Domesticating Dragons
Domesticating Dragons by Dan Koboldt, published by Baen Books on January 5, 2021, is a science fiction novel that explores the intersection of genetic engineering and the quest for companionship. The story follows Noah Parker, a recent Ph.D. graduate who secures a position at Reptilian Corp., a cutting-edge tech company in the American Southwest. His role involves designing custom-made dragons intended for the retail market, aiming to create the ideal family pet while navigating the complexities of his groundbreaking work.
Readers will find a narrative that combines elements of action and adventure within a hard science fiction framework. As Noah delves into his research, he grapples with the ethical implications of his creations and harbors a secret agenda that could alter the course of Reptilian’s ambitions. The novel presents a unique premise where the familiar concept of domestication meets fantastical creatures, inviting readers to consider the ramifications of genetic manipulation and the nature of companionship. With 352 pages, this edition offers an engaging exploration of innovation and ambition in a world where dragons could become part of everyday life.
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BUILD-A-BEAR WORKSHOP MEETS JURASSIC PARK WHEN A NEWLY GRADUATED GENETIC ENGINEER GOES TO WORK FOR A COMPANY THAT AIMS TO PRODUCE CUSTOM-MADE DRAGONS
Noah Parker, a newly minted Ph.D., is thrilled to land a dream job at Reptilian Corp., the hottest tech company in the American Southwest. He’s eager to put his genetic engineering expertise to use designing new lines of Reptilian’s feature product: living, breathing dragons.
Although highly specialized dragons have been used for industrial purposes for years, Reptilian is desperate to crack the general retail market. By creating a dragon that can be the perfect family pet, Reptilian hopes to put a dragon into every home.
While Noah’s research may help Reptilian create truly domesticated dragons, Noah has a secret goal. With his access to the company’s equipment and resources, Noah plans to slip changes into the dragons’ genetic code, bending the company’s products to another purpose entirely . . .
At the publisher’s request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management).
About Dan Koboldt:
“. . . very readable and highly enjoyable. . . . Characters that are more than the sum of their parts, a world that has so much to offer, and a story that races along apace . . . ” —SFF World on The World Awakening
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