Augmented

De: Kenechi Udogu

Narrado por: Remi Shorunke-Samuel

In a future where humans are enhanced to ensure the survival of society Akaego fights to prevent her power to grow plants from being weaponised by a corrupt regime.

I was going to be a Mechsim. I was going to use my powers to make a difference.

In a near future London, where extreme weather has depleted plant life, sixteen-year-olds must surgically augment an ability to contribute to the new utopian society. Akaego moves to a prestigious academy after the late discovery of her rare ability - she can project a vocal frequency that accelerates plant growth.

As Akaego learns to use her new skill and is chosen for an internship with the mayor she begins to feel like she can change society for the better . . . and it doesn't hurt that the mayor's gorgeous son, Joon, seems to be flirting with her. But then the Freestakers, an anti-enhancement group, warn Akaego not to get Augmented.

Can she discover the truth of her ability, find the courage to rebel and keep her power out of the hands of those wishing to control it?

©2025 Kenechi Udogu (P)2025 Audible Ltd.

Diversity Strong characters

Diversity
Strong characters
Great performance
Original idea
The idea that absolutes are not always the best way to move forward.

Young interactions and missteps written well.

Many original plot features with the proper teenage perspective and angst thrown in. A plot twist in the conclusion that was divulged as a distraction that was developed beautifully.

Love this story

I loved the world building and how plausible it is for a post-climate crisis scenario. The main character is frustrating at times but her reactions are realistic, especially for a young person.
Engaging and well written.
Some of the emotional nuances in the dialogue were missed in the telling, but over all that was good too.