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1. Acceptable Risk by Robin Cook
   A medical thriller where neuroscientist Edward Armstrong discovers a mold that, when synthesized, becomes a powerful antidepressant called Ultra. As the drug gains popularity, unforeseen side effects raise ethical concerns about its safety and the boundaries of acceptable risk.

2. Local Rules by Jay Brandon
   A legal drama centered on a young attorney navigating the complexities of the justice system while dealing with personal and professional challenges.

3. Salem Street by Anna Jacobs
   The first installment in the Gibson Family Saga, this historical novel follows Annie Gibson, a young woman in 19th-century England, as she strives to overcome societal constraints and personal hardships.

4. Fast Forward by Judy Mercer
   A suspenseful tale involving a woman suffering from amnesia who embarks on a journey to uncover her identity, only to find herself entangled in a web of intrigue and danger.

These condensed editions were part of a long-running series by Reader’s Digest, which presented abridged versions of popular novels to make them more accessible to a broader audience. Wikipedia