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The One

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016

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John Marrs

The One

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

405

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The One by John Marrs follows five main characters as they navigate the implications of a revolutionary technology from Match Your DNA, a company that claims to identify one's soulmate through DNA matching. The interconnected stories dive into the lives of Mandy, Christopher, Jade, Nick, and Ellie, each discovering different, often unexpected and complex, outcomes of finding their supposed perfect Match.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Romantic

Dark

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

4.2

242,247 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The One by John Marrs captivates with its intriguing premise of finding one's soulmate through DNA matching, offering numerous twists and a fast pace that keeps readers engaged. However, some readers feel the multiple perspectives can be overwhelming, and character development occasionally falls short. Overall, it's a compelling page-turner that explores modern love and relationships.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The One?

Fans of thrilling, speculative fiction with a romantic twist will revel in John Marrs' The One. Ideal for readers who enjoyed The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood or The Girl Before by J.P. Delaney, this novel explores the consequences of finding your perfect genetic match in a near-future society.

4.2

242,247 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

405

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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