Dark Tomorrow 2: Cult of the Crow Dark Tomorrow - Book Two by Jeremiah Franklin ***Science Fiction - Post-Apocalyptic - Spotlight - Excerpt - Giveaway***
Dark Tomorrow 2: Cult of the Crow
Dark Tomorrow - Book Two
by Jeremiah Franklin
Genre: Science
Fiction/Post-apocalyptic
Publisher: Month9Books
Publisher: Month9Books
Date of Publication: November 12,
2019
ISBN: 978-1-948671-95-8
ASIN: B07W4XJSSB
Number of pages: 304
Cover Artist: Danielle Doolittle
Kill or be killed is the new
normal for Sawyer, Sara, and the survivors of the deadly virus that has all but
annihilated the human race.
With the death of Sara’s father
and the disappearance of the strange boy known as Mason, the teens are left
reeling, but alongside the enigmatic ex-Marine, Edward, they soon forge an
alliance with a collection of young survivors led by the sage and charismatic
Kai.
Nevertheless, when their new
companions begin to mysteriously disappear, the group is once again thrown into
a desperate struggle for survival, where only the most cunning and relentless
will prevail.
Ultimately, among whispers of
top-secret military bunkers, lost gold, and a shadowy group known as the Cult
of the Crow, Sawyer and Sara must face the grim realization that death and
betrayal lurks in every corner, and when it comes to the end of the
world--nothing is what it seems.
Welcome to JB’s Bookworms with Brandy Mulder.
Tell us about your newest book.
My latest book is called Dark Tomorrow II: Cult of the Crow, and it’s the second novel in the three-book, Dark Tomorrow series. It’s a fast-paced, post-apocalyptic YA thriller that will get your heart pumping for sure.
Writing isn’t easy. What was the most difficult thing you dealt with when writing your newest book?
I would say that editing is the most difficult aspect of writing for me, but at the same time, it is also the most rewarding. In my experience writing the second book, it was important that the novel serve as a bridge between books one and three, and I worked hard to make those vital connections during the editing process. In the end, and despite the difficulties, I feel like the time and effort I spent editing was invaluable to the story as a whole.
Tell us a little bit about your writing career.
In terms of my writing career, it is all very new and exciting. My first book, Dark Tomorrow: Rise of the Crow, came out just last year and the second book in the trilogy comes out on November 12 of this year. Since that time, I’ve had the opportunity to do book signings at bookstores and conventions, I’ve spoken to writer’s groups, and I’ve participated in several author fairs—all of which has been great. I’m looking forward to more of the same in the future.
They say Hind-sight is 20/20. If you could give advice to the writer you were the first time you sat down to write, what would it be?
I’d tell myself to be confident from page one. Writing a good book is no easy task, but second-guessing yourself will only slow you down. I’d also tell myself to be more in the moment when I write. Sometimes it’s good to just get words down on paper—every sentence doesn’t have to be a masterpiece at first attempt, that’s what editing is for.
What was your most difficult scene to write?
I think the scenes where my characters are dealing with loss are always the most difficult to craft. As an author, many of us become emotionally-attached to our characters, and when they feel pain, so does the author. At the same time, I also try not to forget that I do get to share in their triumphs as well, and let’s be honest, even the hardest day of writing is still a good day when it comes down to it.
Are themes a big part of your stories, or not so much?
I definitely think themes are important to most novels, and mine are no exception. The Dark Tomorrow trilogy is a coming of age story based on the classic themes of survival, of love, of man against nature, and of man against man.
What are you working on now?
I am currently in the final steps of editing book three in the trilogy. It is named, Fall of the Crow, and it is scheduled to be released sometime in spring of next year.
Who is your favorite character from your own stories, and why?
While I definitely identify with the character of Sawyer, I think that the main female protagonist, Sara, is the more intriguing character of the two. While Sawyer seems to think and operate like a piece of heavy machinery at times, Sara is more nuanced and complicated. She might look like just a pretty face, but if you cross her, she’ll cut your heart out and smile while she does it.
Most writers were readers as children. What was your favorite book in grade school?
I had so many books that I loved as a kid, but one of my all-time favorites was (and still is) Jack London’s, The Call of the Wild. It’s an amazing tale of survival and one that I highly recommend to readers of any age.
What are your plans for future projects?
I’d really love for the Dark Tomorrow story to expand into other media opportunities. I’ve had so many readers ask me when the movie is going to be made, or when Netflix is going to make a series out of it, and I think to see the story on screen would be an absolutely amazing next step.
Is there anything you would like to add before we finish?
I want to say thank you for the interview, it is much appreciated. I also want to thank my agent, Mark Gottlieb of Trident Media, my publisher Month9books, and all of the readers out there. Thanks for the ongoing support, pick up a copy of Dark Tomorrow II: Cult of the Crow, and happy reading.
Good luck with your newest release, and thank you for being with us today.
Excerpt:
Sawyer leveled the shotgun at the
nearest set of bushes, but just as he was about to begin the countdown, there
was the faintest sound of a gun cocking, and suddenly the thick brush ahead of
him erupted in a hail of gunfire. Sawyer had once heard his father say that
sometimes in war all you can hope for is to “return fire and pray,” but with
bullets flying only inches past his body, there was no time to talk with God.
Instead, he dropped to one knee and squeezed the trigger as fast as he could,
pumping three rounds of double-zero buckshot into the brush.
He heard a shriek of pain and a
low groan as the last round of buckshot tore through the bushes, but there was
no time to breathe easy. The boy looked back at the cliff behind him and grit
his teeth. There was no question that Sawyer had been born with luck on his
side, but even he knew that he could not hope to survive another volley of
gunshots at such close range. He could hear movement in the brush, and with
only one bad option left on the table, Sawyer emptied the last three rounds
from the shotgun into the bushes, swallowed hard, and leapt off the edge of the
cliff.
About the Author:
Jeremiah
Franklin is a former private investigator, arm-chair survivalist, and author of
the Dark Tomorrow trilogy. When he is not creating thrilling post-apocalyptic
worlds, or discussing himself in the third person, the author enjoys reading,
staying active, and spending time outdoors with family and friends. He holds a
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, a Master’s Degree in Education, and several
other certifications that no one really cares about. He lives, writes, and
plays in beautiful central Oregon, USA.
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I like the cover. The cover is so cool.
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