The Takeover - Erin Pickett

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Résumé :
When the world falls apart, how far would you go to protect your family? Lexi Jennings never expected her quiet town to become a war zone. But when terrorists in black uniforms seize control, block every exit, and rip her son from her arms, she is thrown into a brutal concentration camp with her daughter. As a haunting foreign broadcast plays on repeat, brainwashing those around her, Lexi watches helplessly as the women she once knew succumb to psychological warfare-including her own child. Desperate to escape before it's too late, Lexi takes a dangerous risk with the help of a spy. But freedom comes at a price. Reuniting with her husband, Clint, they flee to a remote mountain cabin, hoping to find safety. Instead, their fragile refuge is shattered by the arrival of Clint's high-maintenance ex-wife, her privileged teenagers, and a mysterious fianc? with a hidden agenda. As supplies dwindle and tensions rise, survival isn't just about food and shelter-it's about trust. When Clint leaves on a mission to help reclaim the country, Lexi and Christa must band together against an unexpected betrayal. The enemy isn't just outside the walls-it's inside them. Fast-paced, intense, and thought-provoking, The Takeover is a pulse-pounding dystopian thriller packed with high-stakes survival, psychological warfare, and an unforgettable fight for family. Perfect for fans of The Handmaid's Tale, Red Dawn, and The Road, this gripping survival novel will keep you on the edge of your seat....

Sommaire:
Lexi's marital problems are the least of her worries after terrorists invade her small town. To keep her family safe, she must stick with her would-be ex-husband. But gun-wielding men have other ideas. Sent to separate modern-day concentration camps, people they've known their entire lives become strangers due to brainwashing. Thankfully, Lexi's marriage gives her enough to think about to keep from being turned into a puppet for the terrorists. Late one night, the door to Lexi's prison opens. A spy recognizes her strength and sends her to recruit others who may have eluded captivity. Outside the fence, Lexi faces the added challenge of reversing her daughter's mindset. The young girl is conflicted and tries several times to return to the compound. After nearly being caught, they make it home to find Clint has also escaped with their son. They pack some supplies and head into the Adirondack Mountains to a cabin owned by Clint's ex-father-in-law. The plan is simple: survive. But they soon have company. And one of them arrives in Jimmy Choos. With more mouths to feed, their work is cut out for them. When they encounter terrorists in the mountains, Clint determines the best course of action is for him to head to Canada to get reinforcements. He wants to leave most of the group behind, feeling they'll be safer nestled where they have access to shelter and food. The fact that Lexi doesn't trust someone inside the cabin isn't part of the big picture. Besides, the would-be suspect hasn't actually done anything obviously harmful to the group. Quite the opposite, in fact. But Lexi's instincts still tell her she's in danger. And, if she can't convince the others, none of them will make it out of the cabin alive....