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The One

By: John Marrs
Narrated by: Clare Corbett, Vicki Hall, Simon Bubb, Jot Davies, Sophie Aldred
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A Wall Street Journal Best Science Fiction Book of 2018

“Just try to put this gripping thriller down once you pick it up.”—AARP

“A shock on every other page.”—Wall Street Journal

How far would you go to find The One?

A simple DNA test is all it takes. Just a quick mouth swab and soon you’ll be matched with your perfect partner—the one you’re genetically made for.

That’s the promise made by Match Your DNA. A decade ago, the company announced that they had found the gene that pairs each of us with our soul mate. Since then, millions of people around the world have been matched. But the discovery has its downsides: test results have led to the breakup of countless relationships and upended the traditional ideas of dating, romance and love.

Now five very different people have received the notification that they’ve been “Matched.” They’re each about to meet their one true love. But “happily ever after” isn’t guaranteed for everyone. Because even soul mates have secrets. And some are more shocking than others…

A word-of-mouth hit in the United Kingdom, The One is a fascinating novel that shows how even the simplest discoveries can have complicated consequences.

©2018 John Marrs (P)2018 Harlequin Enterprises, Limited
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loved it

it takes a while to get to the twists but stick with it..definitely worth a credit

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What could go wrong ? DNA matched partner for life ?

Quick delve into the modern day sci-fi where advancing biological technology allows for much more advanced match-making then our parents relied on . In times of Elon Musk passenger travel to outer space and 30 day vaccinations for global pandemics , John Marrs precept that true love is just a mouth swab away , is an entertaining notion . Of course with most revolutionary scientific discoveries what could go wrong .
A lot of characters to keep track of in the beginning , but once identities are established along with their back story it becomes easier to follow . Good character development and consistency. Truly intriguing characters that easily could have their own novel. Loved the multiple suspenseful cut always to the next story line . Clever finish as well . Fantastic narration by the entire cast !

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Dragged in parts

I enjoyed this. However, it was slow in some parts and kind of silly in others. Johns Marr’s book “The Passengers” kept me turning the pages much faster (or listening) for longer periods.

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A Match Made From DNA

What would you do if you had the opportunity to match your DNA with the one person in the entire world who was literally genetically designed to be your soulmate? The one person who just by laying your eyes on can make it seem like the world has opened up from beneath you. The thunderbolt of electric currents running through your body, awakening a desire so deeply embedded within your soul, you find it difficult to breath. Love at first sight. No other way to explain it.

What about if your current partner you are head over heels in love with turns out, according to this site, to not be THE ONE for you? Would your feelings change? Do you think one can have more than one soulmate?

This book follows the story of five people who were recently matched with their ONE. Five individuals who decide to take the leap of faith and meet their matched partners face to face. But wait...don’t think these are a match made in heaven love stories with happy endings. Everybody and everything isn’t always what it seems. In a relationship there are key elements to make it work: communication, trust, and loyalty to name a few. You may think you know someone but everyone has their secrets...

An upgraded shortcut from using a dating app to find the person you were destined to be with sounds promising. I can’t lie for $9.99 if I were in their shoes I probably would’ve did it “just to see what happens”. Haha BUT After reading this book thoooooo...ya’ll!!! Goodness! Lol I don’t know about all of that.

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Fun Fast Read

Great performance and fun storyline! First book in awhile that I was excited to keep reading!

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Sci-fi meets romance with a twist

I enjoyed reading this book and was able to keep up with the different couples (once I became familiar with the main characters). I recommend this book for those who like the show Black Mirror or who like how scientific advancements affect relationships.

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Great Read!

I loved this book and all the different character stories as well as the narration. I have never read this author before and can't wait to read more if his books.

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Page turner!

This book keeps on building interest and twists and the narration is great- loved it!

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Fascinating

This book was amazing... such a great look at online dating with a thriller setting. Admittedly, if you don’t like books with multiple narratives, this isn’t for you. If you don’t mind the multiple narratives, everyone has a surprising, and some are shocking, story that are all tied to the “Match Your DNA” CEO... really really well done!

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Very Enjoyable!

It was an unpredictable and unique story, which is so rare. I could hardly stop listening! Also, Very good narration.

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