In “Biome Whispers,” readers are plunged into a fascinating world where the invisible becomes audible. Aria, a young microbiologist with an extraordinary gift, can hear the whispers of microorganisms, opening up a realm of microscopic marvels. When a mysterious illness threatens to upset the delicate balance of the human microbiome, Aria's unique ability thrusts her into a thrilling adventure through the body's hidden ecosystem.

As Aria navigates through bustling bacterial cities and fungal forests, she uncovers a sinister plot that could forever alter humanity's relationship with its microbial partners. Joined by an unlikely duo — a rogue probiotic engineer and a sentient gut bacterium — she races against time to prevent a microscopic war with potentially catastrophic consequences.

This urban fantasy blends cutting-edge science with imaginative storytelling, offering young adults a unique perspective on the intricate world within us and challenging our understanding of what it truly means to be human in a microbial world.

Willa Zane