Title
Blight
Delivery time: 8-12 business days (International)
When An Agribusiness Facility Producing Genetically Engineered Food Releases A Deadly Toxin Into The Environment, Seventeenyearold Tempest Torres Races To Deliver The Cure Before Time Runs Out.From The Author Of The Acclaimed American Booksellers Associations Indies Introduce Pick Salvage, Which Was Called Brilliant, Feminist Science Fiction By Stephanie Perkins, The Internationally Bestselling Author Of Anna And The French Kiss. This Standalone Actionadventure Story Is Perfect For Fans Of Oryx And Crake And The House Of The Scorpion.Seventeenyearold Tempest Torres Has Lived On The Agrastar Farm North Of Atlanta, Georgia, Since She Was Found Outside Its Gates At The Age Of Five. Now Shes Part Of The Security Force Guarding The Fence And Watching For Scavengerspeople Who Would Rather Steal Genetically Engineered Food From The Company Than Work For It. When A Group Of Such Rebels Accidentally Sets Off An Explosion In The Research Compound, It Releases Into The Air A Blight That Kills Every Living Thing In Its Pathincluding Humans. With Blightresistant Seeds In Her Pocket, Tempest Teams Up With A Scavenger Boy Named Alder And Runs For Help. But When They Finally Arrive At Agrastar Headquarters, They Discover That Theres An Even Bigger Plot Behind The Blightand Its Up To Them To Stop It From Happening Again.Inspired By Current Environmental Issues, Specifically The Genetic Adjustment Of Seeds To Resist Blight And The Risks Of Not Allowing Natural Seed Diversity, This Is An Actionadventure Story That Is Margaret Atwoods Oryx And Crake Meets Nancy Farmers House Of The Scorpion.
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This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main plot of 'Blight'? A: 'Blight' follows seventeen-year-old Tempest Torres as she races to deliver a cure after a genetically engineered food facility releases a deadly toxin into the environment. Set in a dystopian world, the story explores themes of survival and environmental issues.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Blight'? A: The author of 'Blight' is Alexandra Duncan, known for her feminist science fiction works.
- Q: What age group is 'Blight' suitable for? A: 'Blight' is primarily aimed at young adult readers, particularly those who enjoy action-adventure and science fiction.
- Q: How many pages does 'Blight' have? A: 'Blight' has a total of 400 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Blight'? A: 'Blight' is available in hardcover binding, making it a durable choice for readers.
- Q: When was 'Blight' published? A: 'Blight' was published on August 1, 2017.
- Q: Is 'Blight' part of a series or a stand-alone book? A: 'Blight' is a stand-alone action-adventure novel, not part of a series.
- Q: What themes does 'Blight' explore? A: 'Blight' explores environmental themes, specifically the genetic modification of seeds and the importance of natural seed diversity.
- Q: Who are the main characters in 'Blight'? A: The main characters in 'Blight' are Tempest Torres and a scavenger boy named Alder, who team up to tackle the crisis caused by the blight.
- Q: What genre does 'Blight' fall under? A: 'Blight' falls under the genres of young adult fiction, action-adventure, and science fiction.