Vagabond - J D Brewer

When Niko's parents are brutally murdered by the Republic for being Genetic Terrorists, she must learn how to survive in the wild, in life, and in love. With nothing but her pack for a home, she travels the fringes of the Colonies and collects memories of the Vagabonds who help her along the way. The novel begins at the edges of Niko's first heartbreak after a boy named Xavi ditches her for a nice pair of Legs. The Tracks are no place for love, because before Niko has time to mourn her rejection, she encounters a different kind of pain- a pain in the rear named Flea. Niko's subsequent adventures cause her to question her beliefs about the Genetic Engineering Guild, the Republic, the Revolution, and her heart. Niko's tale is propelled by non-stop action while her past is never far behind to fill in the gaps. In this unconventional science fiction novel, a coming of age story takes place against a utopian backdrop. Vagabond is a twist-driven page turner that you won't want to put down once you pick it up.