Oh, how I love when a smart, new author nails it with her debut!!! Way to go, Austin Taylor!!! Honestly, speculative fiction can be a bit of a gamble for me, but this novel had all the elements that kept me glued to the pages. I was truly excited about the possibilities, especially since the bulk of the story felt so plausible and relatable, and the resolution was quite a reality check.
Zoe Kyriakidis and Jack Leahy, two brilliant Harvard science students, find themselves on a roller coaster of a ride when Zoe's innovative anti-aging breakthrough takes off with Jack's support.
First of all, who wouldn’t admire a book penned by an actual Harvard grad with degrees in both science and English?! That's some impressive girl power right there. Plus, I’m a sucker for a good coming-of-age tale where young characters embark on the journey of self-discovery—it's like a perfect Bildungsroman wrapped up in a nice little bow.
The narrative felt so genuine and emotional, messy yet beautiful, and I loved every moment.
A huge thank you for the gifted surprise, Celadon Books! I’m beyond grateful you sent this my way!
Read 7/25/25
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