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

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

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How does "Chloe The Clone" by William E. Mason explore the ethics of cloning?
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I would say it doesn't really do justice to the matter but rather considers and expresses it in its way.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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