Genes
Mary Ting
(ISAN, #3)
Published by: Vesuvian Books
Publication date: June 30th 2020
Genres: Dystopian, Science Fiction, Young Adult

Allegiances will be tested.
Identities will be revealed.
No one is safe.

While searching for the HelixB88 anti-serum on the black market, Ava uncovers valuable intel that may help the rebels in their fight to bring down ISAN—the location of a hidden facility. But first, the insurgents must find the female citizens unexpectedly displaying powers without use of the Helix serum before ISAN captures them.

As the rebels join forces with other sectors, ISAN plans their destruction by using someone they don’t suspect at the rebel home base. A traitor within.

Now, Ava must make a dangerous decision, one that could risk their capture—or worse.

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Reviews

Helix

4*

Helix, by Mary Ting, is the second book in the ISAN series. Ava trades herself for Ozzie, putting her back in ISAN’s clutches. She’s beginning to recall her past, making her more determined to bring down the organisation. How far will ISAN go to contain it’s secrets?

This book jumps right in where the first book ended, and keeps up the roller coaster pace. I did find that a little jarring. It had been some time since I’d read the last book and I was a little lost at first. I oriented pretty quick though. Warning- this book ends in a cliffhanger too! Thankfully, I could read the third one right away!

This story is told from both Ava’s point of view and Rhett’s, which was neat. I loved the dynamics between all of the characters. The friendship, loyalty, and camaraderie. I think that was the best part, for me at least. 

 

Genes

4*

Genes is the third book of Mary Ting’s ISAN series. Things are really ramping up for Ava, Rhett, and the crew. War is looming, loyalties are tested, and things are getting dicey. 

This story was as action packed as the last! It felt much darker than its predecessors. Which is a good thing. We are really getting into the meat of the story, and it is dystopia after all. The camaraderie and friendship are still strong for the most part. There is that pesky matter of a wolf in the fold, unfortunately.

The characters are still my favourite part. There’s a bit more romance in it than I’d like, but romance really isn’t my cuppa in stories, nor in real life. I will say that it did add sparks of light to a dark take. And speaking of… don’t get too attached to characters. Cause dang. 

Recommended if you enjoy dystopian fiction!

***Many thanks to the author/ publisher for providing an egalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.

 

 

 

International Bestselling, Award-Winning Author Mary Ting writes soulful, spellbinding stories that excite the imagination and captivate readers all over the world. Her books run a wide range of genres: science fiction, fantasy, and swoon worthy stories. Her storytelling talents have won her a devoted legion of fans and garnered critical praise.

Mary was born in Seoul Korea and resides in Southern California with her husband, two children, and two dogs—Mochi and Mocha. She enjoys oil painting and making jewelry. Becoming an author was a way to grieve the death of her beloved grandmother. After realizing she wanted to become a full-time author, she retired from teaching after twenty years.

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