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Tier Trilogy #3
Tier 3
The truth set them free. But if they don’t return, their society is doomed to repeat its past corruption.
Kate and Eric are elated with their reunion. But exiled in Tier 3, they barely have enough for themselves and their children to survive. And when they discover a heartbreaking group of abandoned kids, they realize they must restore justice to all three Tiers.
Enduring an arduous journey across the wilds, the couple risks everything to inform the people. But with a revolution already brewing in Tier 2, their world may descend into chaos before they have a chance to save it.
Can Kate and Eric create lasting change to a system built on segregation?
Tier 3 is the third and final book in the page-turning Tier science fiction trilogy. If you like fighting for equality, underdog protagonists, and surprising allies, then you’ll love Cindy Gunderson’s thrilling finale.
Read Tier 3 to finish the struggle today!
Kate and Eric are elated with their reunion. But exiled in Tier 3, they barely have enough for themselves and their children to survive. And when they discover a heartbreaking group of abandoned kids, they realize they must restore justice to all three Tiers.
Enduring an arduous journey across the wilds, the couple risks everything to inform the people. But with a revolution already brewing in Tier 2, their world may descend into chaos before they have a chance to save it.
Can Kate and Eric create lasting change to a system built on segregation?
Tier 3 is the third and final book in the page-turning Tier science fiction trilogy. If you like fighting for equality, underdog protagonists, and surprising allies, then you’ll love Cindy Gunderson’s thrilling finale.
Read Tier 3 to finish the struggle today!
- GenresDystopia
328 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 1, 2023
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June 30, 2020
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The Value of a Star: Ratings Explained
Well now, here’s an unexpectedly unique take on dystopian future scyfy—and oddly (unintentionally) timely for this crazy year of 2020.
The set up: The world wasn’t ready when the virus came. Our selfish, me-first culture left the survivors with limited resources and a polluted world. There was one blessing the technology of the past left behind: DNA. Those companies that collect your DNA to reveal your heritage? That data all stuck around. In the new-post virus world of limited resources, it was decided that since we could determine who was most viable based on their DNA—who was least likely to get sick, who was most likely to be able to manage through change, stuff like that—we could then allocate resources to those who would be most likely to benefit first, then pass the excess down the line. All in the name of giving humans the best chance to survive.
Tier 1, you got what you needed because you were the best hope for survival. Your job is to mate with the optimal DNA match to strengthen our gene pool. How very Nazi-ish.
Tier 2, you got whatever Tier 1 didn’t need, and your job was to provide for Tier 1.
Tier 3, you are the least viable. You get the leftovers.
Sounds bleak, right?
Yep.
This certainly isn’t a future I want to be a part of, and that made the Tier Trilogy a terrific cautionary tale!
This is a series driven by its story. I found the foundational premise of a society built on fact-based science fascinating—and honestly all too plausible. So much of it was uncomfortable to read because I could see flashes of thought that exists in our world, and as much as I hated what the main characters had to go through, the story demanded I keep reading to discover the resolution. The unsatisfying and heart-breaking endings of books one and two promised a satisfying resolution that finally came, but not until the very end of book three.
I appreciated that there was no violence or language. The husband and wife were, um…very, in love. All the time. But everything stayed PG, and I can recommend the Tier Trilogy for ages 12 and up content-wise, but likely best for advanced 14 and up considering topics and pacing.
Happy Reading!
The Value of a Star: Ratings Explained
Well now, here’s an unexpectedly unique take on dystopian future scyfy—and oddly (unintentionally) timely for this crazy year of 2020.
The set up: The world wasn’t ready when the virus came. Our selfish, me-first culture left the survivors with limited resources and a polluted world. There was one blessing the technology of the past left behind: DNA. Those companies that collect your DNA to reveal your heritage? That data all stuck around. In the new-post virus world of limited resources, it was decided that since we could determine who was most viable based on their DNA—who was least likely to get sick, who was most likely to be able to manage through change, stuff like that—we could then allocate resources to those who would be most likely to benefit first, then pass the excess down the line. All in the name of giving humans the best chance to survive.
