Breaking the Chains

William T Blake

Description

Ken is about to become the leader of his state, his beautiful wife Cathy perfect at his side.

His policies promise a new life with new opportunities, to rid the streets of crime, violence, immorality and corruption and a government that cares for its citizens. Ken has won the hearts of the people, except that is for a few.

Some are determined to see his demise before ever the election is held by using whatever methods are available to them.

Just a few weeks out from the polls he is handed a video, in an instance his world comes crashing down from the seemingly invincible to the utterly defeated, he is left without options.

One by one he uncovers the betrayals, lies and deceit that have cheated and destroyed his life culminating in confrontations with those who are closest to him.

From the highest office to seedy backstreet deals, abuse and violence, betrayal upon betrayal and the loss of innocence 'Breaking the Chains' is an exposé of people whose agenda is motivated by self interest. Some fall deeper and deeper into the abyss while others face failure and defeat through which they find release and redemption.

Sujets

• Religion
• Christianisme
• Crime
• Fiction

Informations

• Publié par: eBookIt.com
• Date de parution: 01 juin 2015
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9781456624774
• Langue: English

Extrait

This novel is entirely a work of fiction.
The names, characters and incidents portrayed in it are the work of the author's imagination. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, events or localities is entirely coincidental.
 
Published by
Kingspeak Pty Ltd
Perth Western Australia
 
Copyright © William T Blake 2015
 
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ISBN-13: 978-1-4566-2477-4
 
William T Blake asserts the moral right to be identified as the author of this work
 
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William T Blake
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I have come to understand that to be successful in almost any endeavour, or indeed in life itself you need people who believe in you. People who, without strings, impart something of themselves into your life. I have been most fortunate to have known such people.
 
Dedication:-
I dedicate this work to my family. To my wife Deborah who spent many hours assisting me. My daughters and their husbands Rachel and Shane, Emma and Ben. To our beautiful grandchildren, every one precious.
 
In Memory:-
Of my mother, Dorothy. God's gift to her seven children and to all those whose lives she touched. A lady who fought the odds and won.
My Father, James Blake, a veteran of the Middle East Campaign during World War Two. A man who became a lost soul due to the consequences of horrors seen and actions he was called upon to do.
 
