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Action of Purpose #1
Through the Fury to the Dawn
An Incredible Purpose Awakens…
With no hope of receiving a vital heart transplant, police officer Kane Lorusso knows his days are numbered. He will never play ball with his young son or get to see his daughter married. Spiraling into a pit of depression, Kane believes his life is over. Little does he know that mysterious forces are at work in his life and in his heart.
On a cool April morning, the civilized world crumbles in the wake of worldwide chemical attacks and nuclear destruction. Kane, a bitter agnostic, is torn to his foundation by the realization that the God of the universe has preserved him for a reason. Testing a newfound faith, he must forge alliances with the other chosen and vow to make a stand against the rising tide of darkness. Preyed upon by ghoulish, cannibalistic mutants and pursued by a merciless gang of bandits demented by an unimaginably sinister power, Kane finds that the road to redemption is paved equally with terror and hope as he struggles to fulfill his purpose and become the man both Heaven and Earth need him to be.
With no hope of receiving a vital heart transplant, police officer Kane Lorusso knows his days are numbered. He will never play ball with his young son or get to see his daughter married. Spiraling into a pit of depression, Kane believes his life is over. Little does he know that mysterious forces are at work in his life and in his heart.
On a cool April morning, the civilized world crumbles in the wake of worldwide chemical attacks and nuclear destruction. Kane, a bitter agnostic, is torn to his foundation by the realization that the God of the universe has preserved him for a reason. Testing a newfound faith, he must forge alliances with the other chosen and vow to make a stand against the rising tide of darkness. Preyed upon by ghoulish, cannibalistic mutants and pursued by a merciless gang of bandits demented by an unimaginably sinister power, Kane finds that the road to redemption is paved equally with terror and hope as he struggles to fulfill his purpose and become the man both Heaven and Earth need him to be.
262 pages, Paperback
First published October 1, 2011
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About the author
Stu Jones
10 books225 followersSWAT Sniper. Adventurer. Award Winning Author of Epic Genre Bending Thrillers.
A veteran law enforcement officer, Stu Jones has served in patrol, narcotics, criminal investigations, as an instructor of firearms and police defensive tactics and as a team leader of a multi-jurisdictional SWAT team. He is trained and qualified as a law enforcement SWAT sniper, as well as in hostage rescue and high-risk entry tactics. Recently, Jones served for three years with a U.S. Marshal’s Regional Fugitive Task Force - hunting the worst of the worst.
A Dragon Award Nominee, Jones is the author of multiple sci-fi/action/thriller novels, including the multi-award-winning It Takes Death To Reach A Star duology and Condition Black, written with co-author Gareth Worthington(Children of the Fifth Sun, A Time for Monsters).
Known for his infectious storytelling and blistering action, Jones strives to create thought-provoking reading experiences that challenge the status quo. When he’s not chasing bad guys or writing epic stories, he can be found planning his next adventure to some remote or exotic place.
Jones is represented by Italia Gandolfo of Gandolfo Helin & Fountain literary.
www.stujonesfiction.com
For updates - make sure to follow Stu @StuJonesFiction
A veteran law enforcement officer, Stu Jones has served in patrol, narcotics, criminal investigations, as an instructor of firearms and police defensive tactics and as a team leader of a multi-jurisdictional SWAT team. He is trained and qualified as a law enforcement SWAT sniper, as well as in hostage rescue and high-risk entry tactics