Fragile Remedy

Sixteen-year-old Nate, a genetically engineered medical surrogate called a Gem, escapes captivity to survive in the lawless Withers, where he finds a sense of family among scavengers and a boy he cares for. As violence escalates and his secret risks being uncovered, Nate faces a harrowing choice that could threaten his life and future. This gripping story explores themes of identity, survival, and the bonds that give us hope.