Fornax Assassin

A deadly virus. A murdered Prime Minister. A conspiracy that could destroy everything.It is 2058, and the Fornax virus—a relentless pandemic that has altered society—has left Britain in ruins. The infected are exiled to Fornax Island, a barren quarantine area where surviving is a daily struggle.Lawyer Davy Malik finds himself at the centre of the investigation after the British prime minister is killed just hours after he makes a commitment to close the island. Davy's mission: to defend a naval nurse accused of the murder. However, as Davy investigates further, he discovers a plot that might rock the country to its core.Meanwhile, Davy's sister, Rachael, is identified as a virus carrier and sent to Fornax Island. Davy, who is adamant about keeping her safe, follows her into the dark interior of the island, where danger lurks and secrets fester. Between them, they reveal a labyrinth of corporate greed, political duplicity and disturbing facts about the virus itself.Set to become a classic, The Fornax Assassin will leave you astounded with its haunting characters and sharp tension. J.C. Gemmell presents a story of endurance, treachery and the fight for justice in a society on the verge of collapse. Fans of Children of Men and The Hunger Games won't want to miss this sensational thriller.