Hope Held Hostage volume one in a series of books featuring Jamal and Chaz. Life is great in the town of Peakersville, until one Saturday morning something strange happens. People seem to be angry and on edge. The entire town has a feeling of hopelessness. Join Jamal and Chaz as these unique twin brothers set out on a journey to restore hope to the town of Peakersville. With their trusted robot BV91, Jamal and Chaz venture through the woods of wonder into the unknown as they race against the clock to somehow find something that they have never actually seen, HOPE. Along the way you will meet Lynn and Fredo, who along with Jamal and Chaz are best friends known as "The God Quad." Hope Held Hostage is a wonderful story of inclusion, diversity, and friendship. Jamal and Chaz are two characters your children will remember for years to come. Don't worry the God Quad is on the case.