Conflict (Paperback)

Christopher D. Burns Mfa

ISBN 13: 9798278719557

Published by Independently Published, 2025

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Paperback. Conflict: Two Brothers is a powerful tale of family, faith, and survival.Mason, a preacher and father of two, is still reeling from the tragic death of his wife. His grief has left him emotionally absent, even as his son Mason Jr. rises as a high school basketball star. Jacob, Mason's younger brother, fills the void-attending games, supporting the kids, and wielding influence as a feared drug dealer transitioning into legitimate business.But when a Blood gang member arrives from San Diego, hiding from his past and running new hustles in the neighborhood, the fragile balance shatters. The newcomer latches onto Mason Jr., pulling him into a dangerous world of drugs, stolen cars, and gang loyalty. What he doesn't realize is that Jacob's reach stretches from Grand Rapids back to San Diego-and his presence will ignite a chain of events that no one can control.Old scars resurface as Mason and Jacob relive their own youth: basketball dreams, broken promises, and the moment Mason took the fall for Jacob's crime. Now history threatens to repeat itself, with Mason Jr. caught in the crossfire. When violence escalates and the family is pushed to its breaking point, Mason must confront his grief, his faith, and his brother-leading to a challenging finale.Raw, authentic, and unforgettable, Conflict: Two Brothers delivers the tension, grit, and emotional depth that fans of Power and The Wire crave. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Conflict (Paperback)
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Publication Date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798278719557
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Conflict: Two Brothers is a powerful tale of family, faith, and survival.

Mason, a preacher and father of two, is still reeling from the tragic death of his wife. His grief has left him emotionally absent, even as his son Mason Jr. rises as a high school basketball star. Jacob, Mason’s younger brother, fills the void—attending games, supporting the kids, and wielding influence as a feared drug dealer transitioning into legitimate business.

But when a Blood gang member arrives from San Diego, hiding from his past and running new hustles in the neighborhood, the fragile balance shatters. The newcomer latches onto Mason Jr., pulling him into a dangerous world of drugs, stolen cars, and gang loyalty. What he doesn’t realize is that Jacob’s reach stretches from Grand Rapids back to San Diego—and his presence will ignite a chain of events that no one can control.

Old scars resurface as Mason and Jacob relive their own youth: basketball dreams, broken promises, and the moment Mason took the fall for Jacob’s crime. Now history threatens to repeat itself, with Mason Jr. caught in the crossfire. When violence escalates and the family is pushed to its breaking point, Mason must confront his grief, his faith, and his brother—leading to a challenging finale.

Raw, authentic, and unforgettable, Conflict: Two Brothers delivers the tension, grit, and emotional depth that fans of Power and The Wire crave.