The thrilling conclusion to the James Westbrook and Eleanor Reed Mysteries Burma, 1881. When cryptographer James Westbrook, physician Eleanor Reed, and Inspector Sullivan receive simultaneous invitations to investigate "tropical fevers" in Britain's far eastern empire, they recognize the coordinated deception immediately. Their previous encounters with the presumed-dead Lord Blackwood taught them to expect the impossible.But nothing could prepare them for what awaits in the steaming jungles of Burma, where British petroleum operations conceal a darker purpose. Missing doctors, enhanced colonial soldiers, and whispered rumors of a "perfect formula" lead the trio deeper into a conspiracy that threatens not just the Empire, but the very nature of human evolution.As they navigate treacherous river passages and ancient villages, Eleanor's medical expertise, James's analytical mind, and Sullivan's determination will be tested like never before. In a land where traditional healers guard secrets older than empires and the line between evolution and exploitation blurs, some discoveries carry a price too terrible to imagine.The enemy they thought dead has found a way to remake humanity itself. But when the choice comes between saving those you love and stopping an unthinkable transformation, what sacrifice is too great?From the cipher mysteries of Crimea to the cartographic deceptions of Egypt, the James Westbrook and Eleanor Reed Mysteries reach their explosive conclusion in a tale where the greatest enemy may be the promise of perfection itself. About the AuthorCharles Snodgrass holds an MA in History and enjoys writing about complex topics of our time found in historical settings. Drawing on his academic background and passion for research, he crafts historically grounded thrillers that explore timeless questions about power, technology, and human nature through the lens of Victorian adventure. Snodgrass is particularly fascinated by how historical periods of rapid technological change mirror our own contemporary challenges, believing that the past offers both warnings and wisdom for navigating modern dilemmas. When not writing, Charles enjoys hiking, racing, and participating in his faith with his family. He approaches both his outdoor adventures and his writing with the same methodical attention to detail, whether piloting the next apex on the track or mapping the intricate conspiracies that drive his novels.