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Modified: Book One in the Manipulated Series Kindle Edition

by Harper North (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.1 out of 5 stars 422 ratings

What if the sky was deadly?

Fin has never stepped foot on the irradiated surface of the Earth. Working the mines, deep below, has been the only life she's ever known. The underground is nothing more than an existence of sweat and monotony in service to the Enhanced Human Coalition—the overlords from above.

It’s simple, you serve the EHC up top, or you starve to death.

But in a stroke of luck, Fin stubbles upon a piece of tech that increases strength, intelligence, and allows adaptation to the surface's harsh conditions. Stealing this device sends the underground into chaos.

Now she’s triggered a manhunt and is on the run for not only her crimes… but her new abilities. To protect herself and the only family she’s ever known, Fin is forced to flee with her loyal best friends and a handsome stranger who unluckily gets caught in the crossfire.

There’s only one problem, they’re driven to the most dangerous place possible… aboveground.

Can she save an unjust world broken in two?

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    Manipulated Series
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    254 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Publication date
    August 15, 2017
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"As an author of dystopian novels, I found this one refreshing and exciting. Everything you love about this genre, but so much more. What a thrill ride!"- ★★★★★ Author Jenetta Penner (Configured Series)
"Such an exciting and unique concept. The contrast from underground and the surface is fascinating. This book will grab you from the start!"- ★★★★★ Author David R. Bernstein (Influence Series)
"This is a book that will grab you from the first page and draw you in until the very end. Very impressive writing for a debut novel and author. Well done, Harper North!"- ★★★★★ Author S.L. Morgan (Ancient Guardians Series)

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0747WWM65
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Torment Publishing
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 15, 2017
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 8.1 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 254 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 6 ‏ : ‎ Manipulated Series
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 12 - 18 years
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 out of 5 stars 422 ratings

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  1. David R. Bernstein

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    David R. Bernstein is a Torment Publishing author who writes sci-fi and fantasy young adult fiction. After several years in the Pacific Northwest, he recently returned to his native Southern California to focus on writing.

    David has three wonderful children and has been happily married to his beautiful wife for over 14 years. When he's not writing or researching his next story, you'll most likely find him wrestling with their kids around the house, working out at the gym, or hooping it up on the local basketball courts.

    Follow David's work on the Influence series! Visit www.davidrbernstein.com for exclusive content and updates.

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    Author of fast-paced, sci-fi young adult novels.

    Harper is a big fan of science fiction. Her love for this genre has led her to publish her first book with Torment Publishing. Readers will love her interesting concepts and harrowing tales, mixed with inspiration and a touch of romance.

    "Life is as complex as your imagination allows it to be. If a story can make you feel something, then it is as real as everyday life." - Harper North

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    Jenetta Penner developed a love of sci-fi at an early age and decided on a whim to read 40 young adult books in the same genre. From that experience, an author was born. Configured is her debut novel. She lives in sunny Southern California with her husband, two daughters and two furbabies. And she may or may not have a slight addiction to cat gifs.

    Subscribe to her book club & get access to 50 FREE YA Books and a Configured YA Coloring book. Get them here: bit.ly/free50books

    Drop her a note at jenetta@jenettapenner.com.

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Customers find this dystopian novel action-packed and fast-paced, with impressive writing that's very detailed. They consider it a good YA read. The character development receives mixed reactions from customers.

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17 customers mention "Story quality"14 positive3 negative

Customers find the book's story engaging and action-packed, with one customer describing it as a fast-paced dystopian novel.

"...beginning you are drawn in with interesting characters and the non-stop action ensures you will be reading straight to the end...." Read more

"...to save the world, yet in spite of a very familiar plot the story is entertaining. Young adult girls will probably enjoy it most." Read more

"This is a book that will grab you from the first page and draw you in until the very end. Very impressive writing for a debut novel and author...." Read more

"...couldn't connect with them, but has potential to be an awesome dystopian story, look forward to book 2." Read more

6 customers mention "Readability"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the book to be a good YA read, with one describing it as a great summer read.

"Was a good YA read, fast pace in the story, I felt a little outside from the characters, couldn't connect with them, but has potential to be an..." Read more

"This story was a good read. The author did a good job with the characters and all the action that was in the story...." Read more

"If you enjoy Hunger Games, Divergent, etc, this will be a great next read! I love that its an easy to follow story that keeps you hooked!" Read more

"Love it! Lots of laughing. This is a new take on the future. Hold onto your seat because the rides about to start. Enjoy as much as I did." Read more

5 customers mention "Writing style"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, finding it very impressive and detailed, with one customer noting its infinite variety of detail.

"...The same plots are approached with such an infinite variety of detail...." Read more

"...Very impressive writing for a debut novel and author. Well done, Harper North!..." Read more

"His book was exciting and fast-paced. I like the writing style and felt the contrast between the underground world and the surface was well done...." Read more

"Kept me absorbed in the story. Very detailed and quite interesting. The characters are full of surprises, I have to complete the series." Read more

4 customers mention "Pacing"4 positive0 negative

Customers find the pacing of the book fast-paced.

