Books like Being by Kevin Brooks
Robert is a typical 16‑year‑old—until a routine surgical procedure goes wrong and something impossible is revealed inside him. As he slowly regains consciousness, he realizes his body has been altered with a strange, plastic construction that he cannot fully understand. Unable to speak and fully alert, Robert is thrust into a desperate escape, driven by the need for answers that may be far beyond his imagination. The story follows his frantic run through a world that suddenly feels alien, as he confronts questions of identity, technology, and what it means to be human.
Brought to life by Kevin Brooks, "Being" blends science‑fiction suspense with psychological intrigue, offering a nerve‑racking adventure that challenges teenage readers and adults alike.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Kevin Brooks
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