Spark
Rachael Craw
Walker Books
2015

Spark by Rachael Craw is the first book in a young adult science fiction series set in our world. It explores the idea of genetically engineered humans. Decades ago, the organisation called Affinity decided to create the “perfect soldier” for hire: humans with enhanced capabilities, such as “a soldier stronger than ten men”. Unfortunately, something went wrong, as it always does, and there emerged three types of mutants. The Spark, described as “walking lighterfluid”, are those who “activate” the other two. The Shield, is made to protect the Spark, and the Stray, whose sole purpose is to kill the Spark.  Read more