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We The People: A Premonition
What if AI could show us the future—and what if that future was our extinction?
We the A Premonition is a gripping political thriller that explores the terrifying convergence of autocracy and climate collapse. Set in a not-so-distant America ruled by a fascist regime, the novel follows three unlikely heroes brought together by one if they don’t act, the future is lost.
Luna Ochoa, a former FBI analyst turned underground investigator works for Leo Montoya, a reclusive millionaire funding a network tracking the government's abuses. When the advance AI they created suddenly starts making predictions of humanity’s collapse—nuclear war, ecological annihilation, and widespread oppression—the danger becomes existential.
Enter Jake Kessler, a Pulitzer-winning journalist silenced for exposing political corruption. After crossing paths with Luna, he becomes entangled in a movement bigger than any of them imagined. Together they enter a race against time—not just to survive, but to reclaim the future.
The novel asks the question at the heart of today’s global Can we still choose a different path? Drawing on the ancient Athenian model and powered by modern technology, their vision is to build a new system where people participate in governance directly—every voice heard, every idea tested. It’s dangerous. Revolutionary. And it may be our last chance to avoid extinction.
With cinematic pacing, unforgettable characters, and razor-sharp political insight, We the People is not just a warning—it’s a call to action. It reminds us that democracy is not a guarantee. It’s a choice. And the most important character in this story is us
We the A Premonition is a gripping political thriller that explores the terrifying convergence of autocracy and climate collapse. Set in a not-so-distant America ruled by a fascist regime, the novel follows three unlikely heroes brought together by one if they don’t act, the future is lost.
Luna Ochoa, a former FBI analyst turned underground investigator works for Leo Montoya, a reclusive millionaire funding a network tracking the government's abuses. When the advance AI they created suddenly starts making predictions of humanity’s collapse—nuclear war, ecological annihilation, and widespread oppression—the danger becomes existential.
Enter Jake Kessler, a Pulitzer-winning journalist silenced for exposing political corruption. After crossing paths with Luna, he becomes entangled in a movement bigger than any of them imagined. Together they enter a race against time—not just to survive, but to reclaim the future.
The novel asks the question at the heart of today’s global Can we still choose a different path? Drawing on the ancient Athenian model and powered by modern technology, their vision is to build a new system where people participate in governance directly—every voice heard, every idea tested. It’s dangerous. Revolutionary. And it may be our last chance to avoid extinction.
With cinematic pacing, unforgettable characters, and razor-sharp political insight, We the People is not just a warning—it’s a call to action. It reminds us that democracy is not a guarantee. It’s a choice. And the most important character in this story is us
244 pages, Paperback
Published August 23, 2025
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About the author
Russell Razzaque
9 books6 followersRazzaque has been a practising psychiatrist in the UK for over sixteen years. He earned his medical degree from the University of London in 1996 and completed a diploma in psychotherapy two years later. He is a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists and is on the Specialist Register of the UK General Medical Council.
During his career he has worked in a number of settings including the NHS, the Ministry of Justice, The Home Office and the University of Cambridge.
During his career he has worked in a number of settings including the NHS, the Ministry of Justice, The Home Office and the University of Cambridge.
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November 7, 2025
the book has so many spelling and grammar mistakes it's hard to read. I made it 2 chapters in and just was so distracted by the poor editing I couldn't enjoy the storyline.
I'm sure it has a great story so I might come back to it later.
I'm sure it has a great story so I might come back to it later.
July 21, 2025
A short, easy to read, very cinematic, fast-paced dystopian showing the first 100 days of presidency, where the goal is to destroy the world as we know it to rebuild it from the start with selected people.
The People is the resistance, inspired by the ancient Greek democracy. Their AI app can predict all the calamities step by step up to our extinction, so they are hunted and branded terrorists. A modern and contemporary novel, the format and being under 230 pages make it appealing to those who also like novellas.
It's scary (showing as fiction things that are not as fictional as we may think). Without naming and labeling current leaders, it's obvious that it is very relatable to our current times. The three main characters are very compelling.
My favorite part is the use of the Disney park at the end, and Mickey Mouse guides people to safety. A strong symbol and an image easy to imagine, no safe place on Earth will be protected from nuclear or the end unless we unite, not as a country but as the people.
The profits of this book will be applied to the development of resources like the Athenia app to be used consciously by leaders and people who want to save humanity from imminent destruction. The author also appeals to your skills to apply as volunteers to make this project possible.
I saw this novel more as a presentation with rational and logica: cause leading to consequences, and also someone who is offering hope and a path to fight back.
The People is the resistance, inspired by the ancient Greek democracy. Their AI app can predict all the calamities step by step up to our extinction, so they are hunted and branded terrorists. A modern and contemporary novel, the format and being under 230 pages make it appealing to those who also like novellas.
It's scary (showing as fiction things that are not as fictional as we may think). Without naming and labeling current leaders, it's obvious that it is very relatable to our current times. The three main characters are very compelling.
