Shan Grover-Wells

GROVER-WELLS Investigates: THE IQ BABIES" by Molly Naidu Webster delves into a complex case led by Shan Grover-Wells, an investigator for the Bureau of International Investigations (BOII). The story begins with an anonymous whistleblower reporting suspicious activities at the Pine Forest Private Clinic in Scotland, a facility renowned for catering to elite clients. However, hidden within its premises lies a mysterious annexe that sparks concern.Shan learns that the clinic is managed by Dr. Floella Eastman, an ambitious American with a scandalous past. Before marrying into the wealthy Fairbrother family and moving to Scotland, Floella fled the U.S. to avoid charges of botched plastic surgeries. Rumors of malpractice resurface when the whistleblower describes seeing newborns removed from the annexe under suspicious circumstances. Floella's estranged husband, Edward, reveals he distanced himself from her due to her ruthless business tactics, although he remains financially tied to the clinic.As Shan digs deeper, he uncovers a sinister program where individuals with high IQs are recruited to donate sperm or carry pregnancies, allegedly to produce and sell genetically "superior" babies. The investigation grows complex, with anonymous tips, dead ends, and the clinic's staff refusing to cooperate. Floella's social connections and her absence in Dubai further obstruct progress.Despite setbacks, Shan is determined to expose the clinic's illegal operations. The story explores themes of greed, ambition, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding medical advancements.