Outbreak - Infection (Paperback Bunko)

I'm curious about the research or real events that influenced the story's setting. Did the author draw from specific outbreaks or medical crises?

The pacing kept me on the edge of my seat during those scenes. Was that intentional to mirror how quickly a virus can spread in real life?

The dilemmas faced by the characters felt very relevant today. Are there particular real-world issues or cases that inspired these ethical conflicts?