Mark of the Beast (Triple Six series, Book One) by Stephen Simpson

Mark of the Beast is a gripping tale of faith, survival, and the battle between good and evil. This captivating dystopian young adult horror novel, will take you on a harrowing journey through a world on the brink of destruction.

When six devastating bombs rock continents across the globe, claiming the lives of millions, humanity believes it to be a sign of the end times. But they are mistaken. In the aftermath of this catastrophic event, Lydia Murphy, a courageous 17-year-old girl from the village of Alton Stine, located on the continent of Danglen, is thrust into a treacherous journey after losing everything she holds dear.

Alone in this new world, Lydia discovers that survival demands more than mere existence. It requires the unwavering strength of her faith and the courage to stand against the forces of darkness. As she battles the malevolent powers that seek to control and enslave humanity, Lydia learns the true meaning of a life worth living—one that is grounded in the principles of free will and the unwavering pursuit of righteousness.

Mark of the Beast explores themes of spiritual warfare, the importance of individual choice, and the ultimate triumph of light over darkness.

DATE FIRST PUBLISHED: 1 April 2022
eBOOK ISBN: 9798201786267

PAPERBACK ISBN: 9798201846039

FOR READERS AGED 13 and up

17 September 2024

Dear Readers,

Chapter One from my published work Mark of the Beast was reported and subsequently removed by Google. I believe this action may have been taken due to a misunderstanding or a potentially unwarranted report.

I want to assure you that I have the full rights to share this content, as it is my own published work.

Having been published since 2008, I am now in a financial position where I can give back to readers thus sharing my stories chapter-by-chapter for FREE. I don't even have ads. If you feel you want to buy me a coffee that's awesome but certainly not required.

Reading this story is perfectly fine without Chapter One which is basically just a prologue of what happened in this FICTIONAL story of how the end of the world came about for Lydia.

You can download the first five chapters HERE at the Little eBook Shop (also for free) if you want to read Chapter One.

Thank you for your continued support and patience. I remain committed to providing you with free chapters of my books.

Lynette Ferreira (writing as Stephen Simpson)

Without further delay, let's Continue reading Chapter 2/17

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