Oryx and Crake, written by Margaret Atwood, is a gripping science fiction novel set in a dystopian future where bioengineering has run amok. The story follows the life of Jimmy, also known as Snowman, who is one of the few remaining humans in a world devastated by genetic experimentation. Atwood's vivid imagination and masterful storytelling create a hauntingly realistic world where genetically modified creatures and bioengineered diseases threaten the survival of humanity. This book is a thrilling exploration of the ethical implications of bioengineering and its potential consequences.