It’s time to finish what they started.
Juliane’s woken to a post-apocalyptic world with no memory of the days leading up to her time in cryogenic suspension. Plagued by guilt, Stephen longs to sleep without being haunted by the faces of those he’s lost. Both are seeking more than answers.
Meanwhile, the defeat of the Watch has created an opportunity for a new world order to step in and take power. On one side, are the Sorcerers, a group of super-humans whose telepathic-like abilities and control over their bodies comes at a terrible price. On the other–an elite squad of genetically modified individuals who are now more beast than man.
Juliane is on a mission to reclaim her legacy.
Stephen is out to save his soul.
Can either stop the upcoming war before it destroys what’s left of humankind? In this struggle for survival of the fittest, they may have to find a way to save themselves first.
Over two years have passed since I read book two of this series, so I was a little lost in the first few chapters while trying to remember the characters and their relationships to each other. Once I finished the book, I discovered a character list that would have helped immensely. Readers – it pays to scan the table of contents first and save yourself some confusion.
Being fascinated by genetic engineering, I’ve enjoyed the premise of this series from the first book. With a big cliffhanger at the end of book two, I was anxious to see what became of this world and these characters. With most of them separated, the rotating POVs allowed me to see each of their journeys – especially Stephen’s. In book two, he’s a naive teen aching for adventure who gets more than he bargains for and learns some unsettling truths about himself. Although still a somewhat awkward teen, a lot is riding on him, and he’s put into some difficult positions. His character arc is one of my favorite things about this series. Juliane’s journey is no less compelling – she’s truly on a mission to set things right. Another character’s actions surprised me a bit, and I doubted his motivations, but it works for the story. This is a fitting ending to this story.
With a fascinating premise, creative world-building, and well-drawn characters, this is a series I’d recommend to sci-fi cyberpunk fans.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
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Genetic engineering and post-apocalyptic world is always fascinating to read. Great review, Teri!
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Thanks, Yesha! Two of my favorite elements in a story, lol.
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Character lists are wonderful. They do help so much especially when you need to remember a previous book. And, genetic engineering is fascinating to me too. Sounds like a great series. ❤️
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They really are – especially when there’s at least a year between books. Genetic engineering has fascinated me since I read Jurassic Park, Tessa.
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I know it can be hard to pick up with a series after a stretch of years in between. Despite the need for a character list, it sounds like you really enjoyed this one, Teri!
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Once I got into the book, things started clicking again. It was really an enjoyable series, Mae.
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Ooh! You read Allie’s book? I’ve got to get to this series. Great review. 🙂
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Thanks, Sarah! With all of the books out, you won’t have to wait to get to get your hands on the next one.
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Thanks, Teri
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You’re welcome, John!
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I find, if it’s been over a year, I have to go back and reread books I or II first. My memory is pretty crap, and I read so much in between I’m bound to not remember what’s going on. Kudos to you for doing so well!
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I’d love to do re-reads, but can’t anymore. Usually as I get further into the story, things come back to me, or I’ll read my review of the prior book and that also helps. I’m a fan of authors who do a quick recap, lol.
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I think if I get my act together, in the future I’ll write a series all at once and release a few months apart… instead of what I’ve done with THIS series! Just to make it easier on readers!
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I’m a slow writer, so I can’t imagine how long it would take me to write a complete series. From a reader’s perspective, I think it’s a fantastic idea and lessens the agony of waiting!
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Yep, lesson learned 😉
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I also enjoy books about genetic engineering, Teri. I am enjoying Subject A36 very much.
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After reading Jurassic Park, I rarely pass up the chance to read a genetic engineering book, Robbie. So excited to hear you’re enjoying Ash and friends! I’m working on the sequel, but haven’t even submitted it to my publisher yet.
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Congrats to Allie on the 3rd book in the series. I read the first ages ago. That reminder on the characters would be key. Thanks for the review, Teri. 🙂
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I wish I would have paid attention to that table of contents – would have saved my brain some work, lol.
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I usually skip those too. A good lesson to do a quick browse… especially if it’s been a while between books.
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