When fruit flies ravage European olive groves, the resulting shortage of premium oil opens the door for unscrupulous traders to substitute dangerous industrial-grade alternatives. Diane Benedict, a brilliant scientist at Rainbow Paint (UK) Ltd., is drawn into the conspiracy as she seeks a safe alternative for their coveted eco-friendly paint formula, already compromised by industrial espionage.

Meanwhile, in Peru, relentless El Ni�o and La Ni�a weather patterns ravage native Jatropha trees, whose seed oil is crucial for biodiesel production. A bacterial blight creates a hazardous waste product that, due to the negligence of engineer Angel Ramirez, is unleashed into the ocean, contaminating the anchoveta fish population, a key source of protein for global food supplies. The result: a potent plant-derived estrogen mimic that slowly unravels humanity’s ability to reproduce.

Diane’s relentless pursuit of the truth uncovers the counterfeiters and the callous individuals behind this escalating threat. But can she expose their crimes and survive their ruthless attempts to silence her before it’s too late?

About the Author

William (Bill) Ashcroft is a physical sciences graduate with 40 years' experience at the cutting-edge of research as well as in technical service and management in pharma and polymer chemical manufacturing. His work has taken him to many parts of the world, colluding with other technologists on problem solving and creating products and methods for the repair, maintenance, and protection of industrial engineering materials. Bill is a widely published technical author and has also written for new graduates at the beginning of their careers on subject matters essential to personal professional development. He lives in Yorkshire with his wife.

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