The novel is set in a future where the United States has been transformed into a totalitarian state. The story follows a group of rebels who attempt to overthrow the government and establish a new society based on individual freedom and democracy. The plot revolves around a young woman named Sarah, who becomes involved with the rebellion after her family is persecuted by the authorities. As she joins the fight against the government, she discovers that the true enemy is not the totalitarian regime, but rather a powerful corporation that has infiltrated and manipulated the state from behind the scenes. Through Sarah's experiences, the novel explores themes of resistance, revolution, and the struggle for individual rights in a society controlled by oppressive forces.
By Mack Reynolds · First published 1977 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Fantasy