Dissident

About the Book

A Scathing, Thrill-filled Offering

JM Ferranto’s new mystery thriller spews out a scathing social commentary on modern society.

As a college student ten years ago, JM Ferranto laid the groundwork of a grand, deeply personal project; a multi-dimensional, thrill-filled mystery novel that would also serve as a scathing social commentary on modern society

Dissident, is a mystery thriller that deeply explores some of human society’s most pressing issues: the abortion debates, the theory of “Nature vs. Nurture”, and of life’s most critical choices; the ones that send ripples of impact throughout a person’s existence. Set in the fictional eastern Pennsylvanian town of Revolution, Ferranto’s masterfully-written work follows the trail of Isabella Esposito, and her long, strange journey of self-discovery. After a three-year search for her biological parents, Isabella finds herself facing the barrel of a 9MM handgun — and then passes out from a blow to the head. In her unconscious state, every decision that led her to this point plays out in her mind — and unravels a riveting, thought-provoking story.

A powerful tale of family, right and wrong, and the choices we make in life, Ferranto’s novel is a thought-provoking mystery thriller that tackles a myriad of pressing social issues and bitingly asks: If a child is unwanted at conception, can it ever truly be wanted?

About the Author

J.M. Ferranto has taken a story that he developed over 10 years ago as a college assignment and turned it into his debut full-length novel. He is a high school graphic arts teacher who has never let go of his passion for writing. After the urging of a coworker, Ferranto has finally written his story. He has recently attained his Master’s Degree and resides in southern New Jersey.