Tier 1, you got what you needed because you were the best hope for survival. Your job is to mate with the optimal DNA match to strengthen our gene pool. How very Nazi-ish.
Tier 2, you got whatever Tier 1 didn’t need, and your job was to provide for Tier 1.
Tier 3, you are the least viable. You get the leftovers.
Sounds bleak, right?
Yep.
This certainly isn’t a future I want to be a part of, and that made the Tier Trilogy a terrific cautionary tale!
This is a series driven by its story. I found the foundational premise of a society built on fact-based science fascinating—and honestly all too plausible. So much of it was uncomfortable to read because I could see flashes of thought that exists in our world, and as much as I hated what the main characters had to go through, the story demanded I keep reading to discover the resolution. The unsatisfying and heart-breaking endings of books one and two promised a satisfying resolution that finally came, but not until the very end of book three.
I appreciated that there was no violence or language. The husband and wife were, um…very, in love. All the time. But everything stayed PG, and I can recommend the Tier Trilogy for ages 12 and up content-wise, but likely best for advanced 14 and up considering topics and pacing.
Happy Reading!
March 25, 2020
LOVED finishing this series and was inspired by the characters’ strengths and insights. I loved getting to know each character and what they added in a web of society and felt enriched & privileged to join them throughout this awesome series! Would highly recommend this series!! I had to wait in line to read the books as my teenagers called first dibs on each book! 😂
April 8, 2020
Amazing finale!
I loved all the messages, characters in the whole story from Tier 1 to Tier 3. A lot of it resonated with me from the message of how an individual can impact society and the choices we individually make to improve the world within our sphere of influence. Each one of her books were very unique, creative and entertaining! Tier 3 had a satisfying, conclusive ending.
I am very sad to say goodbye to the Tier books but look forward to Cindy Gunderson’s new work.
I loved all the messages, characters in the whole story from Tier 1 to Tier 3. A lot of it resonated with me from the message of how an individual can impact society and the choices we individually make to improve the world within our sphere of influence. Each one of her books were very unique, creative and entertaining! Tier 3 had a satisfying, conclusive ending.
I am very sad to say goodbye to the Tier books but look forward to Cindy Gunderson’s new work.
June 10, 2021
This last book in the Tier Series took me on a roller coaster of emotions. Happiness one second, the next I am so sad, then again happy. Tho I will always wonder what was in that last notebook, I am happy with how the series ended. My heart will always stay a bit with this series. Cindy has an amazing talent, her books are engaging, and you will feel something in each one.
I'm giving nothing away, but if you read/listened to Tier 1 and Tier 2, finish this journey, NOW!!
I'm giving nothing away, but if you read/listened to Tier 1 and Tier 2, finish this journey, NOW!!
July 9, 2020
Tier 3: Book 3 in the Tier Trilogy. I really enjoyed this story. It is wonderful to read how Kate and Eric break away from a corrupt society, build a new life and find the wisdom, strength and courage to fight against the corrupt system. It is a hard warming story that makes you think about the things that are currently going on in our world. The only pity is that the series is ready because I would like to read how everyone is doing now.
January 3, 2021
This was definitely the best book of the series. We got a peek into the idyllic life that Kate and Eric were able to live while they have been banned from the society that they grew up in. From having to manage kids and resources in the woods to having to manage a group set on revolution, we can see the impact that people can have on those around them.
This book was excellently written and kept me engaged throughout.
This book was excellently written and kept me engaged throughout.
July 7, 2020
Fantastic conclusion to the trilogy. There were some tough losses, surprise twists, and some resolution. Just love the characters so much
August 23, 2020
Great series. Tier 3 was the best. I could not put it down, read from cover to cover in one setting.
February 15, 2025
Hmmm
A disappointing, although hopeful, end to this trilogy.
