The Code of Hope

by Jordyn Fleming

In the city of Arkin, a distinct and isolated segment of North America has evolved under a shadow of repression, where a sinister power resides. At the forefront of this oppressive regime is Paul Randall, a charismatic leader who has consolidated his power through a militarized faction known as the Sons of Paul. With an iron fist, Randall binds the populace to his will, literally, through enforced implants for all middle- and lower-class citizens, stripping them of their freedoms and autonomy.
Yet amid this bleak landscape of tyranny, a beacon of hope arises in the form of a group known simply as The Shield. Led by the fearless and strategic Irina, they ignite sparks of rebellion and courage in a society yearning for liberation.
These interconnected short stories will take readers on a journey of resilience and hope alongside The Shield, as they fight for a future free from domination and fear.

142 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 14, 2025

Reviews

[J · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not my usual reading, yet I was captivated from the very first page.

A tapestry of short stories, each one a thread weaving into the next, building layer upon layer until, at the end, the full story unfolds in all its quiet brilliance.

Fleming’s writing is beautiful, alive with vivid descriptions that anchor you in the moment. She awakens the senses, letting you feel the story—not just read it. And if a story can make me feel, that is all I need to keep turning the pages.

It’s a deeply personal world, one that moved me profoundly. A world of resilience, of holding onto hope even when darkness threatens to overwhelm.

Fleming wields her words with precision, saying so much without ever overexplaining. Her economy of language is its own art.

She is an author who deserves your attention. I cannot wait to escape into her next work, Blade of Queens, which already feels like the perfect journey for my imagination.

[Marc · Rating 5 out of 5]

Code of Hope by Jordyn Fleming may be a short read, but it carries the emotional weight of a full-length novel. Fleming creates a raw and deeply personal world with every carefully chosen word. The story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the profound impact of holding onto hope, even in the darkest moments.

What sets this book apart is its ability to say so much with so little. Each page is packed with meaning, yet it never feels rushed or overloaded. The characters are vivid and relatable, their struggles pulling you in as if you’re living them yourself. Fleming masterfully balances moments of despair with glimmers of light, crafting a story that feels authentic and uplifting without being overly sentimental.

At only 140 pages, Code of Hope delivers a massive amount of satisfaction. It is a masterclass in walking the tightrope of satisfying the reader while simultaneously making them beg for more.  

Simply put, Code of Hope is a story with a massive heart, where resilience meets the power of belief.

Packed with emotion, courage, and hope, Fleming’s debut novel clearly foreshadows that she is on her way to a long and successful literary career. I cannot wait to see what comes next from her.

[Cody Sloas · Rating 4 out of 5]

Code of Hope is an excellent beginning for the author, Fleming, and shows great promise for her future as a writer.

Code of Hope tells a compelling story of hubris, revenge, and above all, hope. Fleming takes us on a journey with intriguing characters, but none more than Paul Randall himself. A flawed man trying to impose his will on the world around him, all while battling his own demons in his mind. This tale provides an interesting political commentary on what happens when fanaticism becomes the forefront of a society, something extremely relevant to the current state of our world.

This book lands quite solidly and will no doubt be a spring board for a successful career for Mrs. Fleming.

[Brittany Fichter · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Code of Hope is a dystopian short story where each story within the book is a puzzle piece and as you read it you unlock another piece of the puzzle. As a mom of two under 2 I was not able to read it in one sitting like I would have liked and it was extremely hard to put down! I found myself thinking about what could happen next as I went through my day. One thing I found myself thinking was "Wow, what a refreshing and extensive vocabulary the author has and uses in this book!" I will be recommending this book to everyone and anyone who will listen. I look forward to her next books to come!

[William C. O’Sullivan · Rating 5 out of 5]

“The Code of Hope” is a book I really enjoyed reading. The characters, the storyline and the journey are all great! This is the sort of book I’d read and recommend to any book loving people. It has so much entertainment in a book. I actually didn’t want to book to end. I wanted to keep reading and hoping there were some more twists and turns but overall it was a great story from start to finish. If you watched the Hunger games films, then you are in for a treat. Welcome to a dystopian world where the story will take you in to a journey you have never seen before. Well done Jordyn Fleming! I look forward to her next books. 10/10 for me. Excellent book and excellent story!

[Erin Archer · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you like thought provoking dystopian stories, you NEED to pick up The Code of Hope. Not only is the prose beautifully written, but the format is so refreshingly original. Each short story plunges you into the mind of someone struggling with their new reality in Arkin, from one of the Implanted who remains conscious and aware as her body is controlled, to the leader himself.

Each story builds into the next until you have a full, linear story. I read the book in one sitting, it was that captivating. I highly recommend this book!

[Ryan Kellar · Rating 5 out of 5]

A thoroughly enjoyable read rooted in an interesting world with characters begging to be explored in more depth. The themes explored in The Code of Hope provide both a familiarity and a fresh perspective on the genre that kept me thinking long after I had put the book down. With each short story and new perspective, I felt the world coming together in a way that made me want to spend more time in Arkin and understand how each of the characters got to their place in this world.