Hamartia

"Rich spins an ambitious and imaginative concept into a plot that's full of fantastically complicated twists. . . . Throughout, the narrative raises and resolves questions at a brisk pace, making for a compelling page-turner." - Kirkus Reviews

Grace's nine-year-old son, Jordan, is dying. . . .

First, the Metagenesis disease will tear his soul from his body, and then it will kill him. Desperate for a cure, Grace agrees to take part in an illegal clinical trial cloning souls. Supported by her best friend Kay, the two embark on the ultimate "Vegas Vacation" to the past in search of the right soul to clone, racing against time to save Jordan's life.

But someone is trying to stop them and when they discover why, Grace must make a choice: let her son die or kill her husband. If she kills her husband, she triggers widespread Metagenesis, sealing the fate of the human race with a new plague.

Humanity is counting on Grace choosing to let her son die.

"Hamartia by Raquel Rich is a science fiction story with strong plot points, a powerful conflict, and characters that readers will love.. . . Hamartia is a huge success on all levels, including the unpredictable plot, the strong characters, and skillful handling of the themes of life and death and an imminent plague." - Readers Favorite (five star review)

"Hamartia is a fantastic science fiction mystery thriller filled with twists and turns, madcap escapades, and romance!" - InD'tale Magazine