{"product_id":"the-pearl-in-the-darkness-a-dystopian-apocalyptic-fantasy-novel","title":"The Pearl in the Darkness: A Dystopian Apocalyptic Fantasy Novel","description":"IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE POWERFUL 2020 DEBUT NOVEL FROM SANTANA SAUNDERS\n\n“We went too far. Father is mad. No one make a sound…”\n\nFilled with the suspense and lyrical writing that draws readers to The Stand by Stephen King, a witty humor in the tradition of Andy Weir,The Martian, and a fierce female lead for fans of The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins.\n\nPRAISE FOR THE PEARL IN THE DARKNESS\n\n“Let me just say it kept me up at night thinking about it for days afterwards…I can’t wait for the second book in the series!”@what_banana_read\n\n“The settings were vivid, I felt like I was in the middle of this crazy ride.”@annewithapen\n\n“…it was so addictive to read— I wanted more! If you’re looking for a unique dystopian fantasy this one is for you!”@desireesbookcorner\n\n“…that ending really shook me. It was very unexpected and now I’m stalking Santana’s Instagram for hints on the sequel.”@bookish.and.blue\n\n\"Clever, fun, unexpected…If you like fantasy with unexpected twists you’ll enjoy this.”@coffee_then_words\n\n FROM THE BACK COVER \n\nIn a not-so-distant future, recurring acts of terrorism lead to the abolishment of all religion. Believers taking a stand against the ruling are placed in institutions. All existing Bibles, Quranands and Vedas are destroyed—or so they thought.Leora Smith, a witty, thirty-year-old medical transcriptionist, lives a quiet life due to a debilitating disorder and unwavering faith that must be kept hidden. Her world is turned upside down when a celestial being informs her of the forthcoming apocalypse and assigns her to recruit experts imperative to the subsistence of the society that will remain when the dust settles.Each recruit has a story that can only be seen behind closed doors. Leora’s childhood friend and numerous enlightened allies band together in an effort to persuade the best and brightest.As nature bends in accordance to the plan, Leora's preconceived notions of everything good and evil are about to be tested.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 1735630500\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.1735630500.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Saunders, Santana\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43747435544637,"sku":"BVV.1735630500.G","price":12.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/1735630500-0.jpg?v=1790890782","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/the-pearl-in-the-darkness-a-dystopian-apocalyptic-fantasy-novel","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}