Intuition

In her latest novel, acclaimed author Allegra Goodman delves into the intense dynamics of a prestigious cancer research lab at the Philpott Institute in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Co-directed by the ambitious oncologist Sandy Glass and the meticulous scientist Marion Mendelssohn, the lab faces mounting pressure for a much-needed grant as young postdoc Cliff Bannaker's promising experiments spark excitement. However, doubts arise when his girlfriend Robin Decker suspects his findings may be forged, igniting a controversy that tests loyalties and ethics. Through this intricate narrative, Goodman offers a penetrating look at scientific ambition, workplace politics, and the weight of moral decisions.