Books like Dogs of War by Adrian Tchaikovsky
In *Dogs of War*, Adrian Tchaikovsky introduces Rex, a seven‑foot‑tall, bullet‑proof Bioform equipped with heavy calibre weaponry and a subsonic voice engineered to incite fear. As part of a Multiform Assault Pack, Rex battles in the lawless anarchy of Campeche, Mexico. The story delves into the ethical dilemmas posed by genetically engineered beings used as weapons, raising questions about their legal rights, the obligations of their masters, and the possibility of a Bioform seeking a more humane existence. The tension escalates when the commander of the squad faces trial as a war criminal, forcing Rex and his companions to confront the implications of their own existence and the boundaries of loyalty.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Science Fiction/Military Science Fiction
Authors: Adrian Tchaikovsky
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