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In the not-too-distant future, a life-altering energy drink called Lifio sets the world on fire. Using CRISPR technology, the drink causes a genetic mutation that reverses the effects of aging and cures all diseases and ailments. These absurdly positive effects create a manic demand for the drink and, within months, sales of Lifio are booming around the globe. It isn't long, though, before a darker side emerges: the mutation is permanent after just one drink, and those changed are beginning to grow... Spanning a decade, Growth follows the efforts of a team of scientists, public health specialists, and software engineers, led by the inspirational and pragmatic US President Williamson, to stop the mutation before starvation sweeps across the world. As they struggle to close Pandora's Box, the fate of the human race hangs perilously in the balance, with only one constant: relentless, unending growth.Growth, a dystopian science fiction novel, tells the story of a dedicated group's desperate attempts to stop technology run amok, it's also a tale of political drama and scientific discovery, of the American dream and limitless excess, of progress and consequences -- all intertwined in a disturbingly possible future.Praise for Growth "This is a very good novel which deals with important issues involving scientific discovery, the negative effects of untested health cures, and a political world driven by dark human desires. In a society that is continuously changing under the influence of new technologies, this is a book that makes the reader think about the excesses of the so-called "progress." The plot is cleverly constructed with a series of thought-provoking situations which address our beliefs and "normal" behavior. Highly recommended." "Growth progresses in such a way that it's easy to imagine events playing out as they do, as frightening as that may be. Alternating POV chapters between the FDA team, the president, the social-climbing producers of Lifio, and everyman Michael make the story even more engaging and relatable. Genetic engineering and the role politics can play in that arena pose thought-provoking ethical questions but the filter of fiction makes this book a real page-turner with the prologue and final pages leaving the reader hungry for the next part of this story. I'll definitely be looking for a sequel." "This book read, to me, almost like a news account, not fiction. Well written, good story line and believable characters." "Loved this book. Truly mind bending, taking how society could possibly react to a life-changing supplement. The author did a marvelous job at creating a world not so off from our own--in fact, right on the money! Sci-fi readers, get your minds' set for a true reality bender." "A real page-turner that was very well written. Could this scenario really happen? The answer is yes, and that is what truly makes this story disturbing and thought-provoking." "This is one of the most unique sci-fi stories that I have ever read. The story focuses on the creation and distribution of a drink called Lifio that cures many diseases but later makes people grow tremendously in size. The author includes perspectives of various characters and great details that really draw you into the story. Overall, this was a delightful read, and I found it very intriguing." "This is a fantastic debut novel. Hints of science fiction and political intrigue. Definitely recommend!" "... really good, a different kind of read, different from any sci-fi I've read before. It's a captivating, page turning read that will keep you awake at night just to find out what's going to happen next." "This book is definitely a page turner!! I had a hard time putting it down! One of the better novels I have read in recent memory."
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