The Last Republic

Deseret Series, Book 1

De: Ryan McBeth

Narrado por: Garan Patrick

In 1849, Brigham Young declared independence. In 2025, the United States declares war.

In the heart of the American West lies Deseret—a Mormon theocratic nation born of faith, isolation, and resilience. For nearly two centuries, it has stood as a testament to independence and religious devotion. But now, Deseret finds itself at the center of a global conflict, its survival threatened by the world's only remaining superpower: the United States.

When the US launches a military operation to dismantle Deseret's alliance with Iran, the battle-lines blur between morality, faith, and ambition. As American forces attack, the citizens of Deseret fight back with unyielding resolve, advanced weapons, and a belief that their cause is divine.

Amidst the chaos, an embedded journalist with the 101st Airborne wrestles with the human cost of war, while Deseret fighter pilot rises as a symbol of resistance. In the shadows, a Mossad courier uncovers secrets that could shift the balance of power, and a police lieutenant faces a moral reckoning that could determine the fate of his nation.

The Last Republic is a gripping tale of geopolitics, faith, and survival—a story where ideologies clash, loyalties are tested, and no one emerges unscathed. As the smoke clears, one question remains: How far will a nation go to protect its identity, and what price will it pay?

Welcome to Deseret. Choose your side.

©2025 Ryan McBeth Productions LLC. (P)2025 Ryan McBeth Productions LLC.

Keeps you guessing the whole way through.

Great listen, entertaining. I fallow that author on other platforms. Always well informed. Would definitely recommend.

Great sophomore effort!!

Looking forward to seeing how this turns out for Levi and the others.. as was pointed out “who is the bad guy here”?

A very interesting take on alternative American history

I appreciated the genuine effort the author took to reflect what Utah and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints might look like in 2025 in this alternative history scenario. It's not every day the scriptures that you hold dear in your heart become chapter headers in a way that helps carry the story. Great writing, looking forward to the next book!

Fun ride

I enjoyed this, Some very interesting ideas.

Characters could be fleshed out more, but it’s done well!

the complicated relationships

loved the story and the history that made up the story. looking forward to more from this author.

FRESH technothriller, strong, engaging concept!

This new author of technothriller has hit the ground running with a strong concept, engaging characters, and satisfying technical details. As befits his background, he is in his wheelhouse with infantry specifically, and military ops generally, bringing them and their practitioners to sympathetic life. Very much looking forward to what he does next.

(I'd have given 5 stars throughout, except that as a Utah boy I kept tripping over a few of the performer's place name mispronunciations. Oh--and the U.S. president's cringy stereotyped accent... Otherwise first rate.)

really caught me off guard

really good story and great narration, came to the book from Ryan's YouTube and was not disappointed

really interesting world building and fast paced storytelling

really interesting world building and fast paced storytelling. the voice acting was also well done. I would definitely recommend it.

The proper use of current technology.

The Last Republic by Ryan Macbeth is a gritty military-political thriller that blends sharp dialogue with intense action. It explores how good intentions can spiral into chaos, offering a compelling “what if” scenario. A gripping read for fans of alternative history and high-stakes power struggles.

Great story

Another winner written by Ryan. Written perfectly, I can't wait for the next in the series.