The Queen of All Poisons

What can I say about this book other than WOW!! BJ Magnani has become one of my most favorite authors and Dr Lily Robinson a favorite character. The twist and turns from Columbia to New York City keep you on the edge of your seat. This is a book that you must read and can’t put down once you start it. Read it in 2 days.

No one can be all good, ever – and that’s so clear in this fascinating, frightening tale. The protagonist, Dr. Lily Robinson, is a poisons expert – and her talents are used for good – and what could be deemed questionable purposes. The author builds a complex, complicated world, the intents of those trying to control the international scenes are often suspect (even the ‘good guys’). Warfare is often silent, often deadly and all too possible. Magnani makes all things poisons fascinating – appalling – and terrifying.

Emotional and thrilling at the same time. The characters were well thought out. The plot builds and characters intersect like puzzle pieces to a riveting climax. I felt challenged to solve the puzzle as I tried to figure out who would support and who would betray Dr. Robinson in her espionage efforts, using her knowledge of deadly poisons to save many lives in spite of a ruthless plan to destroy those lives. The author makes good use of dramatic irony that begs the reader to pay attention to the clues. This kept me guessing and turning the pages. If you love a good mystery and thrilling moments with a female protagonist unlike any other, you’ll enjoy this book. I look forward to reading Book 2.

The author, a world-renown expert on poisons, takes the reader through a maze of intrigue. Lily Robinson is not your stereotypical assassin. She is beautiful, intelligent, and ruthless in her own way. Will a terrorist organization succeed in poisoning everyone in the city? You’ll have to read the book to find out. I need to warn you, the denouement isn’t what you’d expect.

Fascinating murder mystery thriller! Engaging story lines make it both highly entertaining AND educational – hard to put down. Highly recommended!

A scary and original slant on the thriller from an internationally recognized pathologist/toxicologist. So glad BJ Magnani works for the good guys.

Looking forward to seeing what Dr. Lily is up to next. She’s a timely character – the book would make a great movie. Science-minded readers will enjoy the thorough explorations of toxins and their effects.

It grabs you from the first page and hangs on till the last leaving you wanting more. A textbook thriller of toxins and international intrigue taught by an unforgettable character, Lily Robinson.

There is something inherently fascinating and frightening about toxins. A gun you can see and hear. There’s little doubt when you’ve been stabbed. A poison can be picking you apart, from the inside, silently, while learned medical professionals fight to save you. Now, imagine one of the best among those professionals is hired to use that same expertise to kill. Dr. Lily Robinson- sexy and deadly- an assassin for her government. This novel is expertly plotted, filled with complex characters, a vehicle for exploration of the deadly science, and a reminder that, while throughout history poisons have killed queens, there’s nothing quite as formidable as the Queen of All Poisons. I can’t wait for the sequel The Power of Poison https://www.amazon.com/Power-Poison-Lily-Robinson-Novel/dp/1645991504

I loved the protagonist Lily Robinson’s smooth style and confidence. She made me curious about her inner feelings and her true beliefs about her career choice. Parts of the book gently lead you into her past, yet keep you in the dark and wanting more. Even though I am not a scientist, the writer made me want to learn more about the art of poison. Can’t wait for the next book!

Fantastic! Plot twists that keep you guessing throughout the book. Combines science, medicine and adventure in a fun read!

I was first introduced to this book by a colleague pathologist. When I started reading it, I couldn’t put it down even for few minutes. Amazing story and amazing science of toxicology. Lily Robinson in the Art of Secret Poisoning and couldn’t wait for more Lily. If you enjoy reading crime scientific books, as well as learning about toxicology and effect of different poisons, this is a book for you. If you are even little bit curious about toxicology this book will amaze you. Yes and yes, looking forward to the next book and seeing what Lilly gets up to next.

This book is really amazing. The plot and the characters are really interesting and very special. Looking foward to reading the next book.

Dr Lily Robinson leads a double life. She’s a pathologist, but also an international assassin. As you can guess by the title, Poisons are her weapon of choice. The author, a pathologist as well, weaves a tale that keeps you guessing at what will happen next. You can tell she is passionate about her field. The best part is the science in the book is real, and so are all the poisons. There’s a section at the end of the book for those who wish to learn more about them. A great book. I look forward to more adventures of Dr Robinson.

