Replica

From the acclaimed New York Times bestselling author of "BEFORE I FALL" and the Delirium Trilogy comes a remarkable novel that combines two captivating narratives into one profound exploration of individuality, identity, and humanity. "REPLICA" offers a unique reading experience: open it one way to immerse yourself in Lyra's journey, and flip it over to unravel Gemma's tale. Lyra's story unfolds at the Haven Institute, an enigmatic facility on a secluded island near Florida. This institution, seemingly tranquil from afar, reveals its true nature up close with locked doors, military vigilance, and biohazard precautions. Haven is secretly a scientific center where numerous replicas, or human copies, are created and studied. After an unexpected assault on the facility, Lyra, also known as number 24, escapes alongside a fellow subject, the enigmatic boy identified only as 72. Gemma, who has grown up frequently hospitalized, leads a life confined to her home, school, and the company of her best friend, April. Her ordinary existence is disrupted when a man with mysterious knowledge about her nearly abducts her, prompting Gemma to delve into her family's history. Her investigation reveals her father’s connection to the secretive Haven Institute. Desperate for truth, Gemma travels to Florida, where she encounters two replicas and uncovers even more mysteries. Although Lyra’s and Gemma’s stories parallel one another, each narrative holds astonishing revelations essential to understanding the other. "REPLICA" is a thought-provoking and ambitious masterpiece that challenges readers to contemplate profound questions.