The Democracy Game

<p><strong><em>Populist political parties are increasing their influence across the world. It couldn't happen in New Zealand could it?</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Journalist Grace Marks is investigating two unrelated stories - New Zealand's alt-right and the emergence of a new organisation ProtectNZ. When she finds 'dead man's hand' stuck to her front door with a knife it's obvious she's ruffling some feathers.</p><p>Hiding in New Zealand after a mission went sour former US agent Marla Simmons learns Grace is in danger and wants to help but finding out who's orchestrating the threats won't be easy.</p><p>ProtectNZ and their populist slogan Protecting the lives of ordinary New Zealanders is gaining popularity. Grace worries they're treating democracy as a game a game they're playing well. When their charismatic leader is shot interest in ProtectNZ only increases.</p><p>The two stories collide as Grace and Marla's investigations deepen. When a body is found the question is not only who killed them and why but who was the victim?</p><p>As the ProtectNZ juggernaut steamrolls towards the election Grace and Marla race to expose those pulling the strings. The voting public need to know the truth.</p><p><br></p><p>'Riley Chance is producing high-quality local thrillers with a strong political thread touching on significant issues facing New Zealand society in the modern world.' <em>Editor Geoff Walker</em></p>