From Fact To Fiction: Thrilling Book Reviews

Everything Is True—Except the Killing

August 5, 2026·21 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Everything Is True—Except the KillingHow Michael Lucker turned twelve years of illness into the thriller, Rule OneOn From Fact to Fiction: Thrilling Book Reviews, we unpack the truth behind my favorite specialty thrillers.In this episode, I talk with screenwriter and debut novelist Michael Lucker about Rule One, a suspense thriller rooted in his own long and frustrating medical mystery.Ever been to a doctor who didn’t listen? Who didn’t care? Who didn’t help?Ever wish you could change places with them—to have them experience your pain firsthand? Maybe if they knew how you felt, they’d take you seriously.Rule One is a thriller to teach those doctors a lesson. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit facttofiction.substack.com

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