JANICE BERLINER
GENETIC COUNSELOR

Genetic counselor and first time novelist Janice Berliner puts her professional background to good use in her enthralling debut story where medical science intersects with mystery. What starts out as a simple story of a couple struggling to conceive quickly evolves into a multigenerational saga of devastating family secrets. The tension mounts as two mothers are forced to uncover truths that they don’t want to face and discover a past that will have life-altering consequences for them and everyone they love.

As a Genetic Counselor for thirty years, Janice Berliner has had a front row seat to the devastating impact a genetic disorder has on a family. As a novelist, she captures the heartbreak of a family in crisis dealing with long-held secrets, catastrophic health issues, and marital conflicts. Her writing style gracefully captures the emotions swirling through the family as they cope and hope for healing towards a brighter future.

What seemed like a simple story turned into the unexpected - again and again. Even through the conclusion, you’ll be surprised at the twists and turns. Wonderful, real writing and emotions complement genetic science to make for the perfect rainy day read. Yet hard to put down when the sun comes out! Worth giving this first time, incredibly accomplished science professional a try. Your book club will thank you.

An engaging story with unexpected twists and turns. Janice’s writing style includes descriptive details, serious conversations, and humor, giving the characters a believable quality under astonishing circumstances.

"A superbly written book ~ I couldn’t put it down. So many twists and turns and interrelated characters. Brooke’s Promise centers around family relationships and overcoming obstacles, reminding us that life is very precious. It made me step back and realize that most problems in life are trivial. I was truly disappointed when I thought I had finished it. Then I discovered the Epilogue, which added yet another layer, and at the very end left me hanging and wanting even more! Anxiously awaiting the sequel!"