheimer's and makes a groundbreaking discovery. However, Dr. Eric Prescott, a likely candidate for the Nobel Prize, lusts over the fame that this discovery will bring. As Pamela tries to continue her efforts for the right moral reasons, how can she convince those around her to trust her over a pioneer in the field?

The Prize truly gives us a detailed image of what it looks like to be in the scientific field, achieving for success while dealing with issues that are very real for those suffering from Alzheimer's. We see the cut-throat competition and it's second-hand stress for the readers themselves. At times, I must admit that the many medical terms I do not know can dissuade or disinterest me, but the curiosity of how it all ends keeps me reading the rest of the story.

I enjoyed how the author went into describing the thoughts of both the main character and the villain of the story, as it makes both character three-dimensional, rather than a flat all bad villain and a perfect protagonist. We can begin to see the mind of the villain and the motives of his actions. However, I still feel as though this can be taken a step further with greater character development, seeing more changes between the character's beginning and end personality, motives and goals.

I personally did enjoy the fact that we knew who the villain was from the get go rather than a big reveal near the end. This writing tactic allowed me to feel more suspenseful and fearful rather than confused and curious. The cold anticipation, in my opinion, outweighs quick fear felt from a "jump scare".

Overall, I rate this book a 3 out of 4 stars because while it was fast-paced and enjoyable, I really do appreciate greater in depth characters that I felt this book was lacking. I think this book is most suited towards those who are somewhat intrigued by the medical field (in that medical jargon does not dissuade them) and those who loves fact-paced thrillers.

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The Prize
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