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Two teens must find a cure for a deadly disease without becoming lab experiments themselves in author Tricia Copeland’s “Lovelock Ones,” the first book in the Lovelock Series.

The Synopsis

A naturally immune girl. A genetically modified boy. A search for a cure that may cost them everything…

Fifteen-year-old Jema Walker would do anything to protect her sibling. But she never imagined they’d be facing another global flu pandemic. Sent to a remote desert location for safety, Jema is horrified when her sister contracts the deadly virus.

Caught in a conflict of impossible choices, Jema teams up with a specially bred eighteen-year-old boy to find a remedy. But when they’re forced to go rogue and abandon their community, she fears the ruling adults only want them for their uniquely protected DNA.

Can the duo hunt down an antidote before they fall victim to ruthless experiments?

Lovelock Ones is the first book in the action-packed Lovelock YA dystopian science fiction series. If you like bold heroines, strong heroes, and post-apocalyptic settings, then you’ll love Tricia Copeland’s thrilling fight for survival.

Buy Lovelock Ones to battle an unforgiving authority today!

THE REVIEW

Well, this is a compelling, gripping dystopian sci-fi novel; it is also shockingly relevant and intriguing given the recent events of the past decade in our world. The author does a great job of balancing character development with world-building and powerful themes of scientific advancement, health care, and the role young people play in the future of our society. The role of genetics also plays a heavy hand in this novel and does a great job of offering the reader an immersive experience as they are shown a bleak yet inviting sci-fi dystopian world.

At its heart, the story is very character-driven. The main protagonist’s struggle to protect her family while keeping herself and her allies safe as they are hunted simply for existing adds to the narrative’s tension and atmosphere. The older boy, who serves as a protector and ally, adds drama and a hint of romance, allowing the protagonist herself to become a stronger and more compelling heroine that readers can really root for.

THE VERDICT

Dynamic, epic in scale, and thoughtful in design, author Tricia Copeland’s “Lovelock Ones” is a must-read dystopian sci-fi novel. The compelling, gripping world-building and strong themes of genetics, science, and healthcare allow the more grounded character dynamics in the relationships that form throughout this journey to shine brightly, keeping readers fully immersed and eager for the next entry in the series. If you haven’t yet, please be sure to grab your copy today!

Rating: 10/10

About the Author

Young adult fiction author Tricia Copeland believes in finding magic. She believes magic infuses every aspect of our lives and each of us create our own brand of magic. Whether transforming hearts, lives, numbers, ideas, art, music, or simply enjoying nature, we discover magic every day. She aims to write stories that show what is possible when one commits to finding their own version of magic. With urban fantasy and paranormal young adult titles, you’re sure to find a magical character and story line to love within her books.

Whether you’re looking for a fun romance, inspiring story of strength, fantasy, paranormal, or a dystopian sci-fi, you’ve come to the right place. Award-winning author Tricia Copeland grew up in Georgia but now calls Colorado home. If she’s not on the trail you can find her creating magical stories at www.triciacopeland.com.

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