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On the front cover of my copy of "The Undercurrent" was a sticker that read 'Guaranteed Great Read or Your Money Back'. Sadly, it wasn't a great read. It was an okay read, but there were times when it dragged and became bogged down, especially when the focus was on Angie, Juliette's mother and also the former leader of the Agitators. I found her parts far less interesting that Jules' who was struggling to control the electricity that was humming just belong the surface of her skin, and I found myself skimming them which is never a good sign.

"The Undercurrent" started with a bang but with so many characters and subplots involving military secrets, large corporations, activists, bio-technology and human experimentation, it was difficult to follow at times. However, there were enough twists and turns to keep me guessing who could be trusted.

I found myself rolling my eyes when Jules rescued her mother near the end. I had a feeling of dread when I guessed what might happen, but I kept telling myself, surely not. But no, it did happen and I was left sharing my head. I mean . . . really!!!???? It was just too convenient and trite to even be taken seriously. Overall, an interesting concept, but a fairly mediocre plot. ( )