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The Fractured World: A Dystopian Sci-Fi Series Starter Collection
The Fractured World: A Dystopian Sci-Fi Series Starter Collection
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A collection of three dystopian sci-fi series starter novels by Sue Parritt, G.A. Franks & L.E. Fitzpatrick, now available in one volume!


28 Days: In futuristic Melbourne, Emma Cartwright is racing against the clock to find employment before being forced into one by the government. With the Employment Positions Portal disabled and her unemployment period expiring, Emma is desperate. A chance encounter with the enigmatic Cal Ritchie sparks a determination within Emma to break free from a life of conformity. But when her son Jack is unexpectedly arrested, Emma's choices dwindle, forcing her to take drastic measures. Will she be able to save her son in a race against time and oppressive laws?


Maelstorm: A hundred years from now, everything you know will be gone. Young orphan Gideon Rayne yearns to join Kaoteck Industries as one of their Constables. After Gideon is granted an extraordinary suit of advanced armor, he is put on a collision course with forces darker than he never knew existed. G.A. Franks's 'Maelstorm' immerses you in the tumultuous world of 2120, as Gideon embarks on a thrilling journey through the chaotic New Britain.


The Running Game: In the midst of a war-torn London, a dangerous game is set to unfold. Rachel, an ordinary doctor harboring a hidden power as a Reacher, finds herself hunted by both the government and criminal underworld. Charlie and John, renowned for their audacity, are drowning in sorrow until they stumble upon a job involving a fellow Reacher. James, a cunning conman, joins the fray seeking his own vendetta. Together, they navigate a treacherous path, but can Rachel defy the odds and save herself with the aid of her unpredictable allies?

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Release dateMay 30, 2023
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