Jaxon and Thaxton find the world around them filled with danger as they work toward their unified goal to take down The Cooperative. In a dystopian future where artificial intelligence threatens to end humanity, a boy is forced into manhood as he faces challenges that will define him. This book mixes sci-fiction and fantasy to create a fantastic adventure. It is a coming-of-age story for young adults and adults who love a great quest. Jaxon and his best friend Cheeto seek the codes that will allow them to shut down the network that runs The Cooperative. In an underground rebel camp, Jaxon is plunged into a steampunk village where he will have to confront a threat to his potential love interest, Sunny. The codes to shut down The Cooperative are almost within his grasp. He need only defeat the rebel leader in a battle to the death. Meanwhile his friends topside plan a raid on a Cooperative stronghold in order to prevent the genocide of the human teen population. Twin brothers Jaxon and Thaxton push through each obstacle that is put in front of them as they fight for liberty of the human race in book number 2 of the Human Nature series.If you loved Maze Runner, Hunger Games, or The Giver, you will love the Human Nature series.Unmasked is book 1 of the Human Nature series.Defiance is book 2 of the Human Nature series.Resurgence is book 3 of the Human Nature series.Defiance brings it all in a successful blend of dystopian, sci-fi and fantasy. Throw in action and adventure and mix in a little romance makes for a fun story with great characters and an engaging plot.Deanna J. Compton brings us her second trilogy following the YA fantasy trilogy, Freecurrent, well-loved by her readers and earning consistent five-star reviews.Defiance continues Jaxon's voyage of self-discovery. He is quickly becoming a man with every new experience as he aims toward his goal. His values become apparent as he builds character with love and adversity. Even though he questions his own strength, he remains determined to prevail.