Stand: The Cost of War

The Ricchan Chronicles, Book 2

By: Mark Moore

Narrated by: Sebastian Brown

In a world where revolution ignites the flames of change, the true price of war is exacted upon both oppressors and the oppressed, engulfing the righteous and the morally compromised alike. In Stand, Damien Flynn finds himself thrust into the eye of this relentless storm, where the boundaries between justice and tyranny grow increasingly indistinguishable.

What started as a fervent rebellion between the oppressed Ricchans and despotic Braitons has evolved into an insatiable tempest threatening global peace. Aspiring conquerors, greedy opportunists, and desperate souls all rush to profit from the chaos of war, further complicating Damien's mission and placing the fate of the Ricchans at even greater risk than they could have imagined.

Damien's struggles and burdens are not borne alone. Victoria Montgomery, the heart and soul of the Ricchan uprising, confronts the shattering repercussions of her choices, paying a price too steep to bear. Stripped of her one true love and perhaps even her will to continue, she must find a glimmer of hope amidst the encroaching darkness.

As the tides of war shift against them, Damien, Jenn, and Victoria must stand united—or face the dire consequences of defiance: complete obliteration.

In this captivating tale of shattered allegiances, harrowing sacrifices, and heroic resilience, Stand challenges the very notions of right and wrong, testing our beliefs in the face of unwavering adversity. Embark on a breathless journey through the blurred lines of morality, where the fate of nations rests in the hands of the few brave enough to defend their vision of a just world.

©2020 Mark Moore (P)2025 Mark Moore

Excellent characters

The author’s character development and the way he puts us inside their heads is reminiscent of Stephen King.