Perfect: A Thriller That Will Grab You By Your DNA
Written by L.A. Kessler
Narrated by Annalyse McCoy
4/5
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About this audiobook
Sometimes science demands sacrifice...
Perfection.
Juliet Huff’s life depends on it.
She’s never been outside, had friends over, or attended school. She’s also never had a cold, a bruise, or a scrape.
Her parents are researchers, part of the secretive Genesis Foundation, and they have one goal. Utopia. No one will ever lose another child to disease or birth defects. They’ll achieve their goal through cloning perfect children. In order to attract funding, any imperfect subjects are terminated.
As she nears her eighteenth birthday, she discovers she will become the first Genesis child to reach this milestone and will be “preserved” as a permanent record of their work unless she can break free.
But Juliet has a secret. She met someone from the outside world once, the boy from across the street. Escaping her house, she finds Bill Manning all grown up, but time is running out and she must expose the Genesis Foundation…
Because she’ll never be perfect again.
Editor's Note
Genetic Thriller...
In this genetic thriller, Juliet has been kept protected her entire life, not allowed to mar the perfection of her DNA. When she finally begins to question everything, horrific plans come to light, and Juliet has to figure out how to keep herself and her younger sister alive. Kessler’s thriller blends in some young adult and romantic elements for an even more emotional, character-driven read.
L.A. Kessler
L.A. Kessler is the pseudonym of award-winning horror and paranormal romance author Lisa Kessler. She's a two-time San Diego Book Award winner for Best Published Fantasy-Sci-fi-Horror and Best Published Romance. Her books have also won the PRISM award, the Award of Excellence, the National Excellence in Romantic Fiction Award, the Award of Merit from the Holt Medallion, and an International Digital Award for Best Paranormal. Her horror short stories have been published in print anthologies and magazines, and her vampire story, Immortal Beloved, was a finalist for a Bram Stoker award. When she's not writing, Lisa is a professional tarot reader and vocalist. You can learn more at Lisa-Kessler.com
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Readers find this title to be a captivating thriller with unexpected twists and turns. The characters are engaging and lovable, and the storyline unfolds naturally. The book keeps readers glued and is difficult to put down. The audiobook narration is also praised for its velvety voice. While there are a few negative reviews mentioning teen angst and rushed romance, overall, readers are excited for the subsequent releases in the series and can't wait to delve into more books by the author.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Oct 15, 2025
Refreshing story. Can’t wait to read the full trilogy. I am recommending it to you all my coworkers. - Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5
Sep 29, 2025
Nice book, but felt like a YA book, rather than for adults. - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Sep 24, 2025
Very interesting story. I'm looking forward to listening to the books that follow this one. - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Sep 10, 2025
Perfect was an interesting book and kept my attention. I can’t wait to read the next in the trilogy! - Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5
Aug 24, 2025
I liked how original the concept for this book was. Kept me interested, overall it was great. HOWEVER SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER
I desperately want more of the underground from this. There kept being mentions of so much more going on, like the whole town was in on it and I wanted more!! It kind of made me think less of the book once I finished it because it just left so much unanswered, so much more I wanted to know about. - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Aug 13, 2025
Great concept for a story. I listened to it all in one go. Can't wait for the next installment!! - Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5
Aug 11, 2025
Sci-fi, thriller and romance all in one exciting and original story. Draws you in and doesn’t let go! Plot twists and unexpected surprises that will keep you guessing and rooting for the underdogs. Was pleasantly surprised to discover this is book one of a forthcoming trilogy. Excited to discover what new challenges await these characters! - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Jul 30, 2025
Very good book. But the ending makes me think there should be more. But it says I've reached the end of a trilogy. I'm very confused. In reading the other comments I'm confused on why the romance was cringy? They were two teenagers and the worst they did was kiss. They discussed that they had had sex, but they didn't go into all of it like an adult p*** show. - Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5
Jul 21, 2025
It was an easy listen and if you're looking for something to listen to in the background it's great. There was a point in the middle of the book when it got exciting when the twist was revealed but after that it had a few potholes and I felt like it was strange so many characters made it out in 1 piece.
