Bruce Sterling’s science fiction book “Holy Fire” transports the reader to a futuristic world where drastic life extension is conceivable. The main character of the story is 94-year-old Mia Ziemann, who restores her youth following a revolutionary treatment. She rediscovers the “holy fire” of love and creativity when she escapes the confines of society. This book is thought-provoking to read because Sterling examines identity, rejuvenation, and societal conventions.