A controversial political drama exposing private conversations between U.S. lawmakers—conversations never meant to be heard.

Set during the heated civil-rights era, Chains places readers inside closed rooms where policy was debated, shaped, and quietly agreed upon—long before consequences reached the public.

Drawn from documented speeches, statements, and ideology, Chains doesn’t argue conclusions.

Are you ready to hear what was never meant to be heard?

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What Readers Are Saying

“For the first time in my life I feel like I can do anything…this is the red pill on America's ‘racism.'"

- Issa G., 24 (African-born man who moved to the USA at age six)

“This is a must, must must, read. First the writing is fantastic, I was riveted. I know this is supposed to be historical fiction but it sure sounds like actual history. Second, I was always suspicious something like this was going on but to actually sit in the room and watch it unfold was mind blowing. Whatever position you hold on racism you need to read this."

- Jo T.

“The chapter on Family totally ticked me off, and the Key's chapter brought tears to my eyes. LOTS to think about here. All in all I left feeling hopeful and I'm still pondering what I encountered here.”

- Robyn T.

Unfiltered reactions from early readers

About the Author

Ivan Freed writes from the vantage point of long observation rather than ideology.

After decades of working alongside leaders, institutions, and communities shaped by power, policy, and consequence, Freed began tracing patterns that rarely surface in public debate. Chains emerged not as an argument, but as a reconstruction—placing readers inside private conversations where long-term decisions first took shape.

Writing under a pseudonym, Freed avoids commentary and authorial conclusions. The story unfolds through dramatized but historically grounded dialogue, allowing the reader to confront the material without instruction or moral framing.

The author believes the most unsettling truths are discovered, not taught.

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Chains

by Ivan Freed

Chains isn’t meant to be skimmed quietly.
If it raises questions, objections, or something you need to say—