A tense medical thriller by Robin Cook. The story follows Sean Murphy, a fourth-year medical student who uncovers disturbing irregularities at a cutting-edge cancer treatment center.

When several terminally ill patients appear to make miraculous recoveries only to disappear shortly afterward, Sean becomes suspicious. His investigation leads him into a shadowy world of experimental medicine, biotechnology, organ transplantation, and corporate secrecy. What initially seems like a breakthrough in cancer treatment gradually reveals a far more sinister reality.

As Sean digs deeper, he finds himself confronting powerful individuals willing to do anything to protect their secrets. With his career and life at risk, he must uncover the truth before becoming the next victim.

Terminal combines authentic medical science, ethical dilemmas, conspiracy, and suspense, making it one of Robin Cook's most engaging early thrillers.