My favorite part is the use of the Disney park at the end, and Mickey Mouse guides people to safety. A strong symbol and an image easy to imagine, no safe place on Earth will be protected from nuclear or the end unless we unite, not as a country but as the people.
The profits of this book will be applied to the development of resources like the Athenia app to be used consciously by leaders and people who want to save humanity from imminent destruction. The author also appeals to your skills to apply as volunteers to make this project possible.
I saw this novel more as a presentation with rational and logica: cause leading to consequences, and also someone who is offering hope and a path to fight back.
August 22, 2025
When I was sent this ARC by @bookpublicityservices I was a little sceptical about whether or not it would be for me. The blurb read a little too dystopian for me but I gave it a go and I have to say I was surprised by how much I enjoyed it. It hits rather closer to home with the actions of current political leaders and situations than is comfortable at times.
The book feels almost like a warning but at the same time we are already part way down that road with corrupt leaders and the use of AI 😔
The story shows how bad things could get but in a sense of balance also shows ways to counteract the situation.
Although this was outside my comfort zone I did enjoy the story. There were however places I found some of the sentences didn’t make sense and there was an assumption that the reader would know and understand some of the technology that’s described. The ending almost very a bit abrupt and a little unreal for me.
On the whole a good gripping story that I finished very quickly.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The book feels almost like a warning but at the same time we are already part way down that road with corrupt leaders and the use of AI 😔
The story shows how bad things could get but in a sense of balance also shows ways to counteract the situation.
Although this was outside my comfort zone I did enjoy the story. There were however places I found some of the sentences didn’t make sense and there was an assumption that the reader would know and understand some of the technology that’s described. The ending almost very a bit abrupt and a little unreal for me.
On the whole a good gripping story that I finished very quickly.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
October 10, 2025
Having read books similar to this in concept recently, I definitely enjoyed this one, despite the scary picture it painted for our future! What made this book even more scary was the way a lot of elements mirrored the political climate we find ourselves in (bur especially the U.S.) and how if things carry on with the same trajectory, it could get a lot worse!
The use of AI is once again at the forefront of the plot of this book and definitely offers some thought-provoking ideas! The use of AI in predicting the future, politically or otherwise, in addition to a new, possibly more effective way of governing, are all presented throughout.
I thought all of the main characters were brilliant, and their determination to seek out a better future for those around them was a great underlying positive message from start to finish!
I did find the book to be a little rushed in places! I'm not usually a fan of longer, more drawn-out books, but I feel like as the reader, we ended up jumping around a lot, scene to scene, along the timeline! So I just feel like the pacing was a little off!
However, overall, I thought this was a great read, raising some incredibly worrying prospects for our future, and some interesting potential solutions!
Rating: 7/10 (rounded up!)
The use of AI is once again at the forefront of the plot of this book and definitely offers some thought-provoking ideas! The use of AI in predicting the future, politically or otherwise, in addition to a new, possibly more effective way of governing, are all presented throughout.
I thought all of the main characters were brilliant, and their determination to seek out a better future for those around them was a great underlying positive message from start to finish!
I did find the book to be a little rushed in places! I'm not usually a fan of longer, more drawn-out books, but I feel like as the reader, we ended up jumping around a lot, scene to scene, along the timeline! So I just feel like the pacing was a little off!
However, overall, I thought this was a great read, raising some incredibly worrying prospects for our future, and some interesting potential solutions!
Rating: 7/10 (rounded up!)
October 1, 2025
★★★.5
We The People is a political thriller with dystopian undertones, following a group of unlikely heroes determined to bring down the fascist regime ruling the United States. The three central figures come from very different backgrounds, yet their experiences interlock seamlessly to create a new system that blends the ancient Athenian model (a true democracy) with modern technology. This combination allows the people to participate directly in governance, bypassing traditional political figures, and ensuring that the will of the majority is actually enacted.
This story reads like an action film, I could easily imagine it playing on the big screen! I would recommend approaching it in the right mindset, as the parallels to real life may be triggering for some, and they make this dystopian world feel not so distant. At the same time, the authors offer a possible solution, one that injects a sense of much-needed hope.
The only element I found lacking was a broader global perspective. While there are occasional references, it is not until the end that we see how a collapse in the U.S. sparks a chain reaction worldwide. I would have loved more insight into how different countries and cultures were affected throughout.
Thank you to Book Publicity Services, Russell Razzaque, and T. J. MacGregor for the advanced copy. All opinions are my own.
We The People is a political thriller with dystopian undertones, following a group of unlikely heroes determined to bring down the fascist regime ruling the United States. The three central figures come from very different backgrounds, yet their experiences interlock seamlessly to create a new system that blends the ancient Athenian model (a true democracy) with modern technology. This combination allows the people to participate directly in governance, bypassing traditional political figures, and ensuring that the will of the majority is actually enacted.
This story reads like an action film, I could easily imagine it playing on the big screen! I would recommend approaching it in the right mindset, as the parallels to real life may be triggering for some, and they make this dystopian world feel not so distant. At the same time, the authors offer a possible solution, one that injects a sense of much-needed hope.
