CATALYST! continues the story of Dr. Barb Stark, whose routine life changed the day that bastard son of an international crime family walked into her office requesting marriage counseling with the wife he intended to kill. The ripples of that encounter just keep coming. In Book Eight, Barb struggles with her role as a catalyst – throw her at any situation, and things explode. An international celebrity, corrupt politicians, and terrorist death squads are drawn by their own fears and ambitions to Barb’s home town of Duncan, They believe tabloid reports of her special talents and intend to use her. But dealing with Barb gets scary and soon they’re out to destroy her. She’s become a danger to their plans. But they never suspect Barb’s secret weapon – their most dangerous enemies are themselves. This is a fast-paced thriller, with mystery, suspense, romance, adventure and humor – all with a psychological focus. The good folk of Duncan are looking forward to your visit.