Last Patient of the Night
"Last Patient of the Night" by Gary Gerlacher is a fast-paced medical thriller where emergency room physician AJ Docker is drawn into a dangerous quest for justice. After the mysterious death of a young woman in his ER, AJ, along with his policeman friend and a trusted police dog, embarks on an investigation to uncover the truth. What starts as a pursuit for answers leads AJ deep into the dark underbelly of the criminal world, where danger lurks at every turn.
As AJ digs deeper, the case takes unexpected twists, revealing more questions than answers. The young woman's death is just the beginning, and soon AJ is uncovering secrets that could threaten more than just his career—his very life is on the line. The action-packed story builds with tension, creating a gripping narrative that keeps readers guessing as AJ gets closer to uncovering a conspiracy that goes beyond the walls of the hospital.
Interspersed with moments of lightheartedness from the emergency room, "Last Patient of the Night" balances the intensity of a crime thriller with glimpses of humor from AJ’s chaotic life in the ER. The cast of complex characters keeps the reader engaged, adding emotional depth and intrigue to this high-stakes investigation.
Author Gary Gerlacher, with his real-world experience as an emergency physician, brings authenticity and realism to this debut novel. Fans of medical thrillers and crime fiction will find themselves captivated by AJ Docker's journey to seek justice for his lost patient, in a story that blends medical intrigue, suspense, and heart-pounding action. This novel is sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page.