A liberated synthetic human. An AI trapped in a virtual prison. Can one teen save her friend from an upload disaster? Anya's friend, Cynthia, is a free citizen, despite the Sect's strict rules on segregation. After a section of society accuses her friend of being a troublemaker, Anya worries synth freedom won't be tolerated much longer. Accused of a crime he didn't commit, the AI Quintus must spend eternity in a virtual reality prison, with no access to the systems he built. When an opportunity arises to communicate with one synth, the wily program seizes it. Cynthia's odd behavior worries Anya, leading her to believe a bigger danger looms. When the AI's sudden push for freedom puts her pal in peril, the worried teen rushes to save her. Can Anya stop Quintus from destroying Cynthia's life? Or will the cunning AI trap his jailers with the perfect revenge? Jump into The Resistance Files and explore new sci-fi adventures with our heroine, Anya Macklin. Grab this science fiction tale of oppression and hope today! Note: The first book is a prequel, set before the gang's stint in the Region, and can be read as a standalone. The rest of the series will follow their journey after the Region.