Janice Berliner Author

Aidan Sheridan Had It All Until...

In Good Conscience

Aidan Sheridan has everything—until a devastating diagnosis exposes the secrets his family has spent a lifetime trying to hide.
A beloved television star with fame, fortune, and a picture-perfect life, Aidan has carefully guarded his privacy. But when his illness is leaked to the media, his world begins to unravel. As his health declines, his family is forced to confront long-buried resentments, impossible choices, and a troubling question: how much do we owe those we love when the truth may change their lives forever?

Perfect for readers of Still Alice and My Sister's Keeper, In Good Conscience is a powerful novel about family, identity, medical ethics, and the extraordinary resilience of the human spirit.

Character Bios

A Brief Look At Our Primary Characters

Aidan

Aidan had reached the pinnacle of his acting career, a star basking in luxury in the hills outside Los Angeles with his beloved partner by his side. But his world was upended when a devastating illness cast a shadow over everything he held dear. The grueling ordeal of surgery and treatment was harrowing enough, but the ultimate blow came with the betrayal of his privacy, as his secret was cruelly exposed to the public. As his health declined, Aidan fought not just for survival but for the dignity and inner peace that seemed to slip further from his grasp.

Fiona

Fiona had a satisfying nursing career, finding purpose in helping patients heal or simply bringing comfort amid their struggles. Curious about the life of a celebrity patient, she peeked into Aidan’s medical records without permission. When she discovered details about his illness that hinted at a hereditary condition, Fiona’s concern for his family compelled her to confront him about genetic testing. What began as nosiness sparked an unexpected chain of events, altering the lives of both Fiona and Aidan in profound ways.

Jacqueline

Devastated by the sudden diagnosis of her son’s life-threatening illness, Jacqueline embarks on a desperate mission to protect him at all costs. The ordeal dredges up painful memories of nursing her daughter back to health after a near-fatal accident years before. This time, however, she fears the outcome may not be so hopeful. With unwavering determination, Jacqueline dedicates herself to caring for Aidan and creating cherished moments, bracing for the worst while praying for the best.

In Good Conscience