Tom Olbert has been writing science fiction and fantasies almost all his life and was first published nearly twelve years ago. His fiction has appeared in Mbrane Science Fiction, Khimairal Ink, Tower of Light, Nanobison, Afterburn, Allegory, Planet Magazine, Black Petals, and other publications. When not writing, Tom volunteers for healthcare reform, renewable energy, and other causes he cares about. Like a lot of people, Tom is currently looking for steady work. Mr. Olbert lives in Cambridge, MA and comes from what he calls an "interesting family."
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Thaddeus Brewster, a 22nd century ambassador to outer space, finds himself transported back through time to the 21st century. Or, so it appears. As Brewster tries to determine the truth about his predicament, his grip on reality seems to be slipping.
In this dark and dangerous view of humanity's future, mankind appears hopelessly splintered into religious, racial, and cultural factions. In the middle of all this violence and chaos, two men meet as enemies: Jamal, a seasoned military veteran, and Matthew, a young idealist. Soon they are forced into an unlikely alliance when their two embattled societies are attacked by an alliance intent on their mutual destruction.
Jamal lives, his inner strength sustaining him and his faith. Even though Matthew survives, he appears hopelessly lost. Together, they struggle to conquer both their enemies and themselves. With war on all fronts, how can they stand united under flags?
