The Windup Girl, written by Paolo Bacigalupi, is set in a future where bioengineered organisms are used as a source of energy. The story follows a genetically modified woman, Emiko, who is treated as a slave in a world dominated by corporations. Bacigalupi's vivid descriptions of a bioengineered future, combined with political intrigue and environmental themes, make The Windup Girl a must-read for fans of the genre.
