Diane was young girl who had gotten pregnant at 14 and gave the baby away. She was helped by a church that was almost a cult and had attended their church school. Now she was back at her regular school. She felt that she did not fit in anywhere. The kids at both schools treated her like a freak. The one person she could talk to was Woody who had been into drugs in middle school and was clean now, living in a garage and working two part time jobs.
Doctor Hartwicke Zeus was an obstetrician working for the church’s free clinic. He was treating Diane for postpartum “problems” doing gynecological exams every other week and “counseling” her. Diane trusted him and felt he was the only person she could talk to about her problems. Their friendship became sexual with the help of the pills he gave her to “relax”-Xanax and oxycodone to the tune of 480 prescriptions. Luckily Woody convinced Diane not to take the drugs and he kept the prescriptions.
Doc Zeus was a really creepy despicable villain who thought he could do whatever he wanted because he was a rich doctor. As I became more and more disgusted with him I kept reading hoping he would finally get his. I won’t spoil the ending but I was partially satisfied.
I requested a copy of this book from Netgalley because I love medical mysteries. While this book does not qualify as such it was a satisfying read. Thomas Keech’s background as an attorney and counsel to the Maryland Board of Physicians and as a juvenile counselor served him well in this book. I am looking forward to reading more of his works.

This story was weird for me bc I work for physicians and to see one portrayed so unprofessionally and creepily; it was disturbing and was not something I could even finish listening to. I don’t know why I even requested this because it was just icky. I wouldn’t recommend it to my friends or followers unfortunately. Thank you for the offer, I do appreciate it. This just wasn’t for me.

Dr Zeus is not who you want as your doctor.

A cheater, a liar, and all from a place of authority over young women. Drugs and sexual assault. The storyline had a lot of potential.

The story is told from multiple perspectives which helps bring the moving parts of the story together. However, I wanted a bit more from the storyline. At time I felt like information was muddled and the pace felt slow.

Thank you to Net Galley, the author, and Real Nice Books for the opportunity to provide an honest review.

I would like to express my gratitude to the publisher and Netgalley for providing me with an eARC of this book. The narrative revolves around an unethical physician who engages in sexual misconduct with some patients and ensnares them in drug dependency. Unfortunately, the book lacks many redeeming qualities. The character development is weak, and most characters are unlikable. The depictions of sexual encounters are straightforward and uninteresting. The pacing is sluggish for the most part, only picking up in the final section, which did manage to hold my interest. Despite my initial expectations based on the book's description and the author's background, the portrayal of a decisive Medical Board intervention didn't materialize as anticipated. I would rate it 2.5 stars.

The book is told from the POV of 3 separate characters. The first POV is 16-year-old Diane. She is grieving the baby she gave away when she was 14 years old. The second POV is Dr. Zeus, Diane's depraved doctor and all-around pervert. The third POV is Frank, a rookie medical board investigator who stumbles across an old case about Dr. Zeus that never went anywhere. When a new complaint (about Diane) comes in from an anonymous source, the Board starts to investigate in earnest.

This book reads a little bit like narrative non-fiction. It was so plausible (even though disturbing and horrible) that, at times, I forgot I was reading a fiction book.

I thought the characters were well-developed and realistic, even if not likable. I was rooting for Frank to take down the deplorable Dr. Zeus (whom, of course, I hated), and I was at times aggravated at the choices Diane made. I had to keep reminding myself that she was only a teenager, and so was thinking with a teenage brain. She didn't see anything wrong with a 16-year-old dating her 43-year-old doctor, even though every adult immediately realized this was statutory rape and a betrayal of trust. I became really invested in the outcome of the story and was eager to find out whether everything worked out okay.

I would definitely recommend this book; however, I would caution anyone who is sensitive to such stories, especially those who are sensitive about issues of statutory rape, abuse of minors, or other similar triggers.

This is the tale of a sociopath and predator, but from an unexpected source: the very person that has sworn to do no harm, a physician. Zeus is handsome, intelligent and rich and he uses these attributes to get away with molesting and raping his patients, Diane in particular. What's worse, the system protects him. Dave Green is tasked with investigating the malfeasance, and its an uphill battle to give the doctor his comeuppance. This is a dramatic, yet very real story. Thank you @Netgalley for the opportunity to listen to this audiobook.

