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When science and business conspire; can humanity survive? A new life for one woman; a dangerous destiny for humanity. When a lonely fifty-year-old career woman seizes the chance to re-set her biological clock, she wakes up two years later with a perfect young body and a new identity. But Alexa Dartmoor must now work for a secretive company led by men with twisted morals and dangerous ethics who will stop at nothing to advance GenTech's dominance in high-tech bio-science. Untangling a web of half-truth and deceit, Alexa is devastated by the betrayal of the man she trusted with her life and her heart. She is shattered by his calculated manipulation to force her to accept the shocking reality of her new life. Will she die for her beliefs? Or, if she chooses life; can she accept her new destiny is to fight GenTech's callous plan to re-build the world? Defying Destiny is the first installment of the Alexa Chronicles, a series of terrifyingly possible thrillers by Karen Liddiard. If you like fast-paced action that explores a perilous future when science, business and humanity are opposing forces; immerse yourself in Alexa's dangerous new world.

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Infused with mystery and suspense, the science-fiction novel Defying Destiny (Alexa Chronicles: Book 1) by K.A. Liddiard captures the imagination from page one. The action-packed scenes, intense atmosphere, incredible settings, and intriguing characters create a tense and compelling story. The flaws in Ashleigh's, Rick's, and Mitch's personalities give their characters an authentic aspect, making it easy to sympathize and identify with them. With a few unexpected twists and a lot of conflict, the storyline moves at an even pace, keeping the story's tension and apprehension alive. Stopping on a cliffhanger, it is a sensational beginning for a thrilling new series. Everyone who relishes the combination of suspense and mystery with romantic interludes will not want to miss it! Susan Sewell - Readers' Favourite Touching on the ethical challenges of advanced biotech without bogging down the prose with detailed arguments, K. A. Liddiard does a good job of allowing the reader to form their own opinions and still side with Alexa. The writing is quick and action scenes well-formed, Liddiard does the story justice with her pace and character arcs. Fast-paced and full of twisty questions of ethics and bio-tech, Defying Destiny is a deceptively deep dive as well as an action-packed thriller. Samantha Ann Rainbow - ManyBooks Review Defying Destiny is suspenseful and thought-provoking, exploring strong scientific and ethical themes. The writing is crisp, the descriptions gorgeous, and the characters multifaceted. Apart from Alexa, characters like Rick Malvern, Mitch Donnelly, and Ashleigh Daniels are spectacularly written. Beneath their calm and seductive exteriors are monsters that are merciless. This SF thriller is packed with action, a tale that is pulse-pounding and so intelligently written that it becomes impossible to put down. I love stories with bold themes that explore complex issues. K.A. Liddiard delivers that and introduces characters that are not just likable but real. Jose Cornelia - Readers' Favourite Defying Destiny is a fun and thrilling introduction to this new sci-fi thriller series by K.A. Liddiard. It weaves together technology, mystery, danger, and a little romance. The author addresses a social issue many men and women face, the fear of growing older and living an unfulfilled life. K.A. Liddiard has written a thought-provoking book that promises to be the first in an exciting new series. The Alexa Chronicles highlights the character flaws in all of us, and how easy it is for things to get out of control. A great read! Fans of sci-fi thrillers won't be disappointed in Defying Destiny and will be eagerly awaiting the next installment featuring Alexa Dartmoor. Editorial - Entrada Book Reviews

I enjoy a good thriller, and Defying Destiny doesn't disappoint! Amazon review. Enjoyed this book immensely. Always interesting reading a new author. Lots to mull over now, so can't wait to read the rest of the chronicles. Amazon review. Terrific book, I couldn't put it down. It's got a bit of everything, and what an intriguing premise - gets you to wonder... would I? Amazon review.

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Karen (KA) Liddiard writes contemporary thrillers with a futurist tweak, a twist of adventure and a dash of romance, because who doesn't need time out in between saving the world? Like Michael Crichton weaving a great adventure after extracting DNA trapped in amber, Karen teases scientific possibility into intriguing encounters with current reality. Her debut series, The Alexa Chronicles, is a page-turning escape that explores the ultimate life do-over with the classic be careful what you wish for twist! While she lacks the fighting skills and fitness of her feisty heroines; Karen has survived teaching angst-ridden teenagers how to read and write proper-like; the epic pettiness (and sharp knives) of corporate politics and the moral ambivalence of selling business software that almost works but no-one will use. She enjoys launching fast cars down a freeway and on weekends she'll sling an SUV through dust, dirt and ruts to get to the perfect Aussie outback campfire destination to enjoy with her partner and their bark-aholic fur-kid. Karen says, As a reader, I delight in stories that take me on an adventure with characters who I want to call my friends. I rejoice when villains get their just desserts as their wicked plots are defeated. Because I'm a glutton for entertaining writing; I read across many genres and enjoy a sweeping historical romance, an epic fantasy or nail-biting thriller; liberally salted with some sci-fi, comedy and crime. But I am always intrigued by the near possible; the scientific breakthroughs that nudge us towards one of many potential futures. And so, the science and the technology of my stories provide an intriguing background of what if this was already possible? Above all else, it is the adventure of the characters who inhabit my imagination and demand I share their stories that is important. I hope you will enjoy meeting my characters as much as I have revelled in creating them. Happy reading.

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