Allison Stewart, medical researcher at the highly regarded Magnolia Medical, has come across some very disturbing finds. Blood that is meant for transfusion has been contaminated with a deadly disease. Time is not on her side, as she is unable to prove conclusively the origins of that disease, but the members that donated the blood are all within one southern town. Magnolia Medical wants to release the badly needed blood, but Allison can't let that happen. She will risk everything to get to the bottom line cause of the disease -- even if it means losing her job, heart or life! She needs to keep the faith, but God has already sold her out. How can she believe in Him again? In a small town in Georgia, Luke Garrison has had his share of troubles. For one, an unsolved murder the town is dying to pin on him after a decade of inconclusive evidence. Not to mention his father's questionable, suicidal death and his special needs sister to add to the mix. Luke really doesn't trust the town's people either, but when it comes to saving a newcomer, Allison Stewart, his chivalrous manner far outweighs his recluse nature. Can Allison trust him after all that she has been told about him? His family has had such a seemingly shady past, what would make him think that he could have a better future? He'll just have to trust in God to carry him through this one. Debby Giusti's COUNTDOWN TO DEATH will have you riveted and begging for time not to run out! Be warned -- you won't be able to put it down until the last sentence is read and the countdown is over!! An inspiring, suspense novel with guts and glory! What more could any reader want? Its proof positive of Ms. Giusti's well deserved awards -- Kudos again!