It's still worth a listen though. - Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5
Jul 1, 2025
I loved the story line and the plot. I gave it 4 starts instead of 5 because of the language. I would prefer the book without any cursing. Other than that it was a great book and I’m looking forward to the next book in the series! - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
May 13, 2025
This is an excellent book, although maybe a little bit creepy but I really enjoyed this story - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Apr 26, 2025
Wonderful story! I can't wait to finish the next book in the series. - Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5
Feb 18, 2024
As a lover of sci-fi & dystopian reads, this one just didn’t quite do it for me. Storyline was too far-fetched with some major plot holes that distracted from the story as a whole. An easy and somewhat fun listen, and it held my attention enough to where I wanted to finish it, but I probably won’t be returning for any of the sequels. - Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5
Feb 13, 2024
Like the book and will listen to the rest in the trilogy. Just thought the middle was drug out. - Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5
Nov 29, 2023
The story was well-written, though I did find the concept a little far fetched. I probably won’t listen to the other books in the series but with one did hold my attention. I do wish it was just a normal suspense thriller, instead of one with a sci-fi element. The narration was great! - Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5
Sep 1, 2023
A decent read. Could have used some more plot development. Kind of dropped off at points but entertaining. - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Aug 27, 2023
Such a good book, I listened to this book in one day and can't wait for the second and third ones to come out. That ending was just the right kind of cliffhanger to make people want more. I just discovered this author today and can't wait to delve into more of her books.1 person found this helpful
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Feb 12, 2025
Amazing book. Had me on the edge of my chair! Couldn't stop listening.1 person found this helpful
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Jun 23, 2023
Great book looking forward to the other books in this series2 people found this helpful
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Apr 5, 2023
Wow this book is so good! I will definitely be reading the others!2 people found this helpful
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Jan 1, 2025
Loved this book & the different twists and turns it takes. Ready for the next one.1 person found this helpful
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Dec 27, 2023
This was an excellent book and I can’t wait to read the rest of the trilogy. It is a generally tame thriller but a great book nonetheless.2 people found this helpful
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Dec 16, 2023
After browsing through several titles and listening to the beginning of multiple audiobooks, only to lose interest very quickly, I landed on the “Perfect” thriller. This read is engaging with smooth character development which doesn’t require having to thumb back to previous sections in order to understand who is being discussed. The characters are captivating while also being lovable, and the storyline unfolds naturally with wildly unexpected twists and turns to keep the reader throughly glued. I had to escape the car without my kiddos to finish the last two chapters because I couldn’t press pause. If you like thrillers sprinkled with hopeful and uplifting undertones, this one is a sure bet. The reader of this audiobook also had a very velvety voice, which I consider a plus.2 people found this helpful
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Jul 30, 2023
This book is pretty amazing ! Im hoping it’ll be a Part 2 ?!?!1 person found this helpful
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Jun 1, 2023
I loved it and very interesting plot and ending is quiet good.2 people found this helpful
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5
May 23, 2023
I really enjoyed the storyline and there were some twists I didn't expect at first. Some were predictable but still fun to figure out with the characters. Def a YA novel with the romance aspect but I'll prob still listen to the next one and skip over some of the cringe parts.2 people found this helpful
- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5
Jun 8, 2023
Story had an interesting idea, was enough to keep me captivated and finish the book, maybe I wanted more sci fi, whereas the book leaned more towards adventure and romance. The elements of romance in the book weren't really my thing, made it feel geared more toward YA. Is t be part of a series and tbh I would read it to see if some of my unanswered questions are explored2 people found this helpful
- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5
Aug 1, 2023
this is a perfect book for teenagers. not adult section - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Dec 7, 2023
Excellent page turner. Can't wait for the subsequent releases in this series1 person found this helpful
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
May 16, 2023
Very interesting storyline. The book was well out together. Looking for the next2 people found this helpful
