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'Highly original, this remarkable thriller fuses intricate ideas with real emotion and suspense. It gripped me like a vice.' Jonathan Stroud.
'a very different young adult novel . . . that will make smart teenagers feel very respected' Patrick Ness, Guardian.
'Extraordinarily original' Independent.
'The pages keep turning until the startling and surprising culmination. There is a great deal for readers to think about but the book is guaranteed to hold their attention and stay in their minds' Carousel.
'a very different young adult novel . . . that will make smart teenagers feel very respected' Patrick Ness, Guardian.
'Extraordinarily original' Independent.
'The pages keep turning until the startling and surprising culmination. There is a great deal for readers to think about but the book is guaranteed to hold their attention and stay in their minds' Carousel.
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'Highly original, this remarkable thriller fuses intricate ideas with real emotion and suspense. It gripped me like a vice' Jonathan Stroud.
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Anax moved down the long corridor. Read the first page Browse Sample Pages
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I will never understand how an author can have such an amazing imagination and ideas. Bernard Beckett has both, and Genesis has succeeded in completely blowing my mind.
It's a book you need to read to fully understand, as I don't think any review can explain what awaits you on the pages. It covers every aspect of humanity, in particular war, power, and evolution, and raises so many questions that I think a second read is in order.
If you've ever wondered how one event can change history, or how the world would be if artificial intelligence was created, then this is the book for you. It's dystopia at its most terrifying, and will leave you thinking about it for hours after putting it down. The final few pages are so surprising, and the actions so unimaginable, that it took me a few minutes to get my head around them. It's a book that requires more concentration than usual, and is one that will spark many discussions at adult and teen book clubs alike.
Prior to reading this book, evolution and humanity were never things I'd given much thought to. I'm now sat here wondering what the world will be like in 2077, and just hoping it will be nothing like what Adam Forde experiences within the walls of the Republic. Genesis defines the words thought-provoking, and is a book I will definitely be reading again. I loved it!
It's a book you need to read to fully understand, as I don't think any review can explain what awaits you on the pages. It covers every aspect of humanity, in particular war, power, and evolution, and raises so many questions that I think a second read is in order.
If you've ever wondered how one event can change history, or how the world would be if artificial intelligence was created, then this is the book for you. It's dystopia at its most terrifying, and will leave you thinking about it for hours after putting it down. The final few pages are so surprising, and the actions so unimaginable, that it took me a few minutes to get my head around them. It's a book that requires more concentration than usual, and is one that will spark many discussions at adult and teen book clubs alike.
Prior to reading this book, evolution and humanity were never things I'd given much thought to. I'm now sat here wondering what the world will be like in 2077, and just hoping it will be nothing like what Adam Forde experiences within the walls of the Republic. Genesis defines the words thought-provoking, and is a book I will definitely be reading again. I loved it!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
In a future world, Anax's country is threatened by Plague from outside and a rigid, isolated society has evolved where everyone belongs to one of four classes and no-one has any contact with their parents. The intellectually gifted young girl, Anax, is being interviewed for a place in the Academy where the elite Philosophers are due to quiz her for four hours to decide whether she can take her place alongside them. As she displays her knowledge to the panel, you gradually learn more and more about the history of the Republic and the events that led to the death of their folk hero, Adam Forde.
Some of the philosophical arguments she puts forward are a little prolonged and intricate but, as the narrative progresses, the true facts begin to unfold and the Academy takes on a new and sinister aspect. It is not until the last few pages that the truth of Anax's situation becomes shockingly clear, which is why on no account must you take a peek at the end beforehand.
As a school librarian I will recommend this book to my keen readers - it is good to have such a well-written piece of speculative fiction instead of the girly chick-lit and dreary historical stuff!
Some of the philosophical arguments she puts forward are a little prolonged and intricate but, as the narrative progresses, the true facts begin to unfold and the Academy takes on a new and sinister aspect. It is not until the last few pages that the truth of Anax's situation becomes shockingly clear, which is why on no account must you take a peek at the end beforehand.
As a school librarian I will recommend this book to my keen readers - it is good to have such a well-written piece of speculative fiction instead of the girly chick-lit and dreary historical stuff!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is not a fast paced or exciting story, but it is thoughtful and thought provoking. The author, who seems to be a new writer, unfolds the plot in a steady and measured way, taking you through the events surrounding an interview for a place at the "Academy". There is no rush and the ideas are not forced and so reveal themselves in a natural way that is a pleasure to read. The writing is good, clean and uncluttered allowing the reader to access the story in a pleasant and relaxed way.
It had been suggested to me that there was a twist at the end of this book, although not what it was. There are clues if you are alive to them and so I guessed what was coming but despite that the impact of the ending was not lessened.
A good find and well worth reading so I would recommend this for anyone who likes their reading material to challenge them and rise above the standard formulaic dross.
It had been suggested to me that there was a twist at the end of this book, although not what it was. There are clues if you are alive to them and so I guessed what was coming but despite that the impact of the ending was not lessened.
A good find and well worth reading so I would recommend this for anyone who likes their reading material to challenge them and rise above the standard formulaic dross.
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This is simply superb.
I found this book in the junior fiction section in my local library. Being a dystopian and apparently YA it immediately appealed to me. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Angela
a book for all ages not just teens
I raced through this book and would recommend it to anyone who wants to think, puzzle, learn and continue wondering why, how, what if. Read more
Published 7 months ago by M. Burrows
The Book Geek
I was greatly torn as to my opinion on this book, it's a very confusing and weird read at times and not even remotely what I expected when I read the description. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Emily Mitchell
a real thinker
This book is very strange and turned out to be really bleak by the end. It is very clever as well and I'm not sure I have got my head round it yet. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Kirsty at the Overflowing Library
Genesis
Absolutely amazing!! I read it in a few hours as I just could not put it down!!
Published 19 months ago by F. Postlethwaite
Courtesy of Teens Read Too
Anax wants to become a member of The Academy. In order to be admitted, she must endure a four-hour interview in front of a three member panel. Read more
Published on 12 Aug 2009 by TeensReadToo
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