Borne, written by Jeff VanderMeer, is a captivating science fiction novel set in a post-apocalyptic world where bioengineering has gone awry. The story follows Rachel, a scavenger who discovers a mysterious creature named Borne amidst the ruins of a biotech company. As Rachel forms a bond with Borne, she unravels the secrets of his origin and the dark experiments that led to his creation. VanderMeer's imaginative storytelling and richly detailed world-building make Borne a compelling read for fans of bioengineering and science fiction.