Death Date

By M.C. Kight

The world of Ashford is a dystopian nightmare, where every citizen is branded with a death date tattooed onto their arm, their lives dictated by the oppressive Righteous Authority. Genevieve, a quiet librarian, works at the West End Library, finding solace in the dusty shelves and whispered stories of the past. But Genevieve's own story is far from peaceful - her death date is rapidly approaching, and she is determined to uncover the truth behind the Righteous Authority's cruel system before her time runs out.

Genevieve's search for answers leads her to a forbidden romance with Patrick, a professor with dark secrets. When her death date passes without incident, Genevieve finds herself pulled into a dangerous underground network known as the Guild, where ghosts - those who have defied the system - band together in rebellion. Rescued from certain death by the mysterious and brooding Tristian, Genevieve is thrust into the heart of the Guild's fight against the Righteous Authority.

As Genevieve adjusts to her new life, she forms uneasy alliances and navigates the complex web of the Guild's operations. Tristian, tasked with training and monitoring Genevieve, finds himself drawn to her in ways he cannot explain, their growing attraction threatened by the constant danger that surrounds them. Meanwhile, Genevieve discovers a devastating truth - her very existence is a threat to the Righteous Authority, as her unique genetic makeup could unlock the key to controlling the ghosts.

Torn between her desire for revenge against Patrick and her growing feelings for Tristian, Genevieve must decide where her loyalties lie. When a daring rescue mission goes awry, leaving allies dead, Genevieve's thirst for vengeance becomes all-consuming. Tristian, torn between his duty to the Guild and his need to protect Genevieve, finds himself caught in the crossfire of her reckless quest for retribution.

As the conflict escalates, Genevieve and Tristian are forced to confront their deepest fears and the possibility of a future beyond the endless cycle of survival and bloodshed. The lines between love and loyalty blur as they navigate the treacherous landscape of the rebellion, each risking everything to protect the other. In the end, Genevieve must make a choice - to embrace the revolution and the chance at a new world, or to succumb to the darkness of her past and the promise of a twisted form of justice.

With high-stakes action, simmering romance, and a dystopian world that mirrors the complexities of our own, "Death Date" is a gripping tale of power, sacrifice, and the enduring strength of the human spirit.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DZX1KT2X
• ISBN13: 9798313263335
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 254 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"