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Humanity's Protectors
- An Influence Series Origin Novella
- Narrated by: Rachel F. Hirsch
- Series: Influence, Book 0.5
- Length: 2 hrs and 49 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Release date: 06-06-17
- Language: English
- Publisher: David R. Bernstein
- Whispersync for Voice-ready
Regular price: $6.95
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Where will you stand at humanity's end?
The corporate abuse of youth who have the special ability to manipulate reality is at its apex. A revolution to regain society has emerged and 16-year-old Leeyah is thrust in the middle of the war against the corporate-controlled police.
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Fast-paced thrill ride!
I loved the narration and the story was so unique and cool! It was short, but well worth it! On to Influence!
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- Eli Larreau
- 11-10-17
Humanity's Protectors is a Great Quick Read
Humanity's Protectors is a Novella so it is a bit shorter but it is packed with action from the start. Great concept and the narrator brought it to life. I've also read Influence by David R. Bernstein and can't wait for the next book in the series. I subscribed to David's email list on his website so I will get notification whenever he publishes a new book. Thanks for making it easy David.