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2023 NYC Big Book Award
Distinguished Favorite for Medical Mystery/Thriller


"A must read . . . thrilling and suspenseful" - Reedsy Discovery

"...Sam Polakoff hits a home run with this engrossing...thriller."  - The Book Commentary






 

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After being suspended from his job as a police detective, Dave Ostrinsky, needing a respite from his stress-filled life, rides his bike along a mountain trail and accidentally goes over a dangerous cliff. During emergency surgery, Dr. Ivy McDermott discovers a strange microdot in Ostrinsky's brain.
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In researching the mysterious growth, Dave and Ivy are shocked to discover a conspiracy guided by criminals’ intent to control a programmable public.
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An Inch from Oblivion is the harrowing journey of one man's accidental encounter with a secret so disturbing, you will be compelled to reexamine your every move.

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What Readers Are Saying

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…one of the best books I've read in a long time.”

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“It has intrigue and mystery interspersed with the hope for love and historical connections.”

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“This book again illustrated the author's unique capability in mixing technologies with human vulnerabilities to unveil an intriguing story.”

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“The combination of technology and psychology keeps the reader turning each page with interest and anticipation.”

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“I practically finished it in one sitting because I was so engrossed.”

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“I literally did not want to put it down and when I wasn’t reading it, I was thinking about it.”

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“I really enjoyed this book. It featured a return of a villain we love to hate. Unpredictable ending.”

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“Another jewel from Sam Polakoff.”

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“As a former Baltimore cop, I was skeptical of a book featuring the main character as a Baltimore police detective, Mr. Polakoff, however, nailed it! The story is a great read-a real page turner. The police policies and dialog were very convincing.”

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“You can't help but want to know what happens next…”

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“…one of the best books I’ve read this year.”

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“Polakoff delivers yet again… and in a powerful way!”

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“I have read all of Mr. Polakoff's thrillers and, like all of the others, this one grabs you in the beginning and holds you to the end.”

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An Inch from Oblivion is available exclusively at Amazon.com in paper and e-book formats.


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© 2023 Samuel R. Polakoff, Komodo Dragon, LLC. All rights reserved.
 

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