Augmented

By: Kenechi Udogu

Narrated by: 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.

Well written with interesting characters.

While the idea of England becoming a desert wasteland is a bit over the top, the story is well formed and kept me listening. The reader was excellent and I could see and hear each character in my head. The interplay of freedom and government is also interesting and timely. A good listen.

good teen book!

Loved the narrator, really good voice to listen to. The story was easy to follow along to. looking forward to more books from the author.

Diversity Strong characters

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

Stumbled upon a jewel

Simply loved the story. A beautiful balance of current reality and our scary possible future with the strength only held by our youth. 💛 Its still important for youth to have adult allies.

Really great dystopian story

Loved the premise. Enjoyed the love story, not a lot of unexpected twists, but that’s ok. It was really entertaining