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State Of War
The State is at war at home and abroad. While the global First Strike War continues, a civil war threatens to bring down the ruling Central Alliance Party.Daniel Samson - Citizen, Traitor, Survivor.Gabriella Marino - Soldier, Assassin, Fighter.Caught between the State Forces and the rebels, hunted by both sides, they must choose between their own survival and protecting the city and the citizens trapped within the war zone.Are they willing to sacrifice their own chance of happiness to save a city from destruction?The thrilling conclusion to The State Trilogy sees Danny and Gabriella join forces against their enemies in a fight that will determine the fate of the State, and the lives of all those who live there.
271 pages, Paperback
Published May 1, 2023
About the author
Iain Kelly
8 books95 followersIain Kelly lives in Scotland, UK. His latest novel, 'Full Sun', a crime thriller set in Glasgow will be published in November 2024.
He is married with two children and works in the media industry as a television editor. When he is not creating stories through sound and vision, he is writing them. 'A Justified State,' published in 2018, was his first novel. It was followed by a sequel, 'State Of Denial' in September 2019 and 'State Of War' in 2020, which concluded 'The State' trilogy.
In 2022, he first partnered with The Book Guild to publish the coming-of-age mystery 'The Barra Boy', which was followed in 2024 by the historical thriller 'All We Cannot Leave Behind'.
Find out more and read more of his work at his writing blog: www.iainkellywriting.com
He is married with two children and works in the media industry as a television editor. When he is not creating stories through sound and vision, he is writing them. 'A Justified State,' published in 2018, was his first novel. It was followed by a sequel, 'State Of Denial' in September 2019 and 'State Of War' in 2020, which concluded 'The State' trilogy.
In 2022, he first partnered with The Book Guild to publish the coming-of-age mystery 'The Barra Boy', which was followed in 2024 by the historical thriller 'All We Cannot Leave Behind'.
Find out more and read more of his work at his writing blog: www.iainkellywriting.com
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December 16, 2020
The third & final book in the State trilogy is a worthy end to the series. Familiar characters encounter some difficult situations & the fate of many lives hang in the balance.
Iain Kelly once again takes us into his dystopian future with great ease & skill. A lot of writers could learn how to create a believable future by studying Kelly's novels.
The State trilogy may have concluded, but I eagerly await whatever Iain Kelly writes next.
Iain Kelly once again takes us into his dystopian future with great ease & skill. A lot of writers could learn how to create a believable future by studying Kelly's novels.
The State trilogy may have concluded, but I eagerly await whatever Iain Kelly writes next.
August 31, 2024
The final part of the crime thriller trilogy set in the near future.
July 7, 2020
What a terrific end to this dramatic futuristic trilogy! More action, more emotional stakes and this time the wrong move will not only end their lives but take a city with them.
Danny is fighting for his city and his heart, he is not a soldier but he accepts the burden of a fight because it is what’s right. Gabriella is fighting to bring down the state and the independents. She IS the soldier but she fights because it is who she is. The State wants rebel blood and they have no fear of sacrificing the innocent to do it. The independents are the same… they want to bring down the State and don’t care who gets in their way. The only ones standing between The State and the Independents are Danny, Gabriella and a their tiny force determined “regular folk.”
This is a terrific part three to this exciting trilogy. Building upon the worldbuilding of the previous books, State of War takes us beyond the city into a world of rebellious acts designed to hurt the enemy.
The truth has come out about the State’s horrendous actions in the past and war has broken out. The civilians stuck in the city are caught in the middle of this war and one man… a broken and lost man… might end up the as the final bullet that brings the State to its knees.
Full of action, intrigue and strong emotions this is an enjoyable read. There is sacrifice, noble causes and betrayal in many forms and I totally recommend it!
Danny is fighting for his city and his heart, he is not a soldier but he accepts the burden of a fight because it is what’s right. Gabriella is fighting to bring down the state and the independents. She IS the soldier but she fights because it is who she is. The State wants rebel blood and they have no fear of sacrificing the innocent to do it. The independents are the same… they want to bring down the State and don’t care who gets in their way. The only ones standing between The State and the Independents are Danny, Gabriella and a their tiny force determined “regular folk.”
