🩸 Horror Fiction

Project Utopia: A New World Order (novella)

✍️ Pam McElprang
Reader Score
4.4
(1 review)
$7.99
In stock — ready to ship Ships in 1–2 business days
📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

A bioengineer unknowingly creates a world-ending tool in a dystopian 2075.

The novella examines the consequences of unchecked scientific ambition within a fractured society. Dr. Samantha Hargrove operates as a central figure in this future landscape. Her work on Project Utopia involves creating biochips intended to reshape human existence. The setting features a One World Order that relies on clones for labor. Originals function within this structure as the chosen elite. The narrative highlights the stark contrast between the perceived benefits of the project and its hidden dangers. McElprang constructs a world where biological modification dictates social status. The plot centers on the irony of Dr. Hargrove’s ignorance regarding the catastrophic potential of her creation. This angle emphasizes the personal cost of professional hubris in a high-stakes environment.

Key Themes
dystopian future bioengineering ethics social stratification
Literary Context

The story is set in 2075, depicting a post-war world governed by the One World Order. It reflects contemporary anxieties about genetic technology and societal inequality through the lens of science fiction.

Difficulty
● Easy
Recommended For Fans Of
Philip K. Dick · Margaret Atwood · H.P. Lovecraft · George Orwell
🩸
Horror Fiction
🏛 Createspace Independent Publishing Platform 📅 2014 📖 114 pages 🌐 English 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9781500816667

📝 Description: Project Utopia: A New World Order (novella)

Pam McElprang presents a dystopian novella set in the year 2075. The narrative follows Dr. Samantha Hargrove, a prominent bioengineer working on Project Utopia. This initiative aims to implant biochips that will alter humanity. The story unfolds in a world ravaged by war, where society is divided into Originals and clones. Clones serve as the labor force for the One World Order. Being selected as an Original is viewed as a significant opportunity for underprivileged families. Dr. Hargrove believes her life is good and her work is beneficial. She remains unaware that her project holds the potential to destroy the world. The text explores themes of bioengineering, social stratification, and technological control. It draws on science fiction traditions regarding dystopian futures and genetic manipulation. The novella is organized as a linear narrative focusing on Dr. Hargrove's professional and personal stakes. This book suits readers interested in speculative fiction and ethical dilemmas surrounding technology. It may not appeal to those seeking historical non-fiction or romantic narratives.

💎 Our verdict on Project Utopia: A New World Order (novella)

“
🩸
Horror Reads editorial team
Horror desk
McElprang constructs a tense atmosphere where the horror lies not in gore, but in the inevitability of systemic collapse driven by ignorance. The novella effectively utilizes the dystopian setting to highlight the stark contrast between elite privilege and labor exploitation. By focusing on Dr. Hargrove’s unawareness, the text creates a palpable sense of dread regarding the consequences of unchecked power. This approach suits readers who prefer intellectual horror over visceral scares. The linear narrative ensures that the ethical dilemmas remain the central focus. It is an ideal choice for those seeking a concise, thought-provoking examination of technological control and its potential to destroy humanity from within.
✓ EDITOR'S REVIEW

📖 Why choose it

📖

Why this book is worth reading

Readers interested in the intersection of bioengineering ethics and social stratification will find this novella compelling. It offers a focused exploration of professional hubris within a fractured, clone-dependent society. The narrative appeals to those who enjoy examining the personal costs of unchecked scientific ambition. It provides a concise look at how biological modification dictates status in a high-stakes environment. Fans of psychological horror that stems from technological failure will appreciate the tension between perceived benefits and hidden dangers. The story serves as a cautionary tale for audiences concerned with the ethical implications of genetic manipulation and the potential for catastrophic oversight in scientific endeavors.

⭐ Reader reviews

The starting rating comes from the team Horror Reads —

Reader rating

4.4
Based on 1 reviews
5
0
4
1
3
0
2
0
1
0
H
Horror Reads editorial team

McElprang constructs a tense atmosphere where the horror lies not in gore, but in the inevitability of systemic collapse driven by ignorance. The novella effectively utilizes the dystopian setting to highlight the stark contrast between elite privilege and labor exploitation. By focusing on Dr. Hargrove’s unawareness, the text creates a palpable sense of dread regarding the consequences of unchecked power. This approach suits readers who prefer intellectual horror over visceral scares. The linear narrative ensures that the ethical dilemmas remain the central focus. It is an ideal choice for those seeking a concise, thought-provoking examination of technological control and its potential to destroy humanity from within.

🏛 Books from this publisher Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Memento Mori
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.5
Paul Holbrook
Memento Mori
$13.94
78
Read →
Mona Livelong: Paranormal Detective II: The Case of The Powerless Witch
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.5
Quinton Veal
Mona Livelong: Paranormal Detective II: The Case of The Powerless Witch
$12.00
78
Read →
The Manitou
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.5
Jessie Cox
The Manitou
$10.50
78
Read →
The Phantom of the Opera
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.5
Alexander Teixeira De Mattos
The Phantom of the Opera
$17.00
81
Read →
The Trial
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.5
David Wyllie
The Trial
$10.25
81
Read →
Prey Until Dawn
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.5
Daryn Guarino
Prey Until Dawn
$50.00
78
Read →

You might also like

See more →
Other People's Darkness: And Other Stories ✨ New
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.6
1
Nicholas Vince
Other People's Darkness: And Other Stories
$7.99
86
Read →
Legacy ✨ New
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.6
1
Michael Noe
Legacy
$7.99
86
Read →
First There Wasn't, Then There Was ✨ New
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.6
1
Troy A Blackford
First There Wasn't, Then There Was
$7.99
86
Read →
The Giving of Things Cold & Cursed: A Baker Johnson Tale ✨ New
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.6
1
Terry M West
The Giving of Things Cold & Cursed: A Baker Johnson Tale
$7.99
86
Read →
The Works of Edgar Allan Poe Volume 2 ✨ New
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.6
1
Edgar Allan Poe
The Works of Edgar Allan Poe Volume 2
$7.99
86
Read →
House of Bad Dreams ✨ New
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.6
1
Kenneth Kohl
House of Bad Dreams
$7.99
86
Read →

Have a question about this item?

Ask about the edition, condition, delivery or anything else — we reply by email or phone, usually within a day.

Home Genres
Cart
Wishlist