A Modern Candide — Richard A. Uhlig

If the 18th. century Philosopher Voltaire came back, he just might view our 21st. century world through the candid eyes of Kent Mullins, a poisoned young man desperately searching for the antidote that will save his life. Kent's race with death blends non-stop action with some of most interesting and picaresque characters you'll ever meet: a cellblock of psychopathic killers, a lovesick psychiatrist, an animal-loving Jesus, a self indulgent TV diva, a Dolly Parton impersonator, a fanatic religious leader who plans to use a supercomputer to conquer the world, and more. Unique in style and scope, the novel assails hypocrisy and cruelty with the sharp barbs of satire and humor. Hang on, this adventurous ride is wild and bumpy.