In a dystopian world where crime is rampant, the government enforces a law that mandates people to always speak the truth. But this law comes with a deadly catch - if anyone tells a lie, they will be executed immediately.
The story follows a young woman named Ava, who lives in this dangerous world. Ava is a skilled liar and has managed to keep her secret hidden for years. However, when she witnesses a murder and is called to testify, Ava knows that she must choose between her survival and the truth.
As she struggles with her decision, Ava discovers that there are others like her - people who have been living in the shadows, hiding their lies in order to survive. Together, they form a plan to overthrow the government and bring an end to the deadly truth law.
But as their rebellion gains momentum, the stakes become higher, and the consequences of their actions become more severe. Will Ava and her allies be able to topple the oppressive regime, or will they be silenced forever by the deadly truth? Only time will tell in this thrilling tale of danger, deception, and the fight for freedom.
Reso haunts Captain Aliyn Flynn's dreams. On a dangerous mission to discover the star system's secrets, can she and the alluring Tyr find the key to the survival of the galaxy?
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The galactic inhabitants of the Milky Way know the dangers of the Reso star system. Its gas giant, the planet Plenare, terrorizes any ship that dares to approach. After narrowly escaping with their lives, Captain Aliyn Flynn and her crew's impressive survival catches the eye of Earth's government officials, thrusting them into an unexpected and dangerous mission to discover Reso's secrets. Complicating matters further, the alluring and secretive Tyr Logan is assigned to Aliyn's crew as her executive officer. Despite their many differences, Tyr and Aliyn must come to terms with the deep connection they share to decipher an ancient secret--a secret that holds the key not only to the past but the continued survival of the galaxy they call home.
[[Word count: 100,000-150,000 words]]
Content warning: Violence
Watty Winner 2017