Barry Mason Boeken

Cobb County, Georgia. A police recruit tries to absorb everything his complicated new job has to offer. A veteran homicide detective struggles on the edge of self-destruction. A young and beautiful high school art teacher begins a new life, in a new town. They have nothing in common…until the madman the press calls The Machine pulls them into his world of carnage and delusional fantasy. Fueled by fury, the killer stalks his prey with an uncontrollable desire. His disorganized personality type leads to acts of compulsion unlike anything ever seen within the ranks of the Cobb County Police Department. The killer calls himself SFT, and scrawls the letters at his scenes. He’s enormously powerful and confident as the beast…claws and teeth rip at innocent flesh. The crime scenes are horrific. But, as a man, he moves unnoticed through everyday life. Watch the story unfold through the eyes of the characters…through the killer’s eyes, as he labors to make the world into what he has envisioned for it…Maroon!

The story explores the unsettling transformation of individuals who, after interacting with a mysterious digital signal, lose their moral compass and succumb to their darkest impulses. Once law-abiding citizens, they become consumed by hedonism and violence, revealing the fragility of societal norms. This chilling premise delves into themes of technology's influence on human behavior and the thin veneer of civility that can easily be stripped away.

Exploring the challenges faced by young adults, this book tackles the confusion surrounding critical life decisions beyond superficial concerns like fashion. It delves into complex questions that confront today's youth, highlighting the contrasting perspectives between liberals and conservatives. Through a humorous lens, it encourages readers to reflect on their choices and the societal implications of their actions, aiming to provide clarity and insight amidst the chaos of modern life.