Resist the Machine

"When the government owns the gene pool, what could possibly go wrong? According to the leaders of Avantica, absolutely nothing. If in doubt, just look at the statistics. Their genetically enhanced citizens enjoy the highest standard of living in the world. Crime and disease are nearly non-existent. Healthcare and housing are totally free. Why would anyone ever want to leave? Meet Clara Spinner. By design she is supposed to be compassionate, serious to a fault, and content with her assigned occupation, but someone at the population factory messed up. How else can she explain her rebellious streak, ability to appreciate a good joke, and the fact that she doesn't like her first job? Hiding her true nature is a daily battle and coworkers are getting suspicious. So when the military shows up, looking for someone with her skill set, Clara "volunteers." Fitting in with ruthless soldiers isn't easy, but that's the least of her worries after they land in a place opposed to everything Avantica stands for."--Amazon.com.