Doc Doc Zeus is one of those stories that is so horrifying and yet could so very well happen in real life that it's really scary to think about. Zeus Hartwick is a sociopathic predatory doctor that preys on his innocent and vulnerable patients, manipulating and grooming them to become addicted to opiates as well as putting their trust in him, to his advantage and not their well being. Diane is a young lady who happens to have gotten pregnant at a young age, and after giving her baby up for adoption ended up in Dr. Zeus's care for after treatment. In the state of distress that she was in, it seemed so easy for Dr. Zeus to really hone in on her specifically and start trying to manipulate this young lady to allow him to do as he pleases. It was really hard to listen to this as he seems to have no boundaries that stop him, and those around seemed to be fairly clueless as to what was really going on. Fast paced, definitely triggering for those with backgrounds of vulnerability, but the story moved along that made you really want to know what happened.
Narrated by Maggie Ross, who was easy to listen to and the pace was on point.
*I received a copy of this book from NetGalley. This review is my own opinion*

I had high hopes for this book but I could not get engaged with it. It will be a great fit for another reader but sadly, it did not work for me.

Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to the publishers, author and NetGalley for the free copy of this audio book.

The writing wasn't my favorite on this one but still kept my attention despite that. Definitely an interesting subject matter, and all too real. The narrator did a good job.

Thanks to NetGalley and Real Nice Books for the audiobook ARC!

I definitely found myself repulsed by the events described in Doc Doc Zeus, which I think is kind of the point. It's sad that there are opportunistic evildoers in this world, and way too often they get away with it.

I’m more than happy to recommend this audiobook which had me enthralled from the beginning to the end. I love it when characters in books make me like them even despite feeling frustrated with some of their decisions and Diane was such a character. You do have to remember she’s very young so not the best judge of others. Actually all the characters are very well developed and either very likeable of extremely easy to hate.
The plot is tense when it needs to be and well paced throughout. Rounded off by a great ending.

This truly is a good read! I am grateful to Net Galley and the publisher for the opportunity to listen to the audiobook in exchange for my honest review.
A true white coat crime, this book captured my attention very quickly. From the description, I knew before I started it would be a big story to unfold and I pondered whether I would be enthralled or disappointed - since I work in the healthcare field it could have gone either way. I am so glad it was the latter!

The author does an impressive job of weaving the pints of view of Diane (the impressionable young teen), Zeus (the narcissistic doctor) and David (the idealistic investigator for the state medical board). The character of Woody (Diane’s quiet, but extremely faithful friend) is probably my favorite and actually left wanting him featured a bit more - but I think the author designed it that way. They are all really interesting characters and I became invested in their stories quickly.

I definitely recommend Doc Doc Zeus for good read or listen!

This novel is about Dr. Zeus Hartwick, a narcissist, who takes advantage of young vulnerable women and gets them hooked on drugs. Zeus ruins many people's lives, his wife and young child, Diane, the girls who this story is about and other similar patients, to name a few. The story is written from the perspective of Dr. Zeus, Diane, the young 14 year old that he is taking advantage of and David, a new investigator at the Board of Medicine. The story is horrific and sad, and happens in real life quite often. It details how Diane is exploited by Zeus and how she becomes addicted to the drugs he gives her.
After complaints about him are received at the Board of Medicine and an investigation is conducted, Zeus finally gets his comeuppance.
The narrator did an excellent job.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC of this book.

After reading the Kevin Mallory books I couldn’t wait to read this book by Thomas Keach I really think I should’ve read the Kindle version as opposed to the audio because although the narrator had a lovely voice I thought the characters seemed flat and again soon did a pretty good job with character distinction I just think it almost sounded generic if that makes sense. The book is about heart cliff Zeus a Doctor Who takes advantage of his young patients and anyone else who he sees that can benefit him the name and first victim is Diane Bolt after giving her baby up she is ostracized by the adults in her life and her peers but makes a name for herself as a drug addict and the only real true friend she has is a guy name Woody. She met Dr. Zeus while pregnant because he worked at the church is maternity clinic in soon after giving birth he started grooming her and got her addicted to the drugs she would eventually depend on. I was really hoping this book would end differently but I guess just like real life sometimes we don’t get what we want. I did enjoy this book and do think if you read it you should definitely read the Kindle version but that’s just my opinion. I did find this book interesting I just wish they would have may be had a different narrator I think the narrator would do good at children’s books and self help but as for fiction and or thrillers I don’t think she is a good fit. I want to thank the publisher and NetGalley for my free arc copy please forgive any mistakes as I am blind and dictate my review.