My Special Thanks To:-
Jim Dwyer who, when I was almost down and not quite out offered me the hand of friendship, the benefit of his wisdom and unqualified support. A friend and a mentor who took a risk and allowed me to be who I was.
Claire Johnson who took time out of her busy life to review my early work and set me in the right direction. Anything in life we give or lose can be replaced, however, our time, when it is gone, it is gone.
Maryclaire Andrews, generous of heart, encouraging and avid reader.
To all of the people who indulged me by reading the draft copies.
Foreword
Breaking the Chains is a compelling story. It is a timely and significant message for each one of us.
You are invited to share in the lives of people who have made particular life choices. It is a journey the reader travels with the different characters as they live out the consequences of those choices. We are drawn into their sense of loss, disappointment and failure as we quite naturally empathise with their feelings of hopelessness.
In many ways this is a tragic story, for some characters are so consumed by motives of power and gain, they miss the real issues of life.
It is also a story of restoration and renewal.
The author reminds us that we cannot change our past, but we can change our future. In this story, hope and reconciliation bring healing. Some characters discover that failure is not final, that they need not be the ultimate victims of wrong choices and that they can choose to change their lives.
As you read this book, I commend you to consider the power of choice.
Gary Hamilton
The Story Begins
The main characters of this story have all passed, the last of them buried today.
Their lives, the stories and the lessons learnt over lifetimes will soon be forgotten as a new generation takes their place.
The sun goes down as night sets in. A man and a woman sit together consuming wine and strong spirits.
The evening progresses and as drunkenness assumes control a few reefers are shared, followed by higher impact illicit and prescription drugs.
The talking and laughing all but ceases. The sounds of the silence herald in a new fear. A frighteningly real fear. One that is borne by the innocence of a child. The young girl who lies awake in her bed, unable to sleep. Waiting, her heart thumping, she is terrified.
She hopes, she prays that the footsteps will pass her door.
"Don't worry," she tells her baby as she hugs her precious tattered doll even closer to her chest, her only friend, the only one she tells all her secrets to. "I promise that mommy will take good care of you."
The bedroom door slowly opens and the young girl starts to quietly weep.
She knows.
The Characters
Ken: Soon to be the leader of government, born into opulence, Ken has it all, undeniably handsome, an abundance of wealth, smooth and charming. Never having experienced failure of any kind, he excels in all he does – there simply is no room in his life for compromise. Superficial, a self-believer, consumed by his own propaganda. Meeting Sarah changes his life.
Sarah: Captivating, uncompromising in her faith.
Maggie: A young run-away who turns to alcohol and drugs to cope with life. A lost soul she no longer knows her own identity, culminating into tragic circumstances.
Chris: Institutionalised, failed by the system, defeated by life, a loner.
Cathy: A stunning beauty, a lady of true class, she’s everything any man could desire. However Cathy has a secret. One that will do the unthinkable and bring Ken to his knees ushering in failure and defeat.
Katie: Mysterious, elusive, a childhood victim of abuse and betrayal.
Jim: Sells his soul to climb the ladder, eventually becoming the leader of his country. He stops at nothing to fulfill his ambitions. Jim pays a heavy price while achieving great wealth and power.
Mary: Innocent, naïve, a country Pastors daughter caught up in a web of lies, deceit and betrayal. She loses control of her life slipping further into the abyss. Ultimately finds redemption.
Ray: The underworld thug who makes it happen while building power through blackmail and intimidation.
Chapter 1
-"I've no doubt he's a man of great vision, determined to achieve his goals and he hasn't shirked the hard yards, not at all.”-
"Mike, can you tell us what's happening down there? From all reports we understand that at one stage the situation was almost out of hand." Immediately the vision switching from the studio newsroom to a lone reporter, standing microphone in hand, surrounded by a massive crowd, a veritable sea of people.
"Well Wendy, I can tell you that out of necessity the gates opened earlier than originally scheduled. These long queues you can see behind me began forming early this afternoon and it truly has caught the event organizers right off guard. No one seems to have anticipated this magnitude of response. It's amazing to stand here and be an eyewitness to all that's happening."
"Tell us Mike, have you had a chance to speak with the organizers?"
"Yes Wendy I have, they expressed deep concerns. The decision to open the gates early has allowed people to enter the stadium in an orderly manner thereby avoiding potential control issues."
"Just how does it feel down there? Can you describe to us the mood of the people?"
"As I said earlier, it's an amazing spectacle. As the stadium fills the atmosphere can only be described as electric. The expectations are tense and filled with excitement. I've got to say that by the stretch of anyone's imagination this is not going to be an ordinary event. For those people that have endured the wait there is now the opportunity to take part in this special occasion. I have no doubt we are witnessing history in the making. This, in my view, promises to be exceptional.”
For just a few moments the vision continued in silence, words unnecessary. The camera remaining firmly focused on the people arriving in their droves. A coming together from every section of the community. All were congregating to hear just one man. This man who promised much, instilling in them a hope for the future.
"Thank you Mike, after this short break we'll return with further commentary from Laurie who is at present with us in the studio and is of course our own political analyst." The news broadcast switched to a commercial break without any further comment.
"Well Laurie what do you make of all this?" Wendy asked as the vision switched back to the newsroom.
"Thank you Wendy. To sum it up, there is a general feeling that for many years the people have been ruled by the politics of the wealthy, the powerful, the corrupt and the uncaring. This man has managed to instill a positive belief in the future and people want to catch a glimpse of him. All are seemingly anxious to hear him speak. In all my time as a political commentator I've not seen anything like it. You can see the arena is filled to capacity and still they're coming, many are standing in the aisles or hopelessly waiting around the outer boundaries. As Laurie was speaking the vision switched to the centre of the stadium, showing the immense stage, lit up brightly, emblazoned with logos and slogans. Huge multiple screens, all displaying his image along with other footage taken during the long campaign months. "I've no doubt he's a man of great vision, determined to achieve his goals and he hasn't shirked the hard yards, not at all. I can see he is a person of real substance, someone who has earned the right to be admired and trusted. The people have for so long wanted to believe and it seems there's a feeling they have finally found that man."
"Thank you Laurie. We will of course be showing an uninterrupted direct to air telecast of this evening’s event and it's something that viewers shouldn't miss. Right now though, we'll cross for the all-important details of tonight's weather forecast."
Chapter 2
- "Is this being taken care of?"
"Nothing you need to worry about sir. The wheels are already in motion." -
The daylight gave way to twilight, with all in readiness the proceedings commenced. A series of short speeches from prominent party officials paved the way for his entry. The public relations machine, the men and wome