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Tuesday, January 19, 2016

from the ashes…- United (The United Trilogy #1) by Jaci Wheeler

After a reformation, United America runs like a well-oiled machine. Solar power trumps fossil fuels, strict laws keep crime at an all-time low, and at sixteen, residents are assigned their role in society—and fulfill it without complaints. But unbeknownst to the citizens, they are also under constant monitoring, and reigning President Vaughn has eyes in every sector of the gleaming country.

Description:

Release Date: January 19th, 2016

When the United States of America crumbles under civilian protests and riots, a new United America rises from the ashes…

After a reformation, United America runs like a well-oiled machine. Solar power trumps fossil fuels, strict laws keep crime at an all-time low, and at sixteen, residents are assigned their role in society—and fulfill it without complaints. But unbeknownst to the citizens, they are also under constant monitoring, and reigning President Vaughn has eyes in every sector of the gleaming country.

When Rosaline Thatcher turns sixteen, it is time to receive her position in society…

When President Vaughn calls Rosaline to the stage, she dutifully follows orders. Though she dare not disobey, it’s unclear why she is being singled out. As she passes her best friend, Wesley, she’s reminded of what’s at stake. With her new role, she could be torn from her friends and family forever.

Rosaline goes from ordinary citizen to leader of the free world…

Shocked and overwhelmed, Rosaline can’t understand why she was chosen for the most vital position of all. But with great power comes great responsibility, and with the help of those closest to her, the fate of their thriving country rests in her hands.

When she discovers a secret location only known as the O.C., the United America Rosaline thought she knew may turn out to be history’s greatest fraud…

In a society where citizens obey without question, what will happen when one girl dares to defy, and what will that mean for United America?

About the author:
Jaci Wheeler lives in the Central Valley of California with her husband and two precious kids.

Her love of literature began in Jr. High when she was introduced to Lowis Lowry’s books. Since then she has had a passion for writing Young Adult books, and creating strong female leads. When she’s not writing she is advocating for Autism Awareness and involved in the deaf community.

Her favorite things to do are play with her children, craft with her friends, sleep while her husband watches movies and indulge in her favorite addictions: Coffee, candy and shoes.

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10 comments:

Jan Lee said...

I love the cover and the description is strange but exciting :)

Arf2-D2 said...

Interesting take on this style of story. Instead of someone assigned to no role or a lower role, the protagonist is a person in power. hmmm.

Richard Brandt said...

Whatever it was, couldn't be much worse than the selection process we have now.

Unknown said...

Oooh goodies! I love dystopian reads! I definitely want to read this one!!

Unknown said...

love the excerpt!!!

Kathy Davis said...

An interesting read for a political year. I wonder if I would like the new United States more. I need to read it now, so I can find out.

Vanessa @ Fangirl Faction said...

This premise is very interesting. I love dystopian books, and this one is intriguing. I will definitely be putting this one on my TBR list.

Unknown said...

Absolutely love the cover! Can't wait to read this. :)

Rebecca said...

I can't wait to read this book!

Unknown said...

Looks really good! I can't wait to dive into the book.