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Book SynopsisIn a gripping and stunning science fiction novel, Julian R. Vaca reimagines a 1987 world where memories are as valuable as gold.
Trade Review**One of Book Riot's Books to Add to Your TBR - August 2022** * BookRiot *
**One of Bustle's Most Anticipated Books of August 2022** * Bustle *
**One of SCRIBD's Best Books of August 2022** * SCRIBD *
A clever and empathetic work of speculative fiction that examines the power and fragility of memory, recommended for general purchase. Cinematic writing, teen sleuthing, and a nostalgic setting make this book a great recommendation to fans of Stranger Things. * School Library Journal *
An exciting sci-fi premise with loads of opportunity for world-bending consequences that speak to the loss of privacy and proliferation of data mining that dog us today . . . Vaca capitalizes on opportunities to surprise us. He also creates a rich atmosphere that's dotted with cultural touchstones . . . a heady sci-fi tale with heart. * Nashville Scene *
This speculative YA story is heavy on '80s nostalgia, making it an atmospheric read with elements of adventure and mystery. * SCRIBD *
Vaca . . . tackles real-world issues of racism, capitalism, politics, and the exploitation of youth by those in power . . . The Memory Index actively examines its own reality . . . Vaca's storytelling is immersive, opening with a high-speed car chase reminiscent of something out of a Fast and amp; Furious or Mission Impossible movie. * Chapter 16 *
Vaca's mind-bending, 1987-set debut centers a quartet of teens attempting to uncover the secrets behind Memory Killer, a disease afflicting humankind that renders people unable to retain a large portion of their memories without artificial aid . . . Via expansive worldbuilding and complex characters, Vaca adeptly combines a mysterious disease, corporate malfeasance, a sprinkling of romance, and good old-fashioned teen sleuthing to deliver an absorbing adventure. * Publishers Weekly *
