Genetic World: the Next Step Beyond Dan Brown's the Da Vinci Code, and Michael Crichton's Jurassic Park and West World

Book excerpt: Genetic World will take you on a suspense-filled tour to incredible real-world locations, and introduce you to amazing history and scientific advancements where facts are indeed stranger than fiction. The novel is reminiscent of the religious intrigue in Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code . . . and the high concept science-driven suspense in Michael Crichton's Jurassic Park and West World. When an Oxford professor and New York Times reporter are invited to a press conference and presentation by two billionaire brothers, they are soon swept into the bizarre world surrounding their creation of Genetic World, the most advanced theme park and science R&D center in the world. As they sort through a series of clues which lead them on a high-stakes whirlwind trip to Jerusalem, Florence, Rome, and Paris, they discover a major conspiracy and a discovery that could change history. They soon realize that the founders have conflicting objectives for Genetic World. One brother is intent on creating an educational and entertainment park that rivals Disney World and all other amusement parks-including fictional theme parks such as Jurassic Park and West World. The other brother has been involved in activities that push the boundaries of ethics and science, and his actions have led to the theft of historic art and relics.Todd Easterling is a novelist and has worked with HBO, Disney, and other companies in the entertainment and technology sector-the highlight being the reception of a group Emmy from the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. He has a special interest in the way a novel can change the way we think and ultimately the world we live in. Todd was discovered by the Pinder-Lane Garon-Brooke Literary Agency, of John Grisham fame. He resides in San Diego California and has three daughters.