The only element I found lacking was a broader global perspective. While there are occasional references, it is not until the end that we see how a collapse in the U.S. sparks a chain reaction worldwide. I would have loved more insight into how different countries and cultures were affected throughout.
Thank you to Book Publicity Services, Russell Razzaque, and T. J. MacGregor for the advanced copy. All opinions are my own.
September 23, 2025
We The People
When I received a copy of We The People from @bookpublicityservices I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. This book is touted as a political thriller, which is not my favourite genre. But I gave it a go and have to say, it was a thought provoking read. In a nutshell We The People is about the current political disaster occurring in America and the three individuals who are trying to put a stop to it.
We the people: A Premonition is a gripping political thriller that explores the terrifying convergence of autocracy and climate collapse. Set in a not-so-distant America ruled by a fascist regime, the novel follows three unlikely heroes brought together by one truth: if they don’t act, the future is lost.
We The People was a rather anxiety provoking read for me as it is so realistic in depicting the current unstable world we live in. I did find that I had to read the book during the day and not at bed time as it would keep me up til the wee hours of the morning thinking about all the doom and gloom going on in the world. I was much less stressed out reading it during the day and could appreciate the authors words on waking the world up to what is going on. As my favourite quote from the book sums it up perfectly. “The ETs have landed! The goddamn aliens are running the government, but they look human”.
I appreciate how at the end of the book there is a note from the author offering hope for our future and ways in which the reader can get involved to help stop the insanity.
All in all an interesting, eye opening read. Thanks so much book publicity services for my arc copy.
When I received a copy of We The People from @bookpublicityservices I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. This book is touted as a political thriller, which is not my favourite genre. But I gave it a go and have to say, it was a thought provoking read. In a nutshell We The People is about the current political disaster occurring in America and the three individuals who are trying to put a stop to it.
We the people: A Premonition is a gripping political thriller that explores the terrifying convergence of autocracy and climate collapse. Set in a not-so-distant America ruled by a fascist regime, the novel follows three unlikely heroes brought together by one truth: if they don’t act, the future is lost.
We The People was a rather anxiety provoking read for me as it is so realistic in depicting the current unstable world we live in. I did find that I had to read the book during the day and not at bed time as it would keep me up til the wee hours of the morning thinking about all the doom and gloom going on in the world. I was much less stressed out reading it during the day and could appreciate the authors words on waking the world up to what is going on. As my favourite quote from the book sums it up perfectly. “The ETs have landed! The goddamn aliens are running the government, but they look human”.
I appreciate how at the end of the book there is a note from the author offering hope for our future and ways in which the reader can get involved to help stop the insanity.
All in all an interesting, eye opening read. Thanks so much book publicity services for my arc copy.
September 19, 2025
In a time when books about artificial intelligence seem to be popping up everywhere, We the People: A Premonition stands out as one of the more compelling ones. This political thriller, written by Russell Razzaque, delves into a hauntingly possible future where autocracy meets climate collapse, capturing the reader's imagination in a gripping narrative.
Set in a near-future America under a fascist regime, the story follows three unlikely heroes united by one urgent truth: if they don’t take action, humanity faces a dire fate. We meet Luna Ochoa, a former FBI analyst turned underground investigator, who works alongside Leo Montoya, a wealthy recluse funding a network that tracks the government's abuses. Their world shifts dramatically when the advanced AI they’ve developed begins predicting humanity's downfall - think nuclear war, ecological destruction, and mass oppression.
Jake Kessler, a prize-winning journalist silenced for exposing political corruption, is drawn into Luna's fight after their paths cross. Together, they embark on a race against time - not just for their survival, but to reclaim a future that feels increasingly out of reach.
The novel poignantly raises a pressing question for our time: Can we choose a different path? Drawing inspiration from ancient Athenian democracy and reimagining it with modern technology, Luna and Jake aim to create a system where every voice matters and every idea is tested. It’s an audacious vision, fraught with danger, but it may be humanity's last chance to avert disaster.
If you’re intrigued by AI-themed narratives, this book is definitely one to consider among the multitude currently available. It's not only thought-provoking but also an engaging read that makes its mark in the growing conversation about technology and our future.
Set in a near-future America under a fascist regime, the story follows three unlikely heroes united by one urgent truth: if they don’t take action, humanity faces a dire fate. We meet Luna Ochoa, a former FBI analyst turned underground investigator, who works alongside Leo Montoya, a wealthy recluse funding a network that tracks the government's abuses. Their world shifts dramatically when the advanced AI they’ve developed begins predicting humanity's downfall - think nuclear war, ecological destruction, and mass oppression.
Jake Kessler, a prize-winning journalist silenced for exposing political corruption, is drawn into Luna's fight after their paths cross. Together, they embark on a race against time - not just for their survival, but to reclaim a future that feels increasingly out of reach.
