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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?
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      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

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