Future Schism
by Jeff W. Horton
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Pub Date Oct 14 2017 | Archive Date Mar 22 2018
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Description
Future Schism
Blurb/Backmatter
schism
ˈs(k)izəm
noun
a split or division between strongly opposed sections or parties, caused by differences in opinion or belief
The year is 2076, the year of The Great Schism, the year the struggle between liberals and conservatives, the culture war, split America in two. It’s also the year the Second American Civil War began. By the time it’s over, the United States of America is no more, having been divided into two provinces.
Nearly a century later the Corporate Synod forces citizens in the Red Zone to accept mandatory genetic modifications. Some “mods” greatly enhance intelligence but strip people of their humanity. Other mods increase physical strength and stamina that make workers in the factories more productive, but significantly decreases their lifespans. Meanwhile, The New Zion Church imprisons or executes anyone caught worshipping the God of the Christian or Jew, or anywhere other than the NZC.
In the Blue Zone, however, life is good; if you’re one of the very select few who are members of the elite Gentry Class. For the vast majority who are not, however, food is increasingly scarce, disease and starvation are rampant, and government slavery is spreading rapidly.
Daniel Washington leads the People of the Founders, the Red Zone resistance movement. At first, he works only to topple the corrupt Red Council and restore freedom in the Red Zone. After he meets Kayla Ross, however, leader of the Militiamen Freedom Fighters, the resistance movement against the Gentry in the Blue Zone, they join forces, and together they discover they can do far more together than falling in love, they can start a revolution.
Advance Praise
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Small Press Bookwatch: February 2018
James A. Cox, Editor-in-Chief
Midwest Book Review
Review Ratting: 5-STAR
Synopsis: The year is 2076, the year of The Great Schism, the year the struggle between liberals and conservatives, the culture war, split America in two. It's also the year the Second American Civil War began. By the time it's over, the United States of America is no more, having been divided into two provinces.
Nearly a century later the Corporate Synod forces citizens in the Red Zone to accept mandatory genetic modifications. Some "mods" greatly enhance intelligence but strip people of their humanity. Other mods increase physical strength and stamina that make workers in the factories more productive, but significantly decreases their lifespans. Meanwhile, The New Zion Church imprisons or executes anyone caught worshipping the God of the Christian or Jew, or anywhere other than the NZC.
Critique: A deftly written and simply riveting read from cover to cover, "Future Schism" is an original, dystopian, action/adventure science fiction at its very best. While strongly and unreservedly recommended for community library Science Fiction collections, it should be noted for the personal reading lists of dedicates SF fans that "Future Schism" is also available in a paperback edition.
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Tony Parsons
5.0 out of 5 stars
General Conrad Miller (People’s Guard leader) would like to join up with the group
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review, only an honest one. All thoughts & opinions are entirely my own.
A very awesome book cover, & great font/writing style. A very well written Apocalyptic/Post-Apocalyptic book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a large set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great Apocalyptic/Post-Apocalyptic movie, an animated cartoon, or better yet a mini TV series. It was kind of cheesy at times, but I liked it so I will still rate it at 5 stars.
Available Editions
| ISBN | 9781629898179 |
| PRICE | $3.99 (USD) |