Content Warnings:
- Sexual Abuse/Rape
- Child Grooming
- Language

When I picked this book, I thought it was more about prescription drug abuse and the doctor who prescribed them. This story does touch on that, but it is mainly about the sexual abuse of a minor by her gynecologist, Dr Zeus. I am normally not one to be triggered by content, but I found this to be a very uncomfortable read. The writing was okay, and the narration was great, but I just did not enjoy this based on the content. I ended up DNFing a little less than halfway through.
Thank you, NetGalley, Real Nice Books, and IBPA, for the opportunity to listen and review this advanced copy.

This seemed to be a very long book. The primary plot revolves around and immoral and unethical physician who molests female patients and gets them hooked on narcotics. Overall, it was extremely distasteful and disturbing.

I received this audio book from the publisher and NetGalley.

First and foremost, I would like to extend my gratitude to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to review an advanced copy of "Doc Doc Zeus" by Thomas Keech. As someone who respects the immense effort authors put into their work, it is with a heavy heart that I share my thoughts on this particular book.

It is always challenging to write a review that leans towards the negative, especially considering the dedication and personal investment involved in writing a book. However, in the interest of providing honest and constructive feedback, I must express that "Doc Doc Zeus" did not meet the expectations set for a polished and engaging read.

The writing style presented in the book came across as awkward and somewhat condescending, often over-explaining basic concepts in a way that felt unnecessary and somewhat patronizing. This approach disrupted the natural flow of the narrative and created a barrier to immersion in the story.

Furthermore, the dialogue between characters was a significant detractor. Authentic dialogue is crucial in establishing believable characters and engaging the reader, but the conversations in "Doc Doc Zeus" felt forced and unnatural. This lack of authenticity made the interactions between characters jarring and, at times, irritating.

Despite my best efforts to engage with the story, I found myself unable to complete the book. On two separate occasions, I attempted to delve into the narrative, only to be met with frustration and a sense of disconnect from the story and its characters. This reaction is unfortunate, as it hints at potential within the narrative that remains unfulfilled.

It is clear that the author has potential, and the concept of the book may have merit, but as it stands, "Doc Doc Zeus" feels like a work that has not yet reached its full potential. I believe with further refinement and attention to the nuances of effective storytelling, Thomas Keech could enhance the quality of this work significantly.

In conclusion, while I appreciate the opportunity to review "Doc Doc Zeus," I find myself unable to recommend it in its current form. I hope that this feedback is received in the spirit of constructive criticism, and I look forward to seeing future works from Thomas Keech that fully realize the potential glimpsed in this book.

ARC audiobook provided in exchange for an honest review.

Maggie Ross does a great job with the narration on this book! She handles all the characters extremely well and has a soothing and easy to listen to voice. The story has many triggers and can be quite controversial. I found it all very interesting and entertaining but I hate that these types of stories can easily be real and happen far too often. I really felt for the young girl that trusted and fell for the doctor and hope people will educate themselves to these dangers. I would recommend to anyone who is alright with lots of triggers and likes bad doctor stories.

This was such a weird and twisted story of a doctor taking advantage of everyone in his life. Cheating on his wife, sleeping with a nurse and patients, 1 being a 16 year old girl. Also giving drugs to patients to take advantage of them. He seems to think he is above the law. Even outright lying when he's been caught. The other main character, the 16 year old girl, seemed to be taken advantage of by several people in her life. I was glad in the end there was closure for the characters.

I am new to this author and while this book was thoroughly disturbing at times, I did enjoy it for the most part.
Dr. Zeus is a despicable character, a narcissistic serial cheater who grooms vulnerable young women and teens, introducing them to drugs & sexually abusing them. The hardest part is knowing there are people like him walking amongst us. I enjoyed the other characters more - Diane, a vulnerable teen coming to terms with giving up her baby for adoption and the struggle to fit in with her peers after this. I felt like her struggles were very real and relatable, even being drawn into Dr. Zeus’s web. Her naivety was annoying at times, but again, probably an accurate portrayal of a vulnerable young woman. I enjoyed getting to know David, the newbie investigator with the medical board who pushed to have files on Dr. Zeus re-opened and discovered irregularities with a young female patient, Diane, who Dr. Zeus was currently treating. It was interesting learning about the ins and outs of prosecution in a case like this. Having read the author’s bio, I imagine these scenes are very realistic and accurate.
I listened to the audio book which was well narrated by Maggie Ross. I feel I may have coped better with the content if I had read the e-book, which would have allowed me to skip over the more disturbing scenes. Overall an insightful book and if you like this genre, I think it would appeal.
Thank you to NetGalley and the author for an advanced audio copy.