The novel poignantly raises a pressing question for our time: Can we choose a different path? Drawing inspiration from ancient Athenian democracy and reimagining it with modern technology, Luna and Jake aim to create a system where every voice matters and every idea is tested. It’s an audacious vision, fraught with danger, but it may be humanity's last chance to avert disaster.
If you’re intrigued by AI-themed narratives, this book is definitely one to consider among the multitude currently available. It's not only thought-provoking but also an engaging read that makes its mark in the growing conversation about technology and our future.
October 18, 2025
We The People is certainly a very unique read. A very fast paced, dystopian novel focused around what would happen if AI could predict the future. This is a political thriller with a corrupt government, climate emergency, violence, racism, dictatorship and all sorts of other horrid scenarios. Unfortunately, whilst some of this felt a bit outlandish it was all too imaginable with the current political climate on this planet. Quite scary.
This story moves at an incredibly fast pace and would make a pretty great action movie. We have a small cast of diverse characters and learn about motivations for their actions as well. But I would have liked it to be more fleshed out and the backstories more developed.
It’s a pretty quick read with just 241 pages. I did enjoy this and came to care about the main characters. The most interesting part of this is that it shows us all the actual and potential dangers, but also a possible solution. And one that the authors would like to develop in real life.
I’d recommend!
3.5
This story moves at an incredibly fast pace and would make a pretty great action movie. We have a small cast of diverse characters and learn about motivations for their actions as well. But I would have liked it to be more fleshed out and the backstories more developed.
It’s a pretty quick read with just 241 pages. I did enjoy this and came to care about the main characters. The most interesting part of this is that it shows us all the actual and potential dangers, but also a possible solution. And one that the authors would like to develop in real life.
I’d recommend!
3.5
July 26, 2025
This is a political thriller that imagines what could happen if AI showed us the future… and it wasn’t looking good. Think climate collapse, dictatorship, and people finally saying enough.
The story follows three characters — Luna Ochoa, a fired FBI analyst; Leo Montoya, a reclusive millionaire; and Jake Kessler, a silenced journalist — all trying to fight back. It’s not super long at just 241 pages, and it’s not overly detailed, which actually makes it a fast and easy read. But even though it’s short, the ideas stick with you — and you’ll be asking questions long after the final page.
What did I like most? It’s not just about how bad things could get. It’s about what we might still be able to do to fix it. It feels relevant, urgent, and honestly — kind of hopeful, in its own way. I would love to know your thoughts.
The story follows three characters — Luna Ochoa, a fired FBI analyst; Leo Montoya, a reclusive millionaire; and Jake Kessler, a silenced journalist — all trying to fight back. It’s not super long at just 241 pages, and it’s not overly detailed, which actually makes it a fast and easy read. But even though it’s short, the ideas stick with you — and you’ll be asking questions long after the final page.
What did I like most? It’s not just about how bad things could get. It’s about what we might still be able to do to fix it. It feels relevant, urgent, and honestly — kind of hopeful, in its own way. I would love to know your thoughts.
October 3, 2025
We the People follows Luna Ochoa, a former FBI agent now working for a networking company that monitors government abuse. Alongside blacklisted journalist Jake Kessler, she’s forced to race against time to not only save themselves, but also protect the future of mankind. The story explores the potential impact of AI on society—both the good it could bring and the dangers it might create.
While I enjoyed the overall concept, the pacing felt too fast at times, leaving little room for build-up or character development. Because of this, I didn’t feel as connected to Luna or Jake as I would have liked. The ending also fell short for me, coming across as more open-ended than satisfying.
That being said, the book does deliver a strong message: a call for people to stand up and fight for what they believe is right. The story itself is compelling, even if I wished for more depth in execution.
While I enjoyed the overall concept, the pacing felt too fast at times, leaving little room for build-up or character development. Because of this, I didn’t feel as connected to Luna or Jake as I would have liked. The ending also fell short for me, coming across as more open-ended than satisfying.
That being said, the book does deliver a strong message: a call for people to stand up and fight for what they believe is right. The story itself is compelling, even if I wished for more depth in execution.
September 19, 2025
This was a very out of the box book for me. I was approached by Book Publicity Services to receive an eArc and upon reading the synopsis I got this strange feeling that was telling me that I need to read this book.
This is a political thriller that is uncomfortably close to our real world right now. It does have some sci-fi aspects to it which you can chock up to the major topic of AI in this book. It starts off running with one of our mains, Luna, watching an AI prediction of what the immediate future looks like for our world. It terrifies her and subsequently gets the proverbial ball rolling and takes us through the rapid escalation of the US governments hostile military takeover of the country. Thus barrelling us towards the very real threat of a nuclear war instigated by the President of the United States, who seems to resemble someone we are all familiar with.
It is terrifying in its accuracy to our current political world, it is very fast paced and I really enjoyed the read.
It's use of AI throughout the book in creating an app called Athenia that allows for our world to experience true democracy, where every citizen has a say in how their government runs and makes decisions. It is quite genius in its breakdown and the whole system was fascinating.
