This Cruel Design
This Cruel Design by Emily Suvada, published by Penguin Books, Limited on October 29, 2018, is a gripping narrative that unfolds in a world where a vaccine for a devastating virus has been developed, yet it is failing as the virus evolves. The story follows Catarina, a genehacker and reluctant warrior, who must locate a man responsible for horrific crimes in a race against time. With only three days before a powerful corporation plans to eliminate all life on the planet, Catarina grapples with trust and the hidden dangers within her own mind.
Readers will encounter a blend of action, adventure, and science fiction as Catarina navigates a landscape filled with technological intrigue and moral dilemmas. The book delves into themes of survival and the complexities of human nature amidst a backdrop of thrilling suspense. With 448 pages, this edition presents a detailed exploration of the challenges faced by its characters, inviting readers to ponder the implications of advanced technology and the human condition.
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Where can you hide if you’re running from yourself?
In bunkers and strongholds across the world, people are celebrating. There’s a vaccine to the virus that has ravaged the planet for years.
But the celebrations won’t last for long.
The vaccine isn’t working. The virus is evolving. Catarina – genehacker, reluctant warrior – must find the one person who can help her. A man who is guilty of unimaginable crimes.
Time is ticking, she only has three days before shadowy gentech corporation Cartaxus will use lethal code to wipe out every person on the planet’s surface.
Kill the hosts, kill the virus.
Forced to question everything she knows and everyone she trusts, Cat discovers that the biggest threat of all may be buried in her own mind.
The end of the world is approaching. Can she stop it?
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‘With a backdrop of amazing science and technology, This Mortal Coil is a smart, page-turning thriller that gave me chills. I couldn’t put this book down.’ – Laini Taylor, bestselling author of Daughter of Smoke and Bone.
‘I can’t remember the last time I was so hooked by a book. Relentlessly paced, expertly plotted, and with a romance as tense and as captivating as her wicked twists, Emily Suvada has crafted an unputdownable story. I loved every terrifying page.’ – Stephanie Garber, bestselling author of Caraval.
‘This Mortal Coil redefines “unputdownable.” A thrilling, exhilarating read that’s crackling with intelligence. Compelling characters and and incredible twists come together perfectly – I loved this book.’ – Amie Kaufman, bestselling author of Illuminae.
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