Absence of Song Series by C.B. Stone

Though music is forbidden and could get me in big trouble with the Ministry, I nevertheless often find myself singing softly in spite of the danger. Little do I know just how much hot water my strange compulsion to sing will actually land me in. What is happening in the world around me? How is it happening? How does the stranger Noah fit into things? And most importantly… why me? I’m no more special than the next person. So many questions and so many dangers... moreThough music is forbidden and could get me in big trouble with the Ministry, I nevertheless often find myself singing softly in spite of the danger. Little do I know just how much hot water my strange compulsion to sing will actually land me in. What is happening in the world around me? How is it happening? How does the stranger Noah fit into things? And most importantly… why me? I’m no more special than the next person. So many questions and so many dangers. All I can do is trust that whatever is happening, it is good. I can see that it’s good, and I refuse to let anyone convince me otherwise. less

If you enjoy fast-paced dystopian romance trilogies, with a strong female protagonist and a hint of fantasy, then the Absence of Song series is for you! It's Not Easy Being Chosen My eyes have suddenly and most assuredly, been opened. I now understand what this is all about. And what my role in it is. In that moment I feel alive. Awakened. I’ve never felt so many emotions at once, and they hit me hard... moreIf you enjoy fast-paced dystopian romance trilogies, with a strong female protagonist and a hint of fantasy, then the Absence of Song series is for you! It's Not Easy Being Chosen My eyes have suddenly and most assuredly, been opened. I now understand what this is all about. And what my role in it is. In that moment I feel alive. Awakened. I’ve never felt so many emotions at once, and they hit me hard. It’s like I’ve taken a kick to the solar plexus, but strangely enough, it’s a good feeling. My lips curve, even as I double over, and find myself hitting my knees. It’s a feeling that’s really sort of indescribable. Noah has been right all along. The only question now is what happens next? How do I do what I’ve been called to do? How do I become what I’ve been created to become? So many obstacles stand before me, but if there’s nothing else I’ve learned in my short life… where there is a will, there is a way. Awakening (Absence of Song I)- 30,000 words in length. Becoming (Absence of Song II)- 48,000 words in length Chosen (Absence of Song III)- April 2015 less

It's not easy being Chosen. I can’t believe I’m thinking of going up against the Ministry. But what other choice do I have? This world is in shambles because of them. I’m learning now that people need something to believe in, something to inspire them to act. When they have it, they’re capable of great courage. And there is already talk of that something. That something is us. For the first time in probably their entire lifetimes, people have hope... moreIt's not easy being Chosen. I can’t believe I’m thinking of going up against the Ministry. But what other choice do I have? This world is in shambles because of them. I’m learning now that people need something to believe in, something to inspire them to act. When they have it, they’re capable of great courage. And there is already talk of that something. That something is us. For the first time in probably their entire lifetimes, people have hope. The realization and enormity of it all, the weight of who I am and what my mission truly entails, sends chills down my spine. Noah and I, we are Chosen. Still, this wondrous gift and this ability to restore life to a dying world, as amazing as it is, presents us with problem after problem. Where do we go? Where do we hide? Who is on our side? And the biggest question of all… will it be worth it? less