Late Autumn, 2028. The War for Identity has begun! Philosophy and psychology converge in this taut political thriller from author Philip Wyeth. Re-elected President Eileen Jeffries-Lao intends to expand the Reparations program worldwide, but now meets resistance from unexpected sources. An aging man of great wealth seeks to tempt defeated presidential challenger Victor Dominguez into a shocking conspiracy. Disgraced FBI agent Marcus Young is given a second chance to prove himself-but only if he can catch a dangerous saboteur in the act! "Reparations Core" is an ambitious satire full of richly drawn characters, keen insights, and clever science fiction flavors. Hands will be revealed... pressure applied... and loyalties tested! Under the shadow of powerful macro forces, the diverse cast of "Reparations USA" and "Reparations Mind" must act decisively as events race forward at a breathless pace. This is Book Three of the "Reparations" series. 47,500 words.