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This is a discussion topic for the April 2025 Book of the Month, "Chloe The Clone" by William E. Mason

How does "Chloe The Clone" by William E. Mason explore the ethics of cloning?

I would say it doesn't really do justice to the matter but rather considers and expresses it in its way.

Chloe The Clone” explores the ethics of cloning by showing what happens when a clone, created just for organ harvesting, turns out to be fully aware and capable of emotion. It raises tough questions like whether it’s right to create life only to destroy it, and whether clones should have rights if they can think and feel. Through Chloe’s story, the book challenges the idea of using science without considering the moral consequences.

I believe Chloe's story raises the questions about cloning that we all have: Is it okay to create life? The book raises all these questions but doesn´t give a definitive answer, making the reader reflect on these topics.

Joe Alex 2 wrote: ↑04 Apr 2025, 10:10 Chloe The Clone” explores the ethics of cloning by showing what happens when a clone, created just for organ harvesting, turns out to be fully aware and capable of emotion. It raises tough questions like whether it’s right to create life only to destroy it, and whether clones should have rights if they can think and feel. Through Chloe’s story, the book challenges the idea of using science without considering the moral consequences.

I read its sample, and I agreed with your words.

The book portrays the cloning aspect in a way that creates a moral conflict in readers' mind. It's spark thoughts about the creation of clones. If they can think and feel, then is it okay to destroys them after using them? There's no clear answer of this question, it's left for the readers to contemplate.

Chloe The Clone by William E. Mason delves into the ethical complexities of cloning by portraying a sentient clone, Chloe, created solely to provide a heart transplant for Sam Turner, a dying man. As Sam discovers Chloe’s humanity, he grapples with the moral implications of sacrificing her life for his own survival. The narrative challenges readers to consider the boundaries of scientific advancement and the intrinsic value of individual life, prompting reflection on what it truly means to be human.

The book portrays the issue of cloning in a morally challenging way. While some people would view clones as less than human and created for a purpose, the question also arises about what if they are more. That aspect of science sure scares me and I do not think we need to alter the natural course of creation in such way.

I just finished the novel. There are various points of view that show the ethical and moral issues surrounding human cloning, from Sam's need for a heart transplant to Andropov the ruthless businessman who would just kill Chloe to avoid legal problems. There's not much coverage of the political ramifications, as the author just mentions the law about cloning and how it changed. The clear choice was to develop the story following people directly involved with the clone to see the law's practical consequences.