The Democracy Game

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Populist political parties are increasing their influence across the world. It couldn't happen in New Zealand, could it?


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.


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.


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?


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.

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About the author

Riley Chance

​​​​​​​Riley Chance, whose first novel – Surveillance – was short listed for the Ngaio Marsh awards, is passionate about giving readers fast-paced, engaging novels that also provide a window into societal issues.
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Since being made redundant in 2001, Riley has juggled raising a family, work and life. A seasoned, but unenthusiastic, member of the precarious workforce, Riley has had a myriad of jobs – computer programmer, IT manager, consultant, project manager, mentor, lecturer and, of course, writer.

​​​​​​​When headspace allows, Riley loves to read as well as follow politics, often visiting parliament to watch question time. It is within the political sphere where society can be changed for the better (or worse) and fiction can be a catalyst for change.
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Visit Riley’s web­site at www.rileychance.com.