What does freedom really mean? Is it just a word we toss around during speeches, parades, and national holidays? Well, yes, but it’s deeper—something people are still willing to fight for today? In TEXIT: The Hour of Our Disunion, the fictional struggle for Texas independence is more than just politics—it’s a reminder that freedom always comes with a cost.
Texas has always had a unique identity. With a rich history of independence, a booming economy, and strong cultural pride, it’s no wonder the idea of a modern “TEXIT” feels both dramatic and somehow… yep, plausible.
In TEXIT, the characters aren’t just symbols—they’re real, layered, and deeply human. Charlie’s wife, Sophia is the love of his life until she betrays him. She broke a promise, which shattered him. Could he ever recover from it? What the heck? And his boss, Michael Darst’s wife overdoses on pain medication one night and isn’t discovered until the night day. No one saw that coming. Each one is navigating their own version of what freedom means and how to maintain a strong hold on it, when unexpected loss rattled both men’s lives. Pharmaceuticals killed both of them. One from tainted vaccine and one from opioid addiction.
Charlie O’Neal is your basic nice guy, an ex-Army Ranger turned security expert. He’s seen what happens when power falls into the wrong hands—and he’s not afraid to confront an enemy foreign and domestic. He knows that foreign training camps are clustering near the northern and southern borders. Things were slowly moving sideways, untethered, no anchor out to sea while turning around, the Queen Elizabeth2, a massive cruise ship spinning.
Penny Townsend is a brilliant analyst who finds herself entangled in something far more dangerous than spreadsheets and data models. She doesn’t start out wanting to lead a revolution, but she might end up in the heart of one. Penny met Charlie on an early plane ride from Dallas to D.C., where they both had work that day. He liked the way she smelled and she liked the way he smelled. They will laugh about that later on.
Michael Darst represents the financial muscle behind the movement to at least put succession on the ballot next year. He’s not interested in chaos—he’s interested in building a better future. Nothing more. No more. No less.
Together, these characters (and a cast of well-developed allies, benefactors and enemies) paint a vivid picture of what happens when people get tired of business as usual. “Y’all are making us sick and the people have had a bellyful of it.”
The plot of TEXIT doesn’t hinge on just one moment of rebellion. It builds slowly—through unease, distrust, and growing tension. The people of Texas begin to feel unheard. Federal policies feel distant. Promises feel broken. The people are getting nervous.
This novel captures the crescendo: before any system collapses, there’s always a buildup, a swell. The stillness, the moments before… A moment when people whisper things they were once afraid to say out loud. “Women and children first.”
Through well-paced scenes and tight dialogue, the book explores:
It’s a fictional portrayal, yes—but one that taps into very real emotions.
Breaking up is hard to do. Whether it’s a relationship, a job, or an entire union of states, there’s always a cost.
In TEXIT, the cost is laid bare. It’s not just political. It’s personal. And we will struggle. Families are torn apart by differing opinions. Communities are split down the middle. Friends become enemies overnight.
This is where the book really shines—it doesn’t romanticize the idea of leaving. It shows the emotional and societal consequences in a way that feels raw and real. That’s what makes the story so gripping. The stakes are high because the people involved have everything to lose.
Yes, TEXIT is full of action. There are tense meetings, shadowy deals, and moments where you’ll definitely hold your breath. But at its core, this book is about something bigger.
It’s about loyalty—to people, to principles, to Texas; and courage, not just the loud kind, but the quiet kind, the steady and dependable kind, and about our identity; how we can maintain our history and, in word and deed, our Christian culture, and lone-star flag.
You’ll find moments that feel deeply patriotic. Not in a flag-waving kind of way, but in a grounded, thoughtful way. The characters aren’t perfect—they’re not trying to be. But they are trying to do what they believe is right, and that’s where the heart of the story lives.
This is a question the book invites readers to think about—but doesn’t try to answer for you.
Instead, it presents the idea of TEXIT as a thought experiment. It asks:
The story doesn’t preach or take sides. It simply presents a scenario, fills it with unforgettable characters, and lets you decide what to make of it.
At some point while reading TEXIT, you’ll stop wondering about the politics and start thinking about the people. That’s the magic of a well-told story.
You’ll care about Charlie and his mission. You’ll root for Penny. You’ll question the motives of nearly every other character. And just when you think you’ve figured it out—another twist comes along.
If you love books that make you think—books that blend action, emotion, and big questions—you’ll love TEXIT: The Hour of Our Disunion. It’s exciting, it’s smart, and it never lets up.
This book is calling your name.
Ask yourself: What would you do if your state said, “We’re out”?
The Framers of the Constitution envisioned that state governments, not the national government, would be the main unit of government.
