Heaven’s Shadow - Jeff Downs

Category: Adults, Sci-Fi
Language: English
Keywords: Science Fiction Young Adult

Written by Jeff Downs
Read by David Walker
Format: MP3
Bitrate: 96 Kbps

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“And worlds without number have I created . . . And there are many that now stand, and innumerable are they unto man; but all things are numbered unto me, for they are mine and I know them. ” (Pearl of Great Price, Moses, 1: 33-35)

This is the story of one of those worlds.

For centuries, the planet Zerith’s citizens lived and progressed, thriving on its abundant resources. As Zerith’s technological revolution exploded, its cities grew; and so too did greed and the thirst for power within the hearts of the leaders of Zerith’s corporations. Little by little, the planet’s government fell under the influence and eventual control of its powerful industries.

With Zerith’s government contained, the bid for complete control now focuses on the lone remaining resource: the people.

But there is a force that fights against this oppression–a ragged band of outcasts who passionately believe in personal freedom and agency–at any cost. The first rebellion was a failure, resulting in a tremendous loss of life and forced seclusion for the Rebels. But a new generation of Rebels longs to finish what their parents started. They must succeed, or all will be lost . . . ;