This is a terrific part three to this exciting trilogy. Building upon the worldbuilding of the previous books, State of War takes us beyond the city into a world of rebellious acts designed to hurt the enemy.
The truth has come out about the State’s horrendous actions in the past and war has broken out. The civilians stuck in the city are caught in the middle of this war and one man… a broken and lost man… might end up the as the final bullet that brings the State to its knees.
Full of action, intrigue and strong emotions this is an enjoyable read. There is sacrifice, noble causes and betrayal in many forms and I totally recommend it!
March 9, 2023
This was such a good tense ending to a great series. Kelly describes such wonderfully imagery of a near future police state controlled world, with two sides, one of dominance, and one of submission.
Many of his characters have a depth that can be relatable to the average person, lost, intimidation, isolation, mental health, and fear. You yearn for the heroes to win.
The narrative is well paced and not confusing, yet complex enough to have you guessing and wanting more.
Excellent writer who has a bring future!
Many of his characters have a depth that can be relatable to the average person, lost, intimidation, isolation, mental health, and fear. You yearn for the heroes to win.
The narrative is well paced and not confusing, yet complex enough to have you guessing and wanting more.
Excellent writer who has a bring future!
May 15, 2022
Storytelling at its best.
I’m sad I’ve come to the end of a compelling journey with believable and loved characters. Each page is an adventure. It’s a well written trilogy that entertains, makes you think and empathise.
It feels familiar and almost real. You care about the characters and you care about their country.
I felt I had invested in a Netflix drama series. I binge read these books. Reading when and wherever I could.
I look forward to more books by Iain Kelly and maybe a TV series adapted from these books?
I’m sad I’ve come to the end of a compelling journey with believable and loved characters. Each page is an adventure. It’s a well written trilogy that entertains, makes you think and empathise.
It feels familiar and almost real. You care about the characters and you care about their country.
I felt I had invested in a Netflix drama series. I binge read these books. Reading when and wherever I could.
I look forward to more books by Iain Kelly and maybe a TV series adapted from these books?
January 7, 2022
State of War is the third in the series and completes the story of Daniel and Gabriella and their cohorts as they struggle for right in a future tainted by madness, violence and lies. The characters are so deep, so well written, that you forget they aren’t real people and the plot moves at a quick clip. If you enjoy political thrillers filled with suspense as much as I do, don’t miss this series. I recommend starting with A Justified State and State of Denial to gather all the juicy background.
April 21, 2022
I Knew it Would End this Way
But I was still sad..
I enjoyed this trilogy I only wish I had read this third part more closely behind the second, but it didn't take long for me to remember thanks to the hints from the author.
But I was still sad..
I enjoyed this trilogy I only wish I had read this third part more closely behind the second, but it didn't take long for me to remember thanks to the hints from the author.
August 26, 2021
My review on the trilogy:
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June 6, 2022
A satisfying end to this trilogy. 4.5⭐️
August 5, 2020
The last book in the trilogy. Book 1 takes you to a futuristic modern state. However, just like all great civilizations the state has succumbed to its own follies. The culmination of all is the state of war. It's good to see Gabrielle back in action. Danny tries to save his city. Phillips is back. Is he the saviour or the cold blooded politician. James finally decides to stand up and that ultimate climax is worth reading.
Fast paced like the previous two books.
Fast paced like the previous two books.
January 20, 2023
A superb finish to the series tying off all loose ends. The first half seemed to be drifting for me but I can now see why as the last half was unstoppable with pace and drama. I couldn’t put it down and just had to keep going.
Great work Iain. Believable characters, a well thought through plot line, no inconsistencies and something that I genuinely think should make the screen in one shape or another.
Great work Iain. Believable characters, a well thought through plot line, no inconsistencies and something that I genuinely think should make the screen in one shape or another.
November 19, 2022
The State Trilogy 3
It was a series of books that I'm sorry to have come to the end of,so reminds me of the state of this country today, look forward to reading more from Iain.
It was a series of books that I'm sorry to have come to the end of,so reminds me of the state of this country today, look forward to reading more from Iain.
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