The Third Twin: A Novel of Suspense, (Paperback)

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - A young scientist's startling discovery plunges her into a twisted conspiracy with world-shattering implications in this electrifying novel from the award-winning author of The Pillars of the Earth.

"A provocative, well-paced, and sensational biotech thriller."--Variety

Using a restricted FBI database, genetic researcher Jeanie Ferrami has located identical twins born to different mothers. Frightened by her bizarre discovery, she is determined to discover the truth at any cost--until she finds herself at the center of a scandal that could ruin her career.

To extricate herself, Jeannie plunges into a maze of hidden evidence. With growing horror, she uncovers a cynical, far-reaching conspiracy involving disturbing genetic experiments and some of the most powerful men in America--men who will kill to keep their secrets concealed.