A thought-provoking political thriller with just the right blend of action, unforgettable characters, and a riveting plot that examines a multitude of societal issues.
Populist political parties are increasing their influence across the world. It couldn't happen in New Zealand, could it?
Journalist Grace Marks is investigating two unrelated stories - New Zealand's alt-right, and the emergence of a new organisation, ProtectNZ. When she finds 'dead man's hand' stuck to her front door with a knife, it's obvious she's ruffling some feathers.
Hiding in New Zealand after a mission went sour, former US agent Marla Simmons learns Grace is in danger and wants to help, but finding out who's orchestrating the threats won't be easy.
ProtectNZ, and their populist slogan "Protecting the lives of ordinary New Zealanders", is gaining popularity. Grace worries they're treating democracy as a game, a game they're playing well. When their charismatic leader is shot, interest in ProtectNZ only increases.
The two stories collide as Grace and Marla's investigations deepen. When a body is found, the question is not only who killed them and why, but who was the victim?
As the ProtectNZ juggernaut steamrolls towards the election, Grace and Marla race to expose those pulling the strings. The voting public need to know the truth.
'Riley Chance is producing high-quality local thrillers with a strong political thread, touching on significant issues facing New Zealand society in the modern world.' Editor, Geoff Walker
Riley Chance is writing a series of novels set in New Zealand's near future to both entertain and challenge readers to look critically at society. TheDemocracy Game is the second book in the series; the first book, Surveillance, was published in 2022. Since being made redundant, Riley has juggled raising a family, work and life for over two decades. As a seasoned, but unenthusiastic and slightly bitter, member of the precarious workforce, the question - how can citizens change society? - was the spark that ignited a desire to try and make a difference - to change society. You can find Riley writing, headphones on, in libraries and cafοΏ½s in Wellington and the ManawatΕ«. Now both children are adults (and currently living in Auckland), when not writing Riley is often up a ladder, at the gym or earning money disguised as a management consultant.
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