The Wraith Vanguard: Rise of the Vanguard  by W. Sanchez

Jack PennDragon is your average teenager just trying to enjoy his life, but when the 3rd Cron Rebellion erupts he thrust into a fight he didn't want. As the war progresses and betrayal occurs Jack must make a choice and go down a irreversible path that can change not only his life and future but everyone's. He learns to lead, fight for his beliefs, and defend his friends from utter defeat. As the murky vision of the world around him becomes clearer. He never backs down, gives up or runs away, but will that give him the ability to achieve his goal or destroy everything.