Desist

by J.R. Tate

In a world consumed by oppression, Charlie and Annie Cooper find themselves trapped in the clutches of the ruthless Millstone administration. Separated and subjected to the horrors of work camps and solitary confinement, their only hope is to defy the odds and reunite against all odds.

Annie, gripped by fear, worries for Charlie's life as the chance of the gallows looms ever closer. Meanwhile, Charlie is determined to rally the Defiants, a group of rebels fighting against the oppressive regime. With Millstone's grand ambitions of invading other countries, the fate of not just their nation but the entire world hangs in the balance.

Charlie's resilience is tested as he faces grueling work conditions, infectious diseases, and betrayal from an unexpected source. Placed under constant surveillance, he must navigate treacherous waters, making unimaginable sacrifices to stay alive. Annie's mental health deteriorates, Ryan's whereabouts remain unknown, and time ticks away relentlessly.

With the clock ticking, Charlie races against time to orchestrate a daring escape, locate his loved ones, and form an army of Defiants. Their fight is not just for their own survival but to reclaim a nation on the brink of irreversible destruction.

In this gripping tale of resilience, loyalty, and the fight for freedom, Charlie and Annie must defy the odds, risking everything to bring hope back to a world on the edge of permanent darkness. Will they succeed in their audacious quest to topple Millstone's reign, or will their valiant efforts be in vain, leading to the demise of all they hold dear?

240 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 26, 2021

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