Reboot

In a post-apocalyptic Texas, humans who die can mysteriously return to life as Reboots - stronger, faster, and less emotional versions of themselves. Seventeen-year-old Wren 178 died and remained dead for 178 minutes before rebooting, making her one of the deadliest and most efficient soldiers in the Human Advancement and Repopulation Corporation (HARC). As a trainer for new Reboots, Wren meets Callum 22, a recruit who challenges her understanding of what Reboots can be. His shorter death time means he retains more of his humanity, leading Wren to question everything she knows about her role and existence. The story follows Wren's mission to break free from HARC's control while protecting those she cares about. Her growing relationship with Callum forces her to confront whether she truly is as emotionless as she believes. This dystopian novel explores themes of humanity, free will, and the true nature of emotion through the lens of a society that treats its resurrected citizens as weapons rather than people.

Readers found this YA sci-fi romance offers a fresh take on zombies, with many appreciating the action-packed plot and romantic tension between Wren and Callum. The fast pace and unique premise of zombies as government soldiers resonated with fans of both horror and romance genres. Liked: - Strong female protagonist who isn't overly emotional - Balance of action and romance - Quick pacing without dragging scenes - Original zombie concept Disliked: - Predictable romance elements - Some found the worldbuilding lacking depth - Character development felt rushed for supporting cast - Romance overshadowed the sci-fi premise Ratings: Goodreads: 3.9/5 (31,000+ ratings) Amazon: 4.3/5 (300+ reviews) Barnes & Noble: 4.2/5 (90+ reviews) "A perfect blend of zombie action and swoony romance" - Goodreads reviewer "The science behind the zombies needed more explanation" - Amazon reviewer "Wren's character growth kept me invested" - Barnes & Noble reviewer

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🔄 Reboots in the novel draw inspiration from real scientific research about cellular death, where different types of cells can remain viable for varying lengths of time after clinical death occurs. ⚜️ The Republic of Texas setting mirrors actual historical events - Texas was once an independent republic from 1836 to 1846 before joining the United States. 💉 Author Amy Tintera wrote "Reboot" while working as a recruiter in the tech industry, often writing during her lunch breaks and after work hours. 🧬 The concept of humans becoming less emotional after death aligns with studies showing that damage to certain brain areas, particularly the amygdala, can reduce emotional responses. 🎬 The film rights to "Reboot" were optioned by Fox, with "Divergent" producer Pouya Shahbazian attached to the project, though it hasn't yet been produced.