The Windup Girl, written by Paolo Bacigalupi, is set in a future where bioengineered creatures and plants are used as a source of energy. The story follows a genetically modified woman, Emiko, who is treated as a second-class citizen. As tensions rise between different factions, Emiko becomes a key player in the struggle for power. Bacigalupi's vivid world-building and exploration of bioengineering make The Windup Girl a captivating read.