The “Queen of all Poisons” is the creative work of Dr. B.J. Magnani. It is a fascinating story of toxicology medicine mixed with espionage, that kept me at the edge of my seat throughout the entire book. Her detailed descriptions in every chapter were superb along with her impeccable knowledge of medicine, analytical testing, and toxicology. A must read for those in medicine and toxicology. I am looking forward to more books from Dr. Magnani. I highly recommend it.

If you want a read that grapples with the complexities of a woman who is carnal in her personal life, compassionate in her chosen career as a Pathologist specializing in toxicology, but cold and detached in her un-chosen career as an assassin who kills with poison leaving no trace, you will love this book. It blends a back story of a coercive environment a mother faces in drug charged Colombia, her daughter and step daughter who diverge into separate lives, with a mass murder plot that accelerates to a torrid finish. Along the way you learn how cocaine is made, how to stop a heart, and where to get poison from the back of a frog. Couldn’t put it down.

If you want a read that grapples with the complexities of a woman who is carnal in her personal life, compassionate in her chosen career as a Pathologist specializing in toxicology, but cold and detached in her un-chosen career as an assassin who kills with poison leaving no trace, you will love this book. It blends a back story of a coercive environment a mother faces in drug charged Colombia, her daughter and step daughter who diverge into separate lives, with a mass murder plot that accelerates to a torrid finish. Along the way you learn how cocaine is made, how to stop a heart, and where to get poison from the back of a frog. Couldn’t put it down.

I love the lily Robinson series ! After reading it I bought 9 copies for my girlfriends and gave them as gifts . It is well written ,great entertainment and a fast read . The main character is sexy and smart and the plot is very timely . Perfect for a weekend break !

Lily Robinson…toxicologist, trusted colleague, teacher, mentor, lover and friend. The many facets of this character take the reader down some very interesting paths. Wonderfully written combination of mystery and science. Great storyline that includes current events intertwined with the world of laboratory medicine. Enjoyable for those in the field yet the author provides enough explanation on the science plus the plot which captures the attention of all readers. Great read!

I bought this book to read for a toxicology class, and it’s a really great read. It’s fun and very interesting. I don’t really like reading books, but this book kept me up reading it at night! Definitely would recommend.

This book is full of true facts about toxins and toxicants but also is a source of inspiration for those that might consider a career in toxicology. Great ending too!!! Highly recommended. GM

Ms. Magnani’s book is a roller coaster thrill ride. She executes the perfect murders as part of a covert government assassination team. This is a good read…a little heavy on toxicology terms for the novice, but she does have a glossary of poisons as back-matter. A well-dressed killer, Dr. Robinson is the “queen of all poisons”–more wicked than Lucretia Borgia!

What fun!! Fast paced, intriguing and smart. Never make an enemy of a toxicologist.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading about the fictional Dr. Lily Robinson in “The Queen of All Poisons”. Dr. Robinson is a clinical pathologist and medical toxicologist at a major hospital in Boston, who has a special interest in exotic and unusual poisons. That interest led her to be recruited (albeit reluctantly) by a major U.S. agency occasionally involved in clandestine assassinations in the U.S. and around the world. The author’s own experience as a pathologist and medical toxicologist helps lend authenticity to the poisoning scenarios described in “The Queen of Poisons”. The last part of the book is devoted to describing the various mineral, plant and animal poisons used by Dr. Robinson and should be of interest to any reader interested in “poisons” – both the nerdy scientists that some of us are, and the lay readers of Agatha Christie and other authors who love to include poisoning in their crime novels.

The Queen of al Poisons is the second book framed around the life of female academic pathologist toxicologist Dr. Lily Robinson written by a nationally recognized pathologist, toxicologist. The book is scientifically accurate but reads like a mystery novel. Lily Robinson is a complex character. This is the second book focusing on poisons and Lily Robinson who occasionally caries out covert, but necessary, assassinations of individuals who are potential threats to our security. The story is fast paced and reads like a well thought out mystery on the use of undetectable poisons and the art of killing. Lily has matured from her first book; she kills without remorse, or guilt. While book tells the story of the ideal serial killer, I yearned to learn about the darker side Dr. Robinson. The book is a l an exciting and satisfying read. While it is a medical thriller its scope is larger, and Lily is a complex woman who is not easily forgotten. The book is one of the best fictional works that reads like nonfiction and kept me up at night wondering who Dr. Robinson’s next victim will be. To understand the darker side of Lily Robinson, an academic physician who can kill without regret we must wait for the next book. I give it 5 stars as a medical crime novel.