I am thrilled to be hosting a spot
on the MANDATE THIRTEEN by Joseph J. Dowling Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Check out my
post and make sure to enter the giveaway!
About The Book:
Author: Joseph J. Dowling
Pub. Date: January 10, 2023
Publisher: Manta Press, Ltd.
Formats: Paperback, eBook
Find it: Goodreads, https://books2read.com/MANDATE-THIRTEEN
In a world with dwindling birth rates, all young women must submit to compulsory fertility checks at the age of thirteen. For those able to conceive, a docile existence inside the Birthing Schools beckons—far worse if they fall into the wrong hands.
When the clandestine Baby Farmers, and their brutal leader Miko, arrive to
snatch his daughter, Michael must make a split-second choice: risk his own
freedom to protect hers… or lose her forever. Mandate Thirteen is
a gritty dystopian thriller for fans of Children of Men, A Handmaid’s
Tale, and The Running Man.
“An action-packed, cross-country adventure between father and daughter as they
dodge authorities, reconnect with old acquaintances, and meet new people (good,
bad, and crazy), forging connections at every stop. I loved every aspect of
their journey and how they learned so much about themselves on the way. This is
dystopian in every way that matters. A worthy addition to any library.” Preye,
Literary Darlings
Why Should You Read This?
Mandate Thirteen is an excellent dystopian fiction novel.
The writing style is immensely descriptive, well-paced, and fast-paced. I could see myself in the scenes the author wrote. The book is an absolute page-turner and will keep you engrossed.
The story has strongly developed characters that raise powerful emotions amongst the readers. I have loved some characters and hated others. Considering this is Dowling’s first published novel, the writing is powerful.
This book is a strong recommendation for dystopian fiction readers!!
About Joseph J. Dowling:
Joseph always knew he would write seriously one day. That moment arrived in 2020, when his thriving hospitality business was temporarily shuttered. With time on his hands, he quickly fell into an obsession and became a keen student of the craft.
Since finding the passion, Joseph can’t imagine life without stories rattling around his head. Eager to make up for lost time, he’s been fairly prolific, and his short stories have appeared in several anthologies and literary magazines. Even better, his rejections are getting nicer by the week.
Joseph lives in London with his wife and their Scotty dog.
Mandate: THIRTEEN will be his first published novel. Scroll to the bottom of
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Giveaway Details:
1 winner
will receive a $30 Manta Press Gift Card, International.
1 winner
will receive a book poster (pictured below), International.
5 winners
will receive a bookmark from this etsy store (pictured below), International.
Ends February 14th, midnight EST.
a Rafflecopter giveawayTour Schedule:
Week One:
1/16/2023 |
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1/17/2023 |
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1/18/2023 |
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1/19/2023 |
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1/21/2023 |
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Week Two:
1/22/2023 |
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1/23/2023 |
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1/24/2023 |
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1/25/2023 |
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1/26/2023 |
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1/27/2023 |
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1/28/2023 |
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1/31/2023 |
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2/5/2023 |
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2/6/2023 |
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2/7/2023 |
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2/8/2023 |
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2/9/2023 |
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2/10/2023 |
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i have to say this sounds like a great story line. a great sounding first book
It is a great pick.