This novella was first published in 2005 and republished in 2019.

The story is built on the premise of a scientist and neurosurgeon planning to transfer the brain of a brilliant dying scientist to a young homeless boy so his work can be continued "for the good of all humanity". Not only does he get to continue his work but he get to learn what people really though of him. The story reminded me very much of something that might be written by Poe. It contains many elements of horror.

It is well written. The plot well paced. The characters are well rounded and seem real. It held my attention and it was a good and satisfying read. I would recommend this novella to anyone who enjoys science fiction or horror.

Thank you to netgalley, the author and the publisher for sending me this ARC

I'm a little old for this one, but would probably be enjoyed by a younger crowd. The book has been out a while and has lots of ratings already, so I'll those ratings speak for themselves.

Thanks very much for the review copy!!

Unfortunately this book was a miss for me. I enjoyed the story but feel it was rushed and the characters rambling explanations pulled me out of the story.

I found this story a bit weird and more on the speculative side than I expected.
It's full of food for thought and it was an interesting read.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.

There is a fine line between scientific geniuses and mad scientists. Usually it is intent, but a villain is still the hero in their own story. Wakely focuses more on the ethical and philosophical terrains of a scientific pioneer rather than a characterization or a tale of malfeasance. Not quite as slick or heartwarming as Flowers of Algernon, but you do find yourself caught up in the story and continually questioning the motives of his unethical genius with righteous anger: just because you can do something, doesn't mean you should.

Recommended for readers who enjoyed: Never Let Me Go, Elefant, Anyone

Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for the reading copy.