Kate & Eric are together again, with both their boys and all their memories intact. They are living out their lives idyllically in the former tier 3 territory. At least, everything seems idyllic until they think about the boys’ futures.
Then they come across others living in tier 3. How is it that these children have been fending for themselves? As Kate & Eric expand their household, they think about how to reintegrate themselves into the tiered society.
Their boys and the kids work together so well; unlike what they’d been taught about tier 3 individuals. The kids come up with a scientific discovery that Kate & Eric know would help the tiered society. Although they’ve been shunned from the tiered society, they make the effort to prove and share the discovery.
The endeavour is fraught with danger and they barely get back out after making their point.
Kate acquires some notebooks from Nick (her replacement pair) and painfully takes her time working her way through them. After finishing them, Kate and Eric find that they can be a catalyst for growth & change for the tiered society, albeit very slowly.
A disappointing, although hopeful, end to this trilogy.
Kate & Eric are together again, with both their boys and all their memories intact. They are living out their lives idyllically in the former tier 3 territory. At least, everything seems idyllic until they think about the boys’ futures.
Then they come across others living in tier 3. How is it that these children have been fending for themselves? As Kate & Eric expand their household, they think about how to reintegrate themselves into the tiered society.
Their boys and the kids work together so well; unlike what they’d been taught about tier 3 individuals. The kids come up with a scientific discovery that Kate & Eric know would help the tiered society. Although they’ve been shunned from the tiered society, they make the effort to prove and share the discovery.
The endeavour is fraught with danger and they barely get back out after making their point.
Kate acquires some notebooks from Nick (her replacement pair) and painfully takes her time working her way through them. After finishing them, Kate and Eric find that they can be a catalyst for growth & change for the tiered society, albeit very slowly.
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April 27, 2024
Holy Crap!
I had to take breaks in between each book in this series as it just hits too close to home. Being military and giving up so much of my life blindly. Being disabled and having to give up too many dreams with eyes wide open. Loving. Losing. Knowing my parents will never see my progress since their passing. Being isolated in society.
This series hit home. It was well written and you’ll need tissues but it was well worth watching Kate and Eric’s (and Tal and Bentley’s) journey.
I had to take breaks in between each book in this series as it just hits too close to home. Being military and giving up so much of my life blindly. Being disabled and having to give up too many dreams with eyes wide open. Loving. Losing. Knowing my parents will never see my progress since their passing. Being isolated in society.
This series hit home. It was well written and you’ll need tissues but it was well worth watching Kate and Eric’s (and Tal and Bentley’s) journey.
February 12, 2025
I definitely didn't see some of that coming! As usual for me there's not enough at the end of the story for me to feel it's fully complete. I want to know more about where they end up living what happens to the "evil" people in charge, how tier 2 people's lives change, what kind of house they end up with, were there more tier 3 survivors, are there people outside the tier system in the region, and so much more. But again as usual I realize that's not necessarily the intent of the story so it's left out.
August 8, 2023
Wishing it didn't end
The first book was slow going, the second book made me cry however the third book was tremendous. I definitely felt that alot was filled out in this book. Loads of action but I felt there was still a few loose ends in it and wish I knew more.
The first book was slow going, the second book made me cry however the third book was tremendous. I definitely felt that alot was filled out in this book. Loads of action but I felt there was still a few loose ends in it and wish I knew more.
October 18, 2022
Fantastic Dystopian/ Sci-fi series!
July 16, 2023
Another great book in the series with some things resolved and some new questions.
December 30, 2024
Really good!
September 13, 2025
Honestly I expect more. The ending was let’s say : not believable AT ALL for a dystopian society. Very anticlimactic. Was looking forward to a great culmination and it just fell short for me.
December 28, 2025
Thought provoking
Another word for racism. Power corrupts. I really enjoyed this series. And I like relatively happy endings. The author is worth reading more.
Another word for racism. Power corrupts. I really enjoyed this series. And I like relatively happy endings. The author is worth reading more.
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