Primer

Discover the thrilling world of *Primer*, a fast-paced young adult novel that intertwines art, science, and mystery. Follow the journey of Ashley Rayburn, a resilient girl navigating her turbulent past shaped by her criminal father. Struggling to find her place, Ashley faces the reality of life in foster care, constantly challenged by social workers due to the chaos that seems to follow her. In this captivating trade paperback (UK) edition published by RANDOM HOUSE US in 2020, readers will be drawn into a narrative where Ashley becomes involved with a secret government project tied to body paints granting extraordinary powers. Crafted with detailed characters and a compelling plot, *Primer* is not just a story about overcoming adversity; it's an exploration of how art relates to identity and power. With 160 pages filled with suspense and unexpected twists, this book is perfect for young adult readers seeking adventure. Whether you're a fan of contemporary fiction or looking for a unique twist on the superhero genre, *Primer* captivates with its rich themes and relatable struggles. This essential read is now available with FREE shipping to enhance your reading experience. Please note that combined shipping for additional products is not available with this item, and processing may take up to 10 days. Grab your copy today and dive into a world where creativity meets power!

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781401296575
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2020
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Pages: 160


Description:
Ashley Rayburn is an upbeat girl with a decidedly downbeat past. Her father is a known criminal who once used Ashley to help him elude justice, and in his attempt to escape, a life was taken. He now sits in federal prison, but still casts a shadow over Ashley's life. In the meantime, Ashley has bounced from foster home to foster home and represents a real challenge to the social workers who try to help her--not because she's inherently bad, but because trouble always seems to find her.

Ashley's latest set of presumably short-term foster parents are Kitch and Yuka Nolan. Like Ashley, Kitch happens to be an artist. Yuka, on the other hand, is a geneticist working for a very high-level tech company, one that's contracted out to work for the government and the military. And it's Yuka's latest top secret project that has her very concerned. Developed for the military, it's a set of body paints that, when applied to the wearer, grant them a wide range of special powers. Fearful that this invention will be misused, Yuka sneaks the set of paints home, substituting a dummy suitcase with an ordinary set of paints in their place.

From here, signals get crossed. Ashley comes home from school one day with her new friend Luke and, thinking that the Nolans have purchased a surprise gift for her upcoming birthday, finds the set of paints. Being an artist, Ashley naturally assumes these are for her. It isn't long before she realizes that she's stumbled upon something much bigger and a lot more dangerous. Although she uses her newly d

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