"Was a good YA read, fast pace in the story, I felt a little outside from the characters, couldn't connect with them, but has potential to be an..." Read more

"His book was exciting and fast-paced. I like the writing style and felt the contrast between the underground world and the surface was well done...." Read more

"This is a fun, quick read. There are some editing issues, a couple that are pretty distracting, but the story doesn't suffer...." Read more

"Loved this. Super fast paced and a great summer read. Can't wait for the next one." Read more

9 customers mention "Character development"6 positive3 negative

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"...From the beginning you are drawn in with interesting characters and the non-stop action ensures you will be reading straight to the end...." Read more

"...There was no romance or chemistry between the characters so I was not really invested in the outcome." Read more

"...This novel does just that and more. I loved both the character and world building throughout the book...." Read more

"...a "Hunger Games" vibe, but remained unique in plot and character development. I cannot wait to read the next book in the series!..." Read more

Top reviews from the United States

  • Kanyonmk
    5.0 out of 5 stars A gripping sci-fi dystopian thriller.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2017
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    What a fantastic start to a brand new series! Modified is a gripping sci-fi dystopian thriller. I love reading dystopian stories and trying a new author is always risky, but I was not disappointed. From the beginning you are drawn in with interesting characters and the non-stop action ensures you will be reading straight to the end. Fans of the Maze Runner & Virals series will want to try this book out. While Modified is written for teens, I feel adults will enjoy this story as well.

    Seventeen-year old Fin is a dweller, born and raised in a parentless underground cavern called the Oven. When she is old enough to work she is thrown into the mining shafts to work until she dies. In this futuristic Earth the world has been dismantled and made uninhabitable by extreme radiation. Only the genetically modified are allowed above, for these are the people who have wealth and status. When Fin and her friends stumble upon a hidden device that can enhance abilities and adapt the dwellers to the Earth’s surface, they find themselves on the run from the government who want their technology back. They soon find members of a resistance who hope to start a revolution. Fin and her friends are stuck far from home, but with a few new friends, on a mission to save the world.

    I received an ARC at no cost from the author and voluntarily reviewed it. All my opinions and thoughts are in no way influenced by this.

    Final Rating: 5 Stars
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  • Lily
    4.0 out of 5 stars Not quite up to The Gender Game but very good
    Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2019
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    Authors never fail to amaze me with their imaginations. The same plots are approached with such an infinite variety of detail. Once again our heroine sets out to save the world, yet in spite of a very familiar plot the story is entertaining. Young adult girls will probably enjoy it most.
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    3.0 out of 5 stars A Slow burner
    Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2018
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    This book took a while to get into initially. I thought that it picked up about half way through. There was no romance or chemistry between the characters so I was not really invested in the outcome.
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  • SimplyReading
    5.0 out of 5 stars Dystopian meets Science Fiction in this face paced novel!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2017
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    This is a book that will grab you from the first page and draw you in until the very end. Very impressive writing for a debut novel and author. Well done, Harper North!

    I was thrilled when I was contacted to read this book as an ARC. It did not disappoint. I am one of 'those' readers that has to be grabbed from the first page in order to stick with a book. This novel does just that and more. I loved both the character and world building throughout the book.

    I definitely recommend to readers who are fans of "The Maze Runner" and other books in this genre.

    Modified is the first book and just the beginning of an amazing series that I look forward to reading.

    Thank you for the advanced read and for a book that grabbed me from page one!
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  • Megz288
    4.0 out of 5 stars YA dystopian, huge potential
    Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2017
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    Was a good YA read, fast pace in the story, I felt a little outside from the characters, couldn't connect with them, but has potential to be an awesome dystopian story, look forward to book 2.
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  • KtGlow
    5.0 out of 5 stars This was a unique, fast-paced dystopian novel!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2017
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    I think this quote quite accurately describes "Modified": "I came to the surface to save a little girl, nothing more. Now it seems I've jumpstarted a revolution."

    I absolutely loved the characters that Harper has created in this dystopian future of Earth. The book gave me a "Hunger Games" vibe, but remained unique in plot and character development. I cannot wait to read the next book in the series! This is definitely one of my new favorite authors. I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary advance copy of the book.
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  • CitznFish
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read..definitely check this one out!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2018
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    His book was exciting and fast-paced. I like the writing style and felt the contrast between the underground world and the surface was well done. I am on to the next book in the series!
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  • John Shearer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Modified (1)
    Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2017
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    This story was a good read. The author did a good job with the characters and all the action that was in the story. This was a good combination of sci fi and adventure.
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  • Tony Fecteau
    5.0 out of 5 stars Action, and good characters
    Reviewed in Canada on August 20, 2017
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    I was pleasantly surprised by this book. The story and characters developed very fast. As a reader, we keep trying to read between the lines about what happened in our current time. If you like action and good character building, read this book.
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  • Jenny O
    5.0 out of 5 stars Well what a story
    Reviewed in Australia on April 19, 2025
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    This book surprised me numerous times. The pace is fast, the twists and turns that you can't see coming. Well done, Harper North, I will be reading more of your books.
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    Reviewed in Australia on February 6, 2019
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    Great story line and loveable characters. Looking forward to reading the next book.
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