If you have the opportunity to read this book I think you should, it was eye-opening and jaw-dropping in the rapid escalation of how this stuff can play out. It was a wild ride!
This is a political thriller that is uncomfortably close to our real world right now. It does have some sci-fi aspects to it which you can chock up to the major topic of AI in this book. It starts off running with one of our mains, Luna, watching an AI prediction of what the immediate future looks like for our world. It terrifies her and subsequently gets the proverbial ball rolling and takes us through the rapid escalation of the US governments hostile military takeover of the country. Thus barrelling us towards the very real threat of a nuclear war instigated by the President of the United States, who seems to resemble someone we are all familiar with.
It is terrifying in its accuracy to our current political world, it is very fast paced and I really enjoyed the read.
It's use of AI throughout the book in creating an app called Athenia that allows for our world to experience true democracy, where every citizen has a say in how their government runs and makes decisions. It is quite genius in its breakdown and the whole system was fascinating.
If you have the opportunity to read this book I think you should, it was eye-opening and jaw-dropping in the rapid escalation of how this stuff can play out. It was a wild ride!
September 27, 2025
Thank you to Kelsey @bookpublicityservices for the opportunity to read this novel.
My rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
I enjoyed the short chapters which made for a fast read. I really liked Luna’s character! The premise of the book I found very interesting, but overall I would say this was not for me in the end. However, I do recommend this book to those who enjoy historical fiction, dystopian, and political thrillers!
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My rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
I enjoyed the short chapters which made for a fast read. I really liked Luna’s character! The premise of the book I found very interesting, but overall I would say this was not for me in the end. However, I do recommend this book to those who enjoy historical fiction, dystopian, and political thrillers!
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September 28, 2025
Thank you to Book Publicity Services for my gifted copy!
I knew I would be in for a wild ride with We the People: A Premonition. But what I did not expect was for the daily news cycle to be depicted word for word in this book. It sent a chill down my spine. Though this book reads as dystopian fiction, it is anything but. The words in this book are a screaming fact that is more scary than any horror movie.
Despite these horrors, this is a fast read. It honestly read like an action movie. This made it possible to read in a day, even with two children tornadoing around me.
I really loved that, under all this doom and gloom, there was a bud of hope. There were still people who care about other people, and who are willing to put their lives on the line to make this a better world for all of us.
Highly recommend.
I knew I would be in for a wild ride with We the People: A Premonition. But what I did not expect was for the daily news cycle to be depicted word for word in this book. It sent a chill down my spine. Though this book reads as dystopian fiction, it is anything but. The words in this book are a screaming fact that is more scary than any horror movie.
Despite these horrors, this is a fast read. It honestly read like an action movie. This made it possible to read in a day, even with two children tornadoing around me.
I really loved that, under all this doom and gloom, there was a bud of hope. There were still people who care about other people, and who are willing to put their lives on the line to make this a better world for all of us.
Highly recommend.
October 16, 2025
Fast-paced and action packed, We the People is a political thriller with eerie parallels to what’s happening in the U.S. today. It dives into some very important topics, especially the cruelty mentality driving those in power and what that means for the people they govern. I loved the focus on unity and the idea of working together collectively for change. I just wish we’d gotten a bit more time with the diverse cast and a deeper look into the AI element. The ending felt a little rushed, and there were a few grammatical errors that could easily be fixed with another round of editing. Still, it’s a thought-provoking read that leaves you reflecting long after the final page.
July 20, 2025
A political thriller that centers around the power of AI and how it can be used for good and bad. When unpredictable premonitions are being foretold about the future of the world, a hard reality sets in. Can time be turned around and humanity be saved?
October 5, 2025
In We The People, we are offered a glimpse of what the future may hold for humanity.
It's a fast paced, fairly short, dystopian read ( at 230 pages ), with heavy political themes throughout, but although short, it certainly packs quite the punch.
In the near future, an Artificial Intelligence app has been developed which predicts humanity’s downfall, at every stage until extinction. The group that created this AI are designated terrorists by the fascist government, and what follows is a gripping, intelligently written that moves along swiftly and holds your attention to the very end.
The characters are believable and feel real and I read this in two sittings one blustery autumn weekend.
4 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 's from me.
It's a fast paced, fairly short, dystopian read ( at 230 pages ), with heavy political themes throughout, but although short, it certainly packs quite the punch.
In the near future, an Artificial Intelligence app has been developed which predicts humanity’s downfall, at every stage until extinction. The group that created this AI are designated terrorists by the fascist government, and what follows is a gripping, intelligently written that moves along swiftly and holds your attention to the very end.
The characters are believable and feel real and I read this in two sittings one blustery autumn weekend.
4 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 's from me.
October 8, 2025
Quick moving dystopian novel about AI predicting the end of the world and how a group of individuals respond to a dictator.
This one is bingeable and will make you think. I’ll be sitting with it for a bit to analyze what I got from this book.
Makes you question.
- what you would do in this situation
- would you side with the government or decide to defend your rights?
