“Let’s go home, Colin. When I wake up tomorrow, I want a full rundown of those posts, and the history of the people refusing to listen to the two of you about leaving. We need to form a plan, but I need sleep first.”
Colin looked up at her from the corner of his eyes. “Okay. Do you want me to sleep somewhere else tonight?”
His question tore right through the center of her chest. “No.” She huffed. “I don’t know why you felt you had to lie to me, and I hate that you did, but I know firsthand how challenging politics can be. You can only ever do what you think is best in that moment.”
He took a few deliberate steps closer. “That’s true. But I’m sorry. I really am.”
She turned back toward their home, standing by Colin’s side. He kept space between them and once again crammed his hands in his pockets. Wordlessly, she stepped closer to him and slipped her hand in the crook of his arm.
His shoulders instantly perked up. After a few steps, he placed his other hand on top of hers. He deftly guided her back to their home. It may only be theirs for this night, but she was grateful to have it.
She couldn’t stay angry at Colin as she knew he wasn’t the villain of their story. For the second time, Colin had lost the future he envisioned for them and she had fallen for their lies.
This must end.
Someone had to make the State pay. She didn’t know how. She didn’t know if it was possible, but she knew their chances of surviving would be stronger together.
The end of Conspired.
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Here is a glimpse at Delivered, the final book in The State Series, coming May 12, 2021! You can grab your copy here. mybook.to/Delivered
The stunning conclusion to the bestselling dystopian romance series The State Series.
Freya lost everything—sacrificed everything—for nothing.
The peaceful existence Freya hoped for is destroyed by the State’s vengeance. They haunt her footsteps, tracking her outside the dome until nowhere—and nobody—is safe.
Fleeing into the unknown, Freya and Colin are desperate to find somewhere beyond the State’s reach. But danger stalks them and their allies. They’re left with one option: take down the State once and for all.
Will Freya destroy the State by shattering everything she loves?
Nobody will escape unscathed as the secrets of the State are finally revealed.
Bestselling author M. J. Kaestli's unique society blends the broken Utopia of Matched with the corruption and stakes of The Hunger Games. The heart-pounding action and suspense will keep you turning the pages until the explosive finale.
Choose your fate—grab your copy today!
Delivered is the final book in a complete 7 book series, told in an overlapping timeline through multiple characters’ point of view.
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This book was the most difficult of the series with multiple meltdowns along the way. There are some people who have made my journey easier. I would like to take a moment to express my gratitude for them.
My editor, Lloyd at LTT Editorial Services
Series logo design, Ann of Rising Phoenix Creations. https://www.facebook.com/groups/715469752216550
My coach, Stacy Sowers of Authors Mojo Academy. You keep me sane when everything feels like it’s going wrong. https://www.authorsmojoacademy.com/?affcode=371640_iqv-uo5j
To my tribe in Authors Mojo Academy for all the cheerleading and support.
The Other 11 Months-Vancouver, who listened to me grumble repeatedly and gave sympathy and many encouraging words to keep going. And when all else failed, gave me a good laugh to momentarily forget about my troubles.
Rob Hetzler, for spending several late hours on Discord with me when I had a tantrum/meltdown and felt I couldn’t get it right. He patiently talked me through the plot points until I could see the missing pieces and make this story come together into something I love.
And my biggest supporters of all, Amanda Kaye and T. L. Thompson who help with blurbs, every emotional up and down, each moment of self-doubt, and who are just always there.
Lastly, I want to thank my readers who have sent emails, messaged me, and rated and reviewed my books. It means the world to know that my stories and characters have impacted your life. I heart you all!
Books in the State Series
Compliant – Book One of The State Series
Conflicted – Book Two of The State Series
Corrupted – Book Three of The State Series
Beyond – Book Four of The State Series
Betrayed – Book Five of The State Series
Conspired - Book Six of The State Series
Delivered - Book Seven of The State Series
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