The Terraformers by Analee Newitz is a captivating science fiction novel set in a future where humanity has embarked on a ambitious project to terraform Venus. The story follows a diverse cast of characters, including scientists, engineers, and even a genetically engineered "bio-engineered" alien, as they navigate the challenges and ethical dilemmas of transforming a hostile planet into a habitable world.

With vivid descriptions of alien ecosystems and thought-provoking explorations of humanity's relationship with technology and nature, The Terraformers offers a thrilling and imaginative vision of the future.