In Donors by A.B. Ruiz, Pacific West Labs is ahead of its peers in the growth of organs in biological hosts, which has revolutionized human life and longevity. Their donor program stabilized the decay of grown cells, extending the organs’ lifespan. Steve Carvey is their current CEO. Steve considers himself a social celebrity and the face of Pacific West Labs. He is willing to do anything to retain his power. Dr. Joseph is the lead scientist at the company, and once he joined them, he made the company the leader in organ reproduction. Joseph is highly focused on scientific advancements and rarely questions other company dimensions. Joseph also has two friends, Henry and Devon. Through them, he meets a woman he likes called Mia. As things unfold, Pacific West Labs is also approached by the government. It wants the company to work on a project that will advance the donors into conscious beings who will fight for their interests. Can this be achieved?

Donors by A.B. Ruiz expertly addresses some of the ethical dilemmas faced today. As a medic, it reminded me of my ethics classes, where we discussed topics such as the use of stem cell technology and gene editing, along with their moral implications. This thought-provoking work gets one thinking about why it is necessary to consider other impacts on society, even as we strive for the highest human potential in fields such as medicine, robotics, and AI. Other themes covered that will resonate with readers include how the media can be used negatively to sway public opinion and why we should question everything, even what has already been accepted as the norm. The characters are well-developed, and I loved the vivid descriptions of events, which helped create a mental picture of what was happening. The reader will also appreciate the wonderful narration and the flawless flow of the plotline, which ensures no room for confusion. I look forward to reading more by A.B. Ruiz.

Donors by A.B. Ruiz explores the consequences of scientific innovations that go too far. Dr. Joseph Murray is a modest yet brilliant lead scientist at Pacific West Labs (PWL). His primary project focuses on perfecting organ donors to enhance and prolong human life. This work enables PWL to develop superior organs that are free from disease or deformities and compatible with any blood type, significantly reducing the risks of organ failure or rejection. However, PWL also attracts the attention of a greedy and dangerous general. What began as a life-saving program evolves into a power struggle of monumental proportions. Caught between groundbreaking scientific discoveries and a moral dilemma, will Dr. Murray find the answers he has long been seeking?

A.B. Ruiz captivates readers with a blend of science fiction and suspense. Donors takes you on a journey filled with "what ifs," exploring endless possibilities within the realm of genetic engineering. You'll encounter well-developed characters who are willing to push moral boundaries, leading the author to introduce plot twists that keep you engaged until the very end. As the story progresses, the characters evolve, but their true complexity is revealed only in the final moments when the truth comes to light. A.B. Ruiz skillfully guides readers through a maze of hidden identities, motives, and connections, intensifying the suspense as each layer of deceit is uncovered. I highly recommend this novel to anyone who enjoys an intriguing conspiracy thriller that keeps them guessing. I will be looking for more books by this author.

The Donor program cannot guarantee immortality, but with brand-new organs to replace failing ones, longevity on a scale never imagined before has gradually become the norm. Some people do not like this, while others, who have enough money to afford the exorbitant prices for Pacific West Labs upgrades, rush to get it. Behind the media buzz, Joseph Murray, the scientist behind the program, continues to refine his evolutionary creation. With Steve Carvey, PWL's chief executive, making public promises of even more fantastic innovations on the horizon, Joseph knows he is working against the clock. The reclusive scientist does not realize just how deeply the government has taken an interest in his activities until an ambitious military general takes matters into his hands with unimaginable consequences. Now he must take a side in a deadly battle for control in A.B. Ruiz's Donors.

In Donors, A.B. Ruiz uses a blend of investigative storytelling and a gradually intensifying pace to draw readers in. Steve Carvey's intriguing interview session explains the origins of PWL's Donor program, filling in key details on how humanity evolved to that critical point. This clever approach seamlessly blends world-building with subtle character development, immersing readers in the adventure from the very first chapter and making it easier for them to understand Joseph's unconventional approach to problem-solving. The General's compelling motives for wanting to harness PWL's research will appeal to science fiction fans and add a realistic touch. The dialogue shifts from science-focused banter about how Joseph and his superiors manage the Donor program to conversations about his social habits among his friends. Ruiz strategically inserts questions about the ethics of the Donor process whenever Joseph engages in his bouts of soliloquy, drawing the reader into forming their own conclusions. Ruiz complements the science with vivid action sequences involving snipers and hand-to-hand combat, satisfying action fans. Donors is a thought-provoking story that leaves readers questioning how much of it is already unfolding in the real world.

Donors by A.B. Ruiz follows Dr. Joseph Murray, a biophysicist at Pacific West Labs (PWL), who plays a central role in developing advanced, biologically engineered bodies called Donors. Originally framed as unconscious organ vessels, the Donors begin to show signs of sentience, sparking Joseph’s ethical doubts. As military interest intensifies, General Harker pressures CEO Steve Carvey to militarize the Donors as super soldiers. Joseph secretly investigates anomalous data, discovers growing consciousness in the Donors, and is eventually extracted from PWL by two covert operatives, Mia and Adam. As the general seizes the company, detains Carvey, and accelerates the Donor program, Joseph goes into hiding. Now a fugitive, Joseph realizes he is central to a larger conflict between corporate, military, and underground forces fighting over the future of human-engineered life.

Donors by A.B. Ruiz is a brilliantly creative work with a premise that is remarkably fresh and original. The writing is sharp and effective, comfortably alternating between past and present to unfold the story in a way that never feels forced. Ruiz's "Then vs. Now" transitions are executed with an impressive degree of polish and are a powerful vehicle for revealing backstory and motivations. Ruiz’s characters run the gamut in multiple angles with regard to ethically charged scientific breakthroughs and covert operations, all with a realism that makes their choices immediate and consequential. Scenes such as Joseph’s quiet anxiety over Mia’s unexpected visit or Eve and Adam’s precise, unsanctioned actions lean into how purpose and secrecy drive the plot forward. Ruiz's overall writing technique lends itself to an already groundbreaking plot centered on technology, secrecy, and identity. Very highly recommended.