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Cent, the daughter of a man who is fiercely pursued by the government and other dangerous adversaries for her ability to teleport, triggers an avalanche while illegally snowboarding. This act of defiance inadvertently awakens her own mysterious telekinetic abilities. Cent, who was always careful to keep her powers a secret, soon realizes that her powers are not only dangerous but also potentially transformative. As she delves deeper into her newfound abilities, she discovers that her powers may have a dark purpose and that the government, as well as others, are working to exploit them. Cent is forced to choose between the allure of power and the responsibility that comes with it, as she races against time to unravel the truth behind her abilities and stop those who would use her powers for their own gain. This novel is a thrilling tale of isolation, telekinesis, and the quest for freedom, as Cent navigates the treacherous landscape of Canada and comes face-to-face with her own identity.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Science Fiction/Hard Science Fiction
Authors: Steven Gould
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