Rodman Philbrick, also writing as William R. Dantz, masterfully blends the suspense of detective fiction with the near-future landscapes of genetic engineering and mind control. His works delve into the boundaries of human potential and the ethical quandaries posed by technological advancement. Philbrick also crafts compelling narratives for young readers, sensitively exploring complex life experiences and the profound power of friendship.
After his father, notorious sea captain Cash Coffin, locks himself in his room in the belief that a dark secret from his past has come back to destroy his family, Jebediah Coffin seeks the aid of his friend, Dr. Davis Bentwood.