Socrates's Child

by Ann Simko

He was raised to be moral and ethical-he was created to be neither.Quinn Riley wasn't born. He was created. Constructed of artificial DNA, he is designed as the perfect soldier, explorer and assassin. His purpose is clear...until the scientists who manufacture him abduct him in his infancy.With a new identity, Quinn is raised human, oblivious of his true origins. Only when Socrates, the parent company who funded his creation, finds him twenty-five years later does he learn the truth of himself.With Socrates fighting to get him back, can Quinn's learned humanity override man-made genetic programming?

262 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 3, 2011

About the author

When not writing Ann Simko works as a nurse in a level one trauma center. For fun she studies karate and tries to keep both her children, husband and odd assortment of critters in line. It never works, but that doesn't keep her from trying.
Nothing entertains her more than trying to answer the question "What if?" and then twisting the answer until it becomes warped- cool,huh?
Ann has seven novels published with Uncial press, another two finished and looking for homes out there in the world of publishing and another two in progress.
She hopes you enjoy her twisted little corner of the world.

Reviews

[Linda Peregory · Rating 5 out of 5]

A new author, Ann Simko tells a story as well as more seasoned pros. While not in the "kiterary: catagory, her work definitely fits s a good read. Vivid characters, adreneline pumping action, and an intimacy with her characters, and a love and genuine concern for them combine to quickly remove you for everyday life for a while. By the time you finish One of Ann Simko's novwels, you feel refreshed, satisfied, and as if you have been blessed with new friends. You can't help but relater to he characters, cheer for them, and feel for their every conflict and victory.

[June Kramin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great read from Ann Simko! As always, I loved following the unique story line. Lots of page-turning twists and turns, keeping you guessing and up late! As always, I loved her characters and the bonds and relationships that grow with the story.