Blazing Upheaval by Karen Charles
Published July 25, 2024 by BookBaby
Thriller, 172 pages
In the heart of the tumultuous Rodney King riots in Los Angeles, a dedicated teacher finds herself thrust into a hazardous situation. Struggling to navigate the chaos and reach safety on the freeway, she faces dangerous obstacles that jeopardize her life. An unexpected rescue during a brutal attack plunges her, her family, and two other families into a chilling series of enigmatic events and escalating violence.
As the city grapples with unrest, they are entangled in a web of mysteries swiftly building in intensity. In the turmoil, their bonds of family, loyalty, and love are put to the ultimate test. The tension mounts relentlessly until an unforeseen revelation, coinciding with the cataclysmic Northridge earthquake, irrevocably changes their lives forever.
This gripping true-story thriller delivers suspenseful twists and heart-pounding moments, weaving a narrative of family resilience, solidarity, and enduring love in the face of daunting circumstances. It is a tale that illuminates the strength found within the human spirit when confronted with extraordinary challenges.
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Excerpt
With renewed focus, her heart pounding against her ribcage, Tiffany emerged from the fray. She realized she was only a few blocks from the I-5 freeway, her haven of safety. She pressed the gas pedal, her car surging ahead with newfound urgency.
Tiffany came to an abrupt stop at the red light at the intersection where she would make a left turn onto the freeway entrance. Loud yelling frightened her. Three men surrounded her car. They bounced it up and down. Alarm gripped her racing heart as she understood the hatred in their eyes. They pulled on the locked doors. They pounded on the windows. She felt shock and disbelief as she realized the rioters wanted to harm her! She was helpless! She was trapped!
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About the author
Karen Charles transforms real-life
narratives into gripping fiction thrillers. Her novels intricately weave the
threads of truth into a tapestry of suspense, intrigue, and riveting
storytelling.
An educator by profession, she is renowned for her thriller
"Fateful Connections," which unfolds against the backdrop of 9/11.
"Blazing Upheaval" promises to deliver another chilling,
heart-pounding experience.
Karen and her husband reside on the serene shores of
a beautiful bay in Washington, where she draws inspiration for her compelling
narratives. Explore her insights and musings on the writer's life through her
blogs on "My Life As A Writer" at www.weaveofsuspense.com.
Connect with Karen
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