Description
Seventeen-year-old Gaia Moore navigates the bustling streets of New York City with a unique advantage – she is genetically enhanced to experience life without fear. However, her exceptional abilities come with their own set of challenges that make her journey all the more complicated. While her fearlessness allows her to engage in exhilarating adventures, it also distances her from those who can’t understand her extraordinary existence.
As Gaia tries to settle into her new environment, she grapples with the impact of her enhancements on her relationships. Friendships blossom and fade amid the complexities of teenage life, and none are quite as intense as her growing attraction to a mysterious boy who holds secrets of his own. With each passing day, she wrestles with her desire for connection while coming to terms with the isolating nature of her uniqueness.
Caught between a past she cannot escape and a future full of uncertainty, Gaia must learn the true essence of bravery. It's not just about facing danger; it's also about confronting her own vulnerabilities. Her journey explores the weight of expectation, the search for love, and the understanding that even a life lived without fear can come at an emotional cost.
Amidst the thrill of her adventures, Gaia seeks a balance between the extraordinary powers she possesses and the ordinary moments that define what it truly means to be human. As she grapples with the complexities of her identity and relationships, she realizes that sometimes, embracing vulnerability is the most courageous act of all.
As Gaia tries to settle into her new environment, she grapples with the impact of her enhancements on her relationships. Friendships blossom and fade amid the complexities of teenage life, and none are quite as intense as her growing attraction to a mysterious boy who holds secrets of his own. With each passing day, she wrestles with her desire for connection while coming to terms with the isolating nature of her uniqueness.
Caught between a past she cannot escape and a future full of uncertainty, Gaia must learn the true essence of bravery. It's not just about facing danger; it's also about confronting her own vulnerabilities. Her journey explores the weight of expectation, the search for love, and the understanding that even a life lived without fear can come at an emotional cost.
Amidst the thrill of her adventures, Gaia seeks a balance between the extraordinary powers she possesses and the ordinary moments that define what it truly means to be human. As she grapples with the complexities of her identity and relationships, she realizes that sometimes, embracing vulnerability is the most courageous act of all.
Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
183 pages
Language
English
Published
Jan 1, 2000
Publisher
Gardners Books
Editions
12 editions
ISBN-10
0671773445
ISBN-13
9780671773441