DAY ONE: THE CONTINGENCY

By E.D. Sharpe

An orphaned boy, his family's legacy, and a city in the sky. Day One marks the beginning of the end for Jason Griffith; it's the start of a journey he may not survive-and he knows it. With time slipping through his fingers, Jason dives into the past, searching for answers, for meaning¿ and maybe a trace of peace. His journey stretches back to when he was just nine years old, the day his life shattered. After losing his parents under devastating circumstances, Jason is taken in by his uncle and brought to Aether City-a breathtaking sanctuary in the sky, suspended above a crumbling world. In the floating metropolis, buried truths rise to the surface. Jason learns of his parents' involvement with The Contingency-a last-ditch effort crafted in secret to stop the rise of The Betrayer. As he grows up, the trials are brutal, filled with loss, grief, and fear. But the bonds he forges are fierce, lasting, and bring hope even in the darkest hours. With every step toward the future, he inches closer to the legendary footsteps of his father. But being a legend doesn't always mean becoming a hero. A coming-of-age sci-fi journey that weaves pulse-pounding action with quiet love, unwavering loyalty, and life-altering heartbreak. Perfect for fans of dystopian adventures, emotional journeys, secret rebellions, and high-stakes suspense.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F5P6PCFB
• ISBN13: 9798992868128
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Mountain Pine Publishing
• Length: 440 Pages
• Dimensions: 8.7" x 1.3" x 5.7"