IT'S 2047. SECRETS HAVE BEEN REVEALED. AND WASHINGTON WANTS REVENGE. Dray Quintero uncovered an ugly truth: the leaders in D.C. are fake. They’ve stolen the identities of those elected to Congress and are determined to stay in power, using his own technology to dupe the population. After revealing this truth to his fellow citizens, Dray joins the rebellion—but his joining is as much to free the U.S. as it is to avenge his loss. Before he can strike, the government’s Agency attacks with devastating consequences. Dray and the other survivors are forced to run as Agents hunt them. Then he makes a discovery that could alter the country’s future. He’s forced to choose between the rebellion and a desperate hope. Between family and country. What he does will change everything. Don't miss the propulsive series finale, The Price of Freedom . "An example of an excellent science fiction book" ★★★★★ — Litpick "An exciting, fast-paced adventure... This book is jam-packed with actio n, as well as regret, guilt, love, and pain." — Readers' Favorite "Bland delivers nonstop, pulse-pounding action that's expertly tied to character arcs while deepening the worldbuilding and mysteries of the first book.... Bland is careful to balance the thrills with heartfelt interactions between his characters." — BookLife "...the type of action science fiction book that lovers of pacy novels will adore ...if you like car chases, gun battles and nefarious baddies, then this is your thriller." — SF Book Reviews "...a brilliant exploration of loyalty, truth, and the enduring human spirit . Michael C. Bland's ability to blend complex societal issues with deeply engaging characters and a suspenseful narrative is truly remarkable. The novel invites readers to ponder the implications of government deception and the consequences of rebellion, all while delivering an electrifying and emotional rollercoaster of a story ." — A Look Inside: Books, Movies & Music "Bland does an incredible job of conveying emotion throughout the novel... His dramatic timing and ability to build tension throughout chapter after chapter is remarkable." — Independent Book Review "The second installment...seamlessly interweaves gripping, pulse-quickening action with moments of poignant vulnerability, offering an atmospheric exploration of resistance and moral dilemma. Bland masterfully employs a rich yet accessible detailing that furnishes an immersive reading experience without cascading into the tedious abyss of technical jargon prevalent in the sci-fi genre. His narrative cadence harmoniously balances rapid-fire action with meticulously unfurling scenes, enabling readers to take in the emotional and ethical complexities of the unfolding drama ... Bland delivers a stellar sequel and intensifies the reader's eagerness for the concluding installment, where the final cost of rebellion will, with bated breath, be revealed." ★★★★★ — Literary Titan "Libraries and readers interested in dystopian stories of the future which juxtapose issues of genetic engineering, social and political power plays, and intrigue with a powerful attention to psychological depth and detail will find The Price of Rebellion stands surprisingly strongly on its own. It provides a supplemental story to the first book and...portends new experiences to come in the final book of the trilogy." - D. Donovan, Sr. Reviewer, Midwest Book Review "From the beginning to the end, it was one crazy action filled and very fast-paced adventure ...I'm eager to get into the next book as soon as I can." — Cozy With Books Michael's debut novel The Price of Safety was published in 2020. Though released during a global pandemic, The Price of Safety reached #7 in Amazon's rankings for Dystopian novels and won awards for both Science Fiction and Thriller (by Indie Book Awards) as well as New Fiction (by National Indie Excellence Awards). The second novel in the trilogy, The Price of Rebellion , was released in May 2023. It has won nine awards including Best Science Fiction Novel of 2022 by Indies Today. His third novel, The Price of Freedom , was released on April 8, 2025.   Michael is a founding member and the secretary of BookPod, an online book support group. He currently lives in Florida with his wife and their dog Pico.