Theme: Pharma Patents and Access to Life Saving Medicines during a Viral Epidemic

(First Edition was Published as Road Humps and Sidewalks)

Inspired from real life experiences, this novel tells the story of Arjun, a young, blind lawyer who battles to save lives during a viral epidemic. It is a realistic modern day drama about defenseless victims and fatal diseases exploited for commercial gain taken directly from the pages of the daily news.

As a deadly viral infection rages across the country, a spirited team of doctors set out to combat its spread. But their efforts are thwarted by a pharma major, Berminger, which uses its patents to create artificial scarcity of the only drug that seems to work. As the Government refuses to come to their rescue, the doctors approach the Court for justice. Arjun, an upcoming lawyer agrees to represent them, and what follows is a thrilling, riveting and evocative Courtroom drama.

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“A blind lawyer, a virus outbreak, a dog that dreams and a patent infringement case. Dr. Kalyan Kankanala’s debut fiction ... is an engrossing fast-paced legal thriller”

- Deepa Padmanabhan, The Hindu

“Finished it in one sitting. Just couldn’t put it down. This ... IP law thriller has all the hallmarks of a winner; corporate espionage, attempted kidnapping, foiled hits, court room romance, a corrupt Chief Justice and a David v Goliath battle over patents for a life-saving drug.”

- Dr. Caroline Ncube, IP KAT

About Arjun Mamidi

Arjun Mamidi is a young IP attorney with a small law practice. Unlike many of his peers, he is honest, forthcoming and fiercely independent. His escapades with powerful adversaries, crafty attorneys and ruthless criminals constitute The IP law thriller series.

Arjun is blind, but he neither acknowledges it, nor lets it hold him back. He is assisted by Jose, a capable, reliable and lighthearted ally.

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