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In 2030, viruses, spy drones, terrorism, and joblessness have eroded American optimism. People want something to believe in. As demonstrated in a Midwest high school election, politics have taken on the inflexibility and dogma of a new religion. Only true believers will survive and prosper. Or so they think.
Read Chapters 1 & 2 Here. |
What a fun ride! Sprinkled with unpredictable and satisfying twists, Michael French is in fine form again with his latest. CLIFFHANGER takes a leap down a political rabbit hole set nearly 10 years in the future where student government is cutthroat and a springboard for ambitious aspiring politicos |
A well written, thought provoking, enjoyable book. It is easy to imagine that this possibly could be in our future. The author seamlessly connects the dots in a most delightful manner. |
Michael French has the rare gift of writing stories that flow easily but explore complicated themes and more. I found myself deeply involved in this high school election and the originally drawn young heroes and anti-heroes as well as thinking about much broader (and more disturbing!) issues of our times and the times that may come. |