Preferred Risk

Preferred Risk is a science fiction novel by Edson McCann, first published in 1955. Set in a future dominated by a powerful insurance company, the story follows Claims Adjuster Thomas Wills as he navigates a society that prioritizes risk-free living over personal freedoms. Wills encounters the notorious fraudster Luigi Zorchi, who challenges the ethical boundaries of human endurance and the insurance industry. The novel explores themes of corporate control, ethical dilemmas, and the human condition in a world obsessed with safety.