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The Seneca Society #2
Seneca Element
If you knew that creating singularity between your mind and machine would open Pandora’s Box would you do it?
Not even teen math-genius, Doro Campbell, could have known what she was getting herself into when she made the choice to get an implant connecting her brain to her computer. But when she finds her own existence at the center of a fight for power that runs deep inside the near-future, secret society that is Seneca, Doro realizes her mind may no longer be under her own jurisdiction.
In this breakneck race to find her dad and save the planet, Doro must choose between trusting her inner self or technology. Amidst the perils of a brutal technological warfare, and navigating the ups and downs of her first love, can Doro find the way to save herself… and the fate of the world?
Not even teen math-genius, Doro Campbell, could have known what she was getting herself into when she made the choice to get an implant connecting her brain to her computer. But when she finds her own existence at the center of a fight for power that runs deep inside the near-future, secret society that is Seneca, Doro realizes her mind may no longer be under her own jurisdiction.
In this breakneck race to find her dad and save the planet, Doro must choose between trusting her inner self or technology. Amidst the perils of a brutal technological warfare, and navigating the ups and downs of her first love, can Doro find the way to save herself… and the fate of the world?
- GenresScience Fiction
311 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 12, 2019
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Rayya Deeb
3 books30 followersWhat’s up! When I’m not crafting high-concept fiction with soul, you’ll find me on the tennis court or firing up my pizza oven for intimate meals with family and friends. I’m here on Goodreads for the pulp-free juice. I love enthralling fiction with guts, no-filter steaminess, and non-fiction that explores psychology and spirit.
My trilogy, The Seneca Society, explores a futuristic technocratic world. Next up, I’m writing something electric at the intersection of commercial pop and literary women’s fiction-- Stay tuned!
My trilogy, The Seneca Society, explores a futuristic technocratic world. Next up, I’m writing something electric at the intersection of commercial pop and literary women’s fiction-- Stay tuned!
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Displaying 1 - 7 of 7 reviews
December 23, 2019
The wait is finally over! SENECA ELEMENT by Rayya Deeb is now available. As a huge fan of SENECA REBEL, the first book in this series, I couldn’t be more excited. The sequel picks up where we last left off. Doro is in search of her father in hopes that he’s alive. Alone, she risks the South American wilderness, when Dom, the guy she’s in love with, lets her go without him. Dom found out Doro had been lying to him and is furious with her, even if her intentions were good. Doro, determined, but heartbroken, pushes on until an outside invader hacks into her flex device and starts messing with her brain. Not only does this intrusion put Doro’s life at risk, but if she survives, she’ll have to figure out who is attempting to interfere with her mission, or she could become a pawn in their game.
With SENECA ELEMENT, I’m reminded by how much I love this secret society, and I appreciate how the world expands. In this second installment, we get a look at other hubs under Seneca’s umbrella. In particular, I keep imagining the room with the blue rivers of liquid and the equipment at Claytor Lake. I also love how we get to travel to a futuristic Smithsonian in the District of Columbia, because the locations from the Above root us in the familiar. We also get to revisit familiar characters and are introduced to Jadel, a fun addition to the cast. I’m curious to see how and when he’ll show back up again. I really want to like him, but the verdict is still out on whether or not he’s trustworthy-- which is what makes him such a complex and compelling character to begin with.
The cliffhanger that this book ends on is not even fair. It is the ultimate “what will happen next?” In the third book, I want to see more of the Departer conflict, more of Doro’s evolving family dynamic, and more of Dom! We don’t get to spend too much time with Dom in this novel and I missed his romance with Doro. Regardless, Deeb sets herself up for a really explosive third book and I’m looking forward to seeing where this story goes next.
With SENECA ELEMENT, I’m reminded by how much I love this secret society, and I appreciate how the world expands. In this second installment, we get a look at other hubs under Seneca’s umbrella. In particular, I keep imagining the room with the blue rivers of liquid and the equipment at Claytor Lake. I also love how we get to travel to a futuristic Smithsonian in the District of Columbia, because the locations from the Above root us in the familiar. We also get to revisit familiar characters and are introduced to Jadel, a fun addition to the cast. I’m curious to see how and when he’ll show back up again. I really want to like him, but the verdict is still out on whether or not he’s trustworthy-- which is what makes him such a complex and compelling character to begin with.
The cliffhanger that this book ends on is not even fair. It is the ultimate “what will happen next?” In the third book, I want to see more of the Departer conflict, more of Doro’s evolving family dynamic, and more of Dom! We don’t get to spend too much time with Dom in this novel and I missed his romance with Doro. Regardless, Deeb sets herself up for a really explosive third book and I’m looking forward to seeing where this story goes next.
January 26, 2020
Teen math-genius, Doro Campbell is back at it again in this thrilling sequel to Deeb’s debut novel in the Seneca Society series, Seneca Rebel. If the first book was the launching pad for the series, then this sequel puts the adventure, perils, technological intrigue and downright struggles for the fate of our possible future soundly into orbit. With an action-packed story line sure to keep you glued to the pages and a strong female, young adult character in the wryly charismatic yet sharp-minded Doro Campbell, this deeper dive into the immersive world of Seneca is sure to not disappoint. I for one can’t wait for the next book to drop!
July 24, 2022
Enjoyable
Entertaining enough to stay in on a Saturday and read the whole thing. Looking forward to the 3rd book after that cliffhanger! There were a few decisions made that I felt were stupid, but ultimately, this fast paced story kept me enrapt enough to continue reading.
I will also say- I've given 5 stars because these books need more traction! I feel badly it's not more well known, it's a great story!
Entertaining enough to stay in on a Saturday and read the whole thing. Looking forward to the 3rd book after that cliffhanger! There were a few decisions made that I felt were stupid, but ultimately, this fast paced story kept me enrapt enough to continue reading.
I will also say- I've given 5 stars because these books need more traction! I feel badly it's not more well known, it's a great story!
May 22, 2025
Good until it wasnt
I was immediately sucked into the story but as it kept going I was getting bored. It just fell flat about half way through and never really picked up like it did in the beginning
I was immediately sucked into the story but as it kept going I was getting bored. It just fell flat about half way through and never really picked up like it did in the beginning
January 8, 2020
Great read, looking forward to the next one!
June 23, 2025
great book 👍🏼👍🏼📖
September 1, 2025
Second installment of the Seneca Society books. Such a fascinating world created in this series.
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