Find You First

Miles Cookson, a tech millionaire diagnosed with a terminal illness, learns his condition is genetic and sets out to find the nine children he fathered as a sperm donor decades ago. His mission takes on urgency when he discovers some of the offspring have gone missing without a trace. Racing against his declining health, Miles teams up with one of his newfound daughters to track down her biological siblings. Their search reveals connections to a powerful family empire and puts them in the crosshairs of those who want to keep certain truths hidden. The story moves between multiple perspectives and timelines as Miles and his allies navigate threats, deception, and the dark side of genetic science. The investigation grows more complex as they uncover layers of long-buried secrets. At its core, this thriller explores questions about legacy, identity, and the choices people make when faced with their own mortality. The novel examines how wealth and technological advancement can be wielded as both tools for good and instruments of destruction.

Most readers found this to be a fast-paced thriller with an interesting premise about genetic inheritance and mortality. The multiple perspective chapters and interconnected storylines kept readers engaged. Readers liked: - The unique concept and modern take on medical/tech threats - Short chapters that built tension - Character development of Miles and the donor children - The balance of personal drama with action sequences Readers disliked: - Some found the ending rushed and unsatisfying - A few side characters felt underdeveloped - Several plot points required suspension of disbelief - Some readers wanted more focus on the medical aspects Ratings: Goodreads: 4.0/5 (27,000+ ratings) Amazon: 4.4/5 (5,800+ ratings) LibraryThing: 4.1/5 (280+ ratings) Common reader comment: "Hard to put down but the ending didn't live up to the build-up" "Gripping but needed more closure," noted one Amazon reviewer who gave it 4 stars.

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🔍 Author Linwood Barclay worked as a columnist for the Toronto Star for 14 years before becoming a full-time novelist. 🧬 The book explores Huntington's disease, a rare genetic disorder that progressively breaks down nerve cells in the brain, which affects about 30,000 Americans. 📚 Find You First became an instant #1 bestseller in Barclay's native Canada upon its release in 2021. 🎬 The novel's premise was partially inspired by the real-life story of an anonymous sperm donor who discovered he had passed a genetic heart condition to several of his biological children. 🌟 Stephen King, a fan of Barclay's work, praised Find You First, calling it "a full-throttle powerhouse of a thriller, loaded with propulsive plotting and real-world suspense."