Rebellion (Tankborn #3)

A Tankborn Novel
By Karen Sandler

    In a world where half the population is genetically engineered, what does it mean to be human? The acclaimed TANKBORN trilogy rushes to a thrilling conclusion with Rebellion!

    Description

    Kayla is a GEN–a genetically engineered nonhuman–in a world torn apart by castes separating GENs from “real” humans. In the wake of a devastating bomb blast, Kayla finds herself at the headquarters of the organization that planted the bomb–and many others like it in GEN food warehouses and homes. Her biological mother tells her that Devak is dead and that Kayla must join their terrorist group, which is ramping up for something big. Now Kayla must pretend to embrace this new role in an underground compound full of paranoia as she plots a way to escape and save her friends.

    Meanwhile, Devak has emerged from his healing in a gen-tank, only to be told that Kayla is dead and his family has fallen from grace. Can he overcome his grief enough to notice the clues that point to Kayla?

    As Kayla and Devak fight to find each other and stop the bloodshed, the Tankborn trilogy rushes to a thrilling conclusion!

    About the Creators

    Karen Sandler

    Karen Sandler is the author of the Tankborn trilogy as well as seventeen novels for adults and several short stories and screenplays. Before becoming a full-time writer, she worked as a software engineer, including work on the Space Shuttle program and communications satellites. She lives in northern California with her husband, Gary, and their three cats, and can often be found riding her Andalusian/Morgan mare, Belle. Find out more at karensandler.net.

    Reviews

    • "Immensely satisfying. . . An intriguing multicultural cast raises interesting questions about race and status."

      - Booklist
    • "With rebellions, ideological questions and a nonwhite, not-entirely-heterosexual cast, this series is a strong addition to the genre."Kirkus Reviews

    • "Sandler, a former software engineer, uses her technology experience to craft a richly detailed story where electronic circuitry controls everything—from reproduction and parenting to memories, travel, and even life. Best read sequentially to appreciate the characters' development, this conclusion will delight fans of Kayla and Derek's love story."

      - School Library Journal

    Hardcover

  • ISBN 9781600609848
  • Publication Date Jun 01, 2014
  • Trim Size 8.25 × 5.5 × 1.5 in
  • Weight 1.3125 lbs
  • Page Count 400
  • Word Count 108397
  • Paperback

  • ISBN 9781643797403
  • Publication Date Aug 13, 2024
  • Trim Size 8.25 × 5.5 in
  • Weight 1.1 lbs
  • Page Count 412
  • Interests

  • Audience Young Adult
  • BISAC Category 1 YAF / Science Fiction / General
  • BISAC Category 2 YAF / Dystopian
  • BISAC Category 3 YAF / Romance / General
  • Themes African / African American / Black, Biracial / Multiracial, Breaking Gender Barriers, Collaboration, Conflict resolution, Courage, Dreams & Aspirations, Dystopia, Empathy / Compassion, Fantasy, Fathers, Fiction, Friendship, Heroism, Identity / Self Esteem / Confidence, Leadership, LGBTQIA+, Mothers, Nature / Science, Optimism / Enthusiasm, Overcoming Obstacles, Persistence / Grit, Pride, Protest, Respect / Citizenship, Responsibility, Science Fiction / Fantasy, Slavery, Teen Interest, YA interest
  • Reading Levels

  • Age Range Ages 12 - 17
  • Grade Range Grades 7 - 12
  • Guided Reading Z
  • ATOS Book Level 5.8
  • DRA 80
  • Interest Level Grades 7 - 12
  • Lexile Level 850
  • Reading Level Grades 6 - 12
  • Bebop Reading Fluent
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