Enhanced

by Candace Kade Narrated by Rachanee Lumayno

Overview

Lee Urban is living a lie.   In a society where everyone's DNA determines their destiny, being a Natural means automatic relegation to the gritty and dangerous Outskirts. With the harnessed power of gene-editing, the ability to create a super-human race has transformed the world and offered the opportunity of a genetically enhanced life. But only to those who can afford it.   Born a Natural, Lee Urban was adopted into the Enhanced high society of the Asian Federation and forced to conceal her genetic roots. When her dream of attending Peking University becomes a reality, she is determined to go despite a warning from a mysterious source.    Targeted by a hacker bent on exposing her true DNA, Urban faces off with an Artificial Intelligence Game that puts her-and her lies-to the test. What was supposed to be a dream come true turns into a lethal gamble of hide-and-seek with her genetics. Can Urban continue the act, or will the cracks in her story expose her and endanger her family?

Editorial Reviews

Lorie Langdon

"Enhanced thrusts you into an impossible world that somehow feels all too familiar. Peppered with resonating truths about the direction of our society, this fascinating and imaginative story makes you rethink what could be feasible in the not so-distant-future. A must read for fans of young adult literature and science fiction!" - Lorie Langdon, author of the Disney Happily Never After Series 
 

S.F. Rhoads

New and innovative. Candace Kade’s impressive debut expertly tackles the theme of identity while immersing readers in a futuristic world unlike any other. In this action-packed mystery where the genetically Enhanced are pitted against Naturals, everyone is suspect and no one is safe. Can’t wait for what happens next!” 
-S.F. Rhoads
 

IndieReader

"Intricately constructed and incredibly layered, ENHANCED by Candace Kade will suck readers in, taking them on a thrilling ride through a terrifying future that looks far too familiar for comfort."  

Kara Swanson

Pulling from her unique upbringing in Asia, Candace Kade brings to life diverse cultural and creative influences to craft a stunning urban sci-fi novel with a pulse-pounding story you won’t be able to put down.” - Kara Swanson, award-winning author of Dust and Shadow and co-founder of the Author Conservatory
 

Lorehaven

"Candace Kade’s debut Enhanced fuses old ideas of DNA rewriting with newer concepts of social credit systems … a fun and quick-paced read, filled with inventiveness and sharp detail." ~ Lorehaven

APRIL 2023 - AudioFile

Rachanee Lumayno brings a dystopian world to life and delivers a pulse-pounding plot without sounding over-the-top. Lee Urban lives in New Beijing, where social position is the highest priority. The Enhanced gain superpowers from gene-editing paid for at birth. Naturals, who can't afford it, are banished to the outskirts of the city. Lee has been adopted into an enhanced family; if her natural DNA is ever discovered, she'll lose everything. There are multiple points of view from numerous vibrant characters. Lumayno clearly differentiates them with creative inflections. Lumayno's performance enhances the excitement of Lee's college roommates, the mysteriousness of her boyfriend, and the aristocratic confidence of those who are part of high society. With hackers, AI, and motorcycle chases, this believable sci-fi is a wild experience. M.I.C. © AudioFile 2023, Portland, Maine

Product Details

BN ID:	2940176799972
Publisher:	Oasis Audio
Publication date:	03/14/2023
Series:	The Hybrid Series , #1
Edition description:	Unabridged
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

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