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Book Synopsis: A riveting thriller reminiscent of The Hot Zone, this true story dives into the mystery surrounding one of the most controversial and misdiagnosed conditions of our time—Lyme disease—and of Willy Burgdorfer, the man who discovered the microbe behind it, revealing his secret role in developing bug-borne biological weapons, and raising terrifying questions about the genesis of the epidemic of tick-borne diseases affecting millions of Americans today. While on vacation on Martha’s Vineyard, Kris Newby was bitten by an unseen tick. That one bite changed her life forever, pulling her into the abyss of a devastating illness that took ten doctors to diagnose and years to recover: Newby had become one of the 300,000 Americans who are afflicted with Lyme disease each year. As a science writer, she was driven to understand why this disease is so misunderstood, and its patients so mistreated. This quest led her to Willy Burgdorfer, the Lyme microbe’s discoverer, who revealed that he had developed bug-borne bioweapons during the Cold War, and believed that the Lyme epidemic was started by a military experiment gone wrong. In a superb, meticulous work of narrative journalism, Bitten takes readers on a journey to investigate these claims, from biological weapons facilities to interviews with biosecurity experts and microbiologists doing cutting-edge research, all the while uncovering darker truths about Willy. It also leads her to uncomfortable questions about why Lyme can be so difficult to both diagnose and treat, and why the government is so reluctant to classify chronic Lyme as a disease. A gripping, infectious page-turner, Bitten will shed a terrifying new light on an epidemic that is exacting an incalculable toll on us, upending much of what we believe we know about it.
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Discover the gripping and controversial true story behind one of the most misunderstood conditions of our time - Lyme disease. Unveiling the secrets surrounding the genesis of this epidemic, "Bitten: The Secret History of Lyme Disease and Biological Weapons" will keep you on the edge of your seat, making it a must-read for fans of thriller novels like "The Hot Zone". Get ready to dive deep into the mystery, uncovering the shocking role of Willy Burgdorfer, the man who discovered the microbe behind Lyme disease, and his involvement in the development of bug-borne biological weapons.
Imagine being bitten by an unseen tick and having your entire life upended. In this riveting tale, Kris Newby shares her personal experience of being one of the 300,000 Americans afflicted with Lyme disease each year. With ten doctors struggling to diagnose her condition, Newby's journey will captivate you as she unravels the misunderstandings and mistreatment surrounding this elusive disease. Through her quest and interviews with experts, she uncovers disturbing truths about the origins of Lyme disease, suggesting a military experiment gone wrong may be at the root of the epidemic.
Bitten goes beyond a thrilling narrative and provides a fascinating exploration into the realm of biological weapons and cutting-edge scientific research. Follow Newby as she delves into bioweapons facilities and consults with leading biosecurity experts and dedicated microbiologists. As she unveils the darker truths about Willy Burgdorfer, you'll find yourself questioning the difficulty of diagnosing and treating Lyme disease, and the government's reluctance to classify chronic Lyme as a disease in its own right.
An infectious page-turner, Bitten will leave you with a chilling new perspective on the Lyme disease epidemic. Don't miss out on this captivating journey that challenges conventional thinking and sheds light on an illness that affects millions. Join us now and get your copy of "Bitten: The Secret History of Lyme Disease and Biological Weapons" to embark on an eye-opening adventure!
Get your copy of Bitten: The Secret History of Lyme Disease and Biological Weapons and discover the shocking truths that have been hidden from the public. Be prepared to question everything you thought you knew about Lyme disease and its origins. Don't miss out on this groundbreaking book that will forever change the way you perceive this misdiagnosed condition.
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