The Prism

by Bethany Hester, Spencer Thomas (Editor)

358 pages, Kindle Edition

Expected publication June 30, 2026

About the author

Bethany Hester writes emotionally driven stories about identity, resistance, and the people brave enough to fight for the ones they love.

She is the author of The Prism, a dystopian novel exploring love, survival, and what happens when a system is built to erase who you are.

When she’s not writing, Bethany is usually homeschooling, spending time with her wife and children, and pretending she doesn’t have too many cats.

She shares her writing and publishing journey online with readers and fellow book lovers.

Find Bethany online:
@bethanyonpaper

Reviews

[Krystle Beamer · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very powerful read from a new author that kept me hooked from the beginning! I was really invested in the characters and their story and felt like I was transported to Fort Virtue. Add this one to the top of your TBR!

[Ashleigh Freer · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this one. It’s a dystopian story with a heavy premise, but it’s written in a way that keeps you hooked and rooting for the characters. The themes of standing up for yourself and fighting back against injustice really come through. Definitely an emotional read at times, but also really powerful.

[Lori Rose · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic book from a new author! She makes you fall for the characters while leaving you with a bit of emotional trauma. For a dystopian novel, it really feels like something that could be a possibility in the not so distant future and it's terrifying. There's a nice little slow burn in there between two characters you wouldn't expect, but will leave you questioning which way you want it to go. Absolutely give this one a chance! You won't regret it.