I hope that my question has not been interpreted as racism. There is very disturbing passage in the book describing a needle of formaldehyde being prepared for injection into an unauthorized infant's head as she crowns. Mr. Clancy's book is, of course fiction. But he does have a fine reputation for doing his homework and putting Facts in his books. I was hoping some of you could help me sort out whether this was fact or fiction.

If it is proven to be fact. Then my opinion of the government of China will change for the worse.