- how would you ensure safety in precarious times.
Interesting and would recommend. Need a sequel honestly .
This one is bingeable and will make you think. I’ll be sitting with it for a bit to analyze what I got from this book.
Makes you question.
- what you would do in this situation
- would you side with the government or decide to defend your rights?
- how would you ensure safety in precarious times.
Interesting and would recommend. Need a sequel honestly .
September 17, 2025
In this political thriller, AI predicts a dire future for the U.S. with climate change, a government quickly becoming more extreme, and nuclear war wreaking havoc across the nation. There is still the opportunity to change this terrifying future.
This is more novella than full length novel. With a listening time of just over 4 hours, I got through it quickly in a day. The story unfolds at a fast pace as the three main characters Luna, Jake, and Leo hurry to find a way to stop the future horrors the AI predicted. As they race against time and fight for their own survival, they discover they aren’t alone. They find many more people eager to join them. Brad Grochowski goes good work with the narration. His performance conveys urgency and tension throughout the book. This is a jarring reminder just how fragile democracy really is.
Thank you Book Publicity Services for the complimentary copy.
This is more novella than full length novel. With a listening time of just over 4 hours, I got through it quickly in a day. The story unfolds at a fast pace as the three main characters Luna, Jake, and Leo hurry to find a way to stop the future horrors the AI predicted. As they race against time and fight for their own survival, they discover they aren’t alone. They find many more people eager to join them. Brad Grochowski goes good work with the narration. His performance conveys urgency and tension throughout the book. This is a jarring reminder just how fragile democracy really is.
Thank you Book Publicity Services for the complimentary copy.
October 16, 2025
I absolutely devoured this book. I was compelled by the parallels of our current political environment.
This is a must read.
This is a must read.
August 12, 2025
I stepped away outside of my comfort zone with this one! We the People: A Premonition by Russell Razzaque is scary because it hits way too close to home. The mix of corrupt leaders and AI creeping closer to total control feels eerily familiar to what we’re seeing right now. It’s not some far-off dystopia—it’s a “this could actually happen” kind of story, which makes it all the more unsettling. Despite being out of my norm, it was a quick read, more of a novella, and it kept me engaged from start to finish. Definitely add to your TBR if you're looking for a pallet cleanser!
September 15, 2025
Thank you, Book Publicity Services, for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!
This book takes a big-picture look at where our world could be headed, weaving politics, technology, and questions of democracy into a fast-moving story. The characters—a former FBI analyst, a silenced journalist, and a reclusive millionaire—come together when an AI predicts humanity’s downfall. It’s a mix of suspense and social commentary that feels rooted in today’s concerns while imagining tomorrow’s challenges. Anyone who enjoys near-future thrillers with a political angle will most likely enjoy this one!
This book takes a big-picture look at where our world could be headed, weaving politics, technology, and questions of democracy into a fast-moving story. The characters—a former FBI analyst, a silenced journalist, and a reclusive millionaire—come together when an AI predicts humanity’s downfall. It’s a mix of suspense and social commentary that feels rooted in today’s concerns while imagining tomorrow’s challenges. Anyone who enjoys near-future thrillers with a political angle will most likely enjoy this one!
September 3, 2025
Timely and thought-provoking! Razzaque and MacGregor explore the challenges facing democracy today, weaving history, psychology, and politics into a compelling narrative. Whether you agree with all of their perspectives or not, the book sparks important conversations about civic responsibility and the role of community in shaping our future. Highly recommended for readers who want to think critically about the state of democracy and where we go from here!
August 30, 2025
Wow, this is some scary s***! With only 226 pages it's a very quick and easy read. The three main characters are well fleshed out and relatable. The authors didn't have to use much of their imaginations for their world building as the majority of the story is a mirror held up to the current administrations playbook and much of the reality we already live in. It's also a call to action in that it's going to take more than a village to raise this country and world up if the vision the book holds is realized. In spite of the fear this story (our reality?) taped into, I really enjoyed it for its hopefulness and its attempt to at least do something even when we feel powerless to create change.
Thank you to the authors and Kelsey and Book Publicity Services for the gifted copy.
Thank you to the authors and Kelsey and Book Publicity Services for the gifted copy.
August 27, 2025
It is a fast moving, easy to read book. I enjoyed it a lot and I would recommend it. The ending was perfect, which is the most important thing for a fiction book.
September 17, 2025
We The People: A Premonition by Russell Razzaque and T. J. MacGregor is an odd novella. It's positioned by the authors as being science fiction, but it's not. It's more accurately a political thriller—one that is very slanted in its political views, such that I expect many readers will stop reading after the first few pages. Also, at the end, the authors ask readers to "sign up" for the solution described in the book. But in this review, I'll try to push that aside and evaluate the book on its merits as a work of fiction.
