Republic Under Siege: Threat from Within

Michael J. Brooks

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In the second book of this adult science-fiction series, a defiant colony immigrant ostracized by planet Eden's rigid class system joins a clandestine resistance, and she sets out to recruit Randal Scott into their secret war against murderous extremists determined to preserve the status quo.

What is the journey of a lottery beneficiary, a colony immigrant, like? What happens when an immigrant is transplanted on Eden, the utopian motherworld of humanity's intergalactic republic, with hopes and dreams only to find themselves still marginalized by a class system? Akane Sugimori, a nineteen-year-old immigrant, found out, suffering through one tragedy after another.

Akane fortunately survived the hardships of Eden's class system and now attempts to recruit Randal Scott, one of the colonies' liberators, into a social-justice organization fighting for immigrant equality. Randy seems to be the perfect prospect, now finding himself a pariah among his brothers and sisters-in-arms since siding with the Coalition and taking part in the Battle of the Quad. But Randy discovers there's more to this organization than meets the eye, as he becomes entangled in a violent shadow war that may have a seismic impact on the New Humanity's future.

Book Details

Publisher: Creative-Visionary Works
Publish Date: Mar 3rd, 2023
Pages: 358
Language: English
Edition: undefined - undefined
Dimensions: 9.00in - 6.00in - 0.74in - 1.05lb
EAN: 9781737929345
Categories: • Science Fiction - Action & Adventure• Science Fiction - Military

About the Author

Brooks, Michael J.: - Michael J. Brooks holds a BA in Art and an MFA. Exploration of social issues, unpredictable plot twists, and vivid action and adventure are the crux of his adult science-fiction novels. He is a fan of the works of W.C. Bauers, William C. Dietz, N.E. Davenport, Larry Correia, Django Wexler, Nicholas Sansbury Smith, Richard Baker, and others. Dedicated to being the best wordsmith possible, his goal is to deliver absolute quality and a fun, well-written adventure. When not writing, he enjoys reading comic books, watching Netflix, and reading sci-fi and fantasy books.

Dewindt, Xyana And Leilani: - Xyana and Leilani Dewindt are two creative sisters who recently graduated from the University of California, San Diego. Xyana has a B.S. in Cognitive Science with ample experience in academic research and editing journal articles. Additionally, Xyana is specialized in unique product, studio, and lifestyle photography. Leilani has a B.A. in Literature/Writing and is specialized in editing fiction and non-fiction novels, journal articles, and admission essays. She has been editing such works for the past four years and was an editor for UCSD's literature magazine.

Jansson, Ida: - Ida Jansson has been working with authors and publishing houses since 2010, designing covers, book interiors, websites and all sorts of promotional materials. Ida works under the company name Amygdala Design. She also has a background in Biomedical Science and Psychology with special interest in the brain.

Praise for this book

"Republic Under Siege: Threat from Within presents a riveting science-fiction thriller full of action and mystery as well as a moving examination of social justice through Akane Sugimori's compelling story. Michael J. Brooks invites readers to consider the intricacies of oppression in a futuristic society by deftly navigating topics of resistance, identity, and discrimination. This entry in the Wars of the New Humanity series makes a lasting impression with its complex characters and thought-provoking plot, solidifying its status as a must-read for readers of the genre."

-The Reading Life Blog

"The second book in the sci-fi series Wars of the New Humanity combines elements of thriller, social inspection, and sci-fi to produce a riveting, refreshingly original story . . . packed with moment-by-moment reactions to pain, surprising twists and turns, and journeys towards healing and revised destinies. Libraries seeking solid sci-fi replete with social and psychological inspections that move from the aftermath of world-changing war into the motives and experiences of young people who would forge new lives and worlds will find the social inspections in Republic Under Siege: Threat from Within compelling. It will attract a wide age range, from young adult to adult readers."

-D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review

"Memorable characters, passionate prose, riveting action, graphic combat scenes, and steamy romance make this technothriller a standout read for new adult audiences. Brooks deftly explores social justice themes related to misogyny, racism, classism, and the balance between revolutionary ideals and maintaining functioning governmental systems while keeping his audience thoroughly entertained with the characters' intertwined conflicts, romantic liaisons, and destinies."

-Kate Robinson, The US Review of Books

"Brooks's prose serves the story well, with action scenes powerfully resonating on the page. Interesting questions as to what makes actions that bring about change morally right or wrong are delved into, adding an interesting twist to this sci-fi dystopian tale."

-The BookLife Prize, 2022

"Thoroughly captivating, ingenious, and full of heart-pounding tension. Brooks has created a richly imagined world . . . The riveting storyline, plus plenty of jaw-dropping action scenes, keep readers on the edge of their seats. Solid and addictive; a SF thriller done right."

-The Prairies Book Review

"Michael J. Brooks is a show and tell writer, which I could see right from the beginning of the story, as the scenes were so vivid. Through this story, Michael J. Brooks reminds us that there are consequences to the choices we make and that we can fit in somewhere, no matter who we are or where we come from."

-LitPick

"The writer [Michael J. Brooks] excels in describing the resilience of the oppressed. Republic Under Siege: Threat from Within is one of the best sci-thrillers that I have read. It is a well-written and awesome book full of action and unpredictability. I recommend others to buy a copy."

-LitPick

"It [the book] was an action-packed entertainer till the end."

-Fangirling Over Frappes, a Reedsy Discovery reviewer

AWARDS:

Awarded 5 stars from the LitPick community