Borne

The dark, dangerous, funny, and uplifting new novel from the author of Annihilation, the inspiration for the major motion picture directed by Alex Garland, is called Borne. In a ruined city of the future, Rachel scavenges a strange creature from the fur of a despotic bear and names him Borne. Her lover Wick is intent on rendering him down as raw material for the special drugs he sells, but nothing is quite what it seems, and if Wick is hiding secrets, so too is Rachel, and Borne most of all.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 368 pages
\n Publication date: 08 March 2018
\n Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
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The Financial Times has named "Annihilation" by Jeff VanderMeer as one of the best books of the year. The novel, which was inspired by the major motion picture directed by Alex Garland, is a dark, dangerous, funny, and uplifting story.

In a ruined city of the future, Rachel scavenges a strange creature from the fur of a despotic bear. She names him Borne. He reminds her of her homeland lost to rising seas, but her lover Wick is intent on rendering him down as raw material for the special drugs he sells.

Nothing is quite what it seems, and if Wick is hiding secrets, so too is Rachel – and Borne most of all.

The novel explores themes of power, control, and the nature of reality. It is a haunting and thought-provoking read that will leave readers questioning their own perceptions of the world.

"Annihilation" has received critical acclaim for its stunning writing, intricate plot, and memorable characters. It has been praised for its ability to blend science fiction, horror, and psychological thriller genres into a seamless and compelling narrative.

The Financial Times has named "Annihilation" as one of the best books of the year, and it is sure to be a hit with readers of all genres. Whether you are a fan of science fiction, horror, or just a great story, this novel is not to be missed.

\n Weight: 262g\n
Dimension: 197 x 130 x 23 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780008159214\n \n