The plot revolves around a group of people who are resisting the movement of the USA toward autocracy in the very near future. It's an interesting idea, but one that's been handled much better by other authors in (actual) sci-fi novels. The characters are diverse and interesting, although not well-developed—it is a novella, after all. The story moves forward briskly, and the use of real-world locations (mostly in and around Orlando, Florida) adds to a feeling that maybe this could really happen. The writing is generally fine, although there's too much repetition of certain themes and phrases, e.g. many characters like to "pat the air" with their hands. The dialogue is usually natural, although sometimes it's hard to follow; in one chapter there's no beginning quotation marks. And there's several other errors, mostly punctuation, throughout the book. The authors could also have spent more time doing basic research, e.g. there aren't over 300 million potential voters in the USA, nor is there a large motel under Disney World.
Although the story starts off pretty well, it devolves into implausibility and contradictions later. One example: the biggest secret this group of resistors has is freely given to people they know nothing about. Later, a passenger jet flying near Orlando is going to divert, nonstop, to New Zealand. One of the biggest contradictions is when a character complains that the government considers him and his companions "terrorists"—right after they killed some FBI agents in cold blood. Then there's the final chapter, which has several far-fetched events. At one point, one of the characters says, "I can't believe it." Neither did I.
NOTE: This book is for Mature (18+) readers due to language.
The plot revolves around a group of people who are resisting the movement of the USA toward autocracy in the very near future. It's an interesting idea, but one that's been handled much better by other authors in (actual) sci-fi novels. The characters are diverse and interesting, although not well-developed—it is a novella, after all. The story moves forward briskly, and the use of real-world locations (mostly in and around Orlando, Florida) adds to a feeling that maybe this could really happen. The writing is generally fine, although there's too much repetition of certain themes and phrases, e.g. many characters like to "pat the air" with their hands. The dialogue is usually natural, although sometimes it's hard to follow; in one chapter there's no beginning quotation marks. And there's several other errors, mostly punctuation, throughout the book. The authors could also have spent more time doing basic research, e.g. there aren't over 300 million potential voters in the USA, nor is there a large motel under Disney World.
Although the story starts off pretty well, it devolves into implausibility and contradictions later. One example: the biggest secret this group of resistors has is freely given to people they know nothing about. Later, a passenger jet flying near Orlando is going to divert, nonstop, to New Zealand. One of the biggest contradictions is when a character complains that the government considers him and his companions "terrorists"—right after they killed some FBI agents in cold blood. Then there's the final chapter, which has several far-fetched events. At one point, one of the characters says, "I can't believe it." Neither did I.
NOTE: This book is for Mature (18+) readers due to language.
September 28, 2025
🏚️🏚️🏚️🏚️/5
I wasn’t sure how I’d feel about this book prior to reading, but I’m glad I read it and was surprised by how quickly I wanted to see how it would end, despite this story being rather short in comparison to what I normally read.
This book hits a little close to home since it reflects the actions and beliefs of the current American political leaders. This books makes you uncomfortable in the situations that have arisen or, dare we say, are going to come about if they haven’t already. It really brings a spotlight to the present political situation and gives a solution on how the people (us citizens) should feel about it and how we can fight to stop it.
AI plays a big role in this book, so it feels a bit like a warning about how destructive AI can be if we let it, but also how it can help us when we really want it to. But the book is a warning, in general, about the American democracy in present times and how it might unfold (for the worst) in the future. While the circumstances makes you uncomfy and you don’t want to read about it, this book also has a nice sense of balance and resilience of the people who are coming up with ways to counteract the negative with positives. I liked the sense of community during this time, and I think that also reflects in real life. We need to come together as a team to find a solution.
I felt the ending of the book was a bit dire, rushed, and didn’t exactly end how you’d want it to. But I did appreciate that the author offered hope for the future and included ways in which we can get involved in real life to help stop the chaos that is currently happening. All in all, a very thoughtful provoking and eye opening read!
I wasn’t sure how I’d feel about this book prior to reading, but I’m glad I read it and was surprised by how quickly I wanted to see how it would end, despite this story being rather short in comparison to what I normally read.
This book hits a little close to home since it reflects the actions and beliefs of the current American political leaders. This books makes you uncomfortable in the situations that have arisen or, dare we say, are going to come about if they haven’t already. It really brings a spotlight to the present political situation and gives a solution on how the people (us citizens) should feel about it and how we can fight to stop it.
AI plays a big role in this book, so it feels a bit like a warning about how destructive AI can be if we let it, but also how it can help us when we really want it to. But the book is a warning, in general, about the American democracy in present times and how it might unfold (for the worst) in the future. While the circumstances makes you uncomfy and you don’t want to read about it, this book also has a nice sense of balance and resilience of the people who are coming up with ways to counteract the negative with positives. I liked the sense of community during this time, and I think that also reflects in real life. We need to come together as a team to find a solution.
I felt the ending of the book was a bit dire, rushed, and didn’t exactly end how you’d want it to. But I did appreciate that the author offered hope for the future and included ways in which we can get involved in real life to help stop the chaos that is currently happening. All in all, a very thoughtful provoking and eye opening read!
October 23, 2025
Thank you so much Book Publicity Services Inc. for providing me a copy of this book in exchange for my review!
I went into this thinking it might have Wolfenstein vibes, but it took a different path. I probably would’ve rated it higher if it weren’t set in a near future U.S., but maybe some alternate universe. The division in today's political climate is already wild enough. The jabs at people are obvious if you keep up with politics. Story is set in Florida.
This one wasn’t quite my style. A political thriller, maybe even a manifesto?
The dialogue felt spot on, much like what you’d see scrolling through social media. Some might call it fear mongering, others might not. For me the story felt divisive, and the characters didn’t really stick.
I did notice some missing punctuation, but it didn’t really take away from the reading experience. I am not perfect with grammar and punctuation, but can see if people are buying this book, make sure to have a polished version.
I went into this thinking it might have Wolfenstein vibes, but it took a different path. I probably would’ve rated it higher if it weren’t set in a near future U.S., but maybe some alternate universe. The division in today's political climate is already wild enough. The jabs at people are obvious if you keep up with politics. Story is set in Florida.
This one wasn’t quite my style. A political thriller, maybe even a manifesto?
The dialogue felt spot on, much like what you’d see scrolling through social media. Some might call it fear mongering, others might not. For me the story felt divisive, and the characters didn’t really stick.
I did notice some missing punctuation, but it didn’t really take away from the reading experience. I am not perfect with grammar and punctuation, but can see if people are buying this book, make sure to have a polished version.
November 25, 2025
Audiobook Review⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thank you to the authors Russell Razzaque & T. J. MacGregor and @BookPublicityServices for the #gifted audiobook.
What if AI could show us the future—and what if that future was our extinction?
This gripping political thriller drops you straight into a chilling, not-so-distant America ruled by an iron-fisted fascist regime. Three unlikely heroes are thrust together when they each discover one terrifying truth: if they don’t act, the future is already lost.
This story is fast-paced, cinematic, and packed with razor-sharp political intrigue. The authors weave a world that feels uncomfortably possible, blending climate collapse with autocracy in a way that keeps the tension sky-high. It’s a dystopian thriller that feels both thrilling and thought-provoking—an enjoyable quick read that leaves you with so much to unpack long after the final page.
If you like unforgettable characters, high-stakes suspense, and stories that keep you questioning what our future could look like, this one is worth picking up.
Thank you to the authors Russell Razzaque & T. J. MacGregor and @BookPublicityServices for the #gifted audiobook.
What if AI could show us the future—and what if that future was our extinction?
This gripping political thriller drops you straight into a chilling, not-so-distant America ruled by an iron-fisted fascist regime. Three unlikely heroes are thrust together when they each discover one terrifying truth: if they don’t act, the future is already lost.
This story is fast-paced, cinematic, and packed with razor-sharp political intrigue. The authors weave a world that feels uncomfortably possible, blending climate collapse with autocracy in a way that keeps the tension sky-high. It’s a dystopian thriller that feels both thrilling and thought-provoking—an enjoyable quick read that leaves you with so much to unpack long after the final page.
If you like unforgettable characters, high-stakes suspense, and stories that keep you questioning what our future could look like, this one is worth picking up.
November 30, 2025
This short and fast read gave a look into a dystopian future of the United States, which hits a little too true with the current times of the country! Too much power, too little people making decisions and the people of the country being stripped of their voice— this was eerie to read!
This chaos, however paired with a glimpse of hope in the resistance of The People, made for an interesting story line about survival, resistance, and taking back control. There were many interesting layers about the use of AI and technology, which were admittedly hard to understand at some points, but made for a unique story.
The ending stopped pretty abruptly which seemed a bit unbelievable, and overall felt a little rushed. However there was an interesting call to action and real life component, which you might find very intriguing!
Thanks to Book Publicity Services for a gifted copy in exchange for an honest review!
This chaos, however paired with a glimpse of hope in the resistance of The People, made for an interesting story line about survival, resistance, and taking back control. There were many interesting layers about the use of AI and technology, which were admittedly hard to understand at some points, but made for a unique story.
The ending stopped pretty abruptly which seemed a bit unbelievable, and overall felt a little rushed. However there was an interesting call to action and real life component, which you might find very intriguing!
Thanks to Book Publicity Services for a gifted copy in exchange for an honest review!
October 19, 2025
A great premise, but underdeveloped characters and a plot that feels hasty, contrived, hackneyed and unconvincing. That said, the main reason for my low rating is the awful editing. Every other page is filled with typos of varying sorts. The whole book reads like a first or second draft. An author should be ashamed to put something so unpolished out on the marketplace. And it’s wrong for readers to have to pay for a product that feels “unfinished.” My experience was with the Kindle edition. Was the print edition any better? Ultimately I enjoyed the book; it was entertaining. But it could have been a lot better. And I’m saying this as someone who really loves the author — I find his YouTube political videos very thoughtful, intelligent and worthwhile; I never miss them. Editors: do a better job!
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