Fifteen-year-old Justin Billings wants nothing more than to break the destructive chain of enmeshment clouding his deliberately sheltered adolescence. But such autonomy is fiercely chastised in the Billings household, and threatens his scheming single-mother Wendy's benefit scam, of which Justin's fabricated autism diagnosis serves as an integral cog.

Hell-bent on fleeing the unbearable psychological abuse, Justin wittingly enters the North Wales care system.

While this desperate move provides temporary respite, his vulnerability amidst the gritty surroundings soon becomes painfully apparent to society's wolves. Tearaway drug dealer Darcy Quinney rules Porth-Y-Graig care home with an iron fist and effortlessly drags him into her seedy, nihilistic crew.

But once you're a company asset, there's no cheap way out.

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What readers are saying about George Veck's gripping crime drama:

????? 'Once again, Veck offers an authentic, gritty, and gripping slice of North Wales's societal underbelly. Monotone Masquerade is a savage read, swinging between painfully funny observations and painfully tragic consequences that are all too real -- highly recommended.' - Rose Auburn - https://www.roseauburn.com/post/monotone-masquerade

????? 'A masterful telling of a young man's struggle to survive in the modern world. Child abuse is always a difficult topic and George Veck handled it with professionalism and humanity.' - Madalyn - https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5800757399

????? 'If you have not read anything by this author then can only recommend giving this brilliant book a go.' - Mark Fearn - https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5781479767

????? 'I liked how relatable the characters were, and how accurate the struggles were especially when they feel lost.' -. Robin Goodfellow - https://hollieshappinessandhealing.wordpress.com/2023/09/17/book-review-for-monotone-masquerade-by-george-veck/

????? ''If you're looking for a coming of age story that paints a very real picture of what some youth must walk through, definitely join Justin on his journey to find real love and care in Monotone Masquerade!' - https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5958913084

????? ''George Veck's storytelling prowess is on full display as he immerses readers in a chilling world of manipulation, vulnerability, and the pursuit of freedom. This gripping tale is a testament to Veck's ability to craft a narrative that leaves a lasting impact, making it a must-read for those seeking a compelling and unsettling crime novel.'' - https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5932458295

???? 'I definitely recommend this book, also to people who went through hardship, had a horrendous childhood or had their own pile of serious struggles.' - https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5881021765

???? 'This book really does portray real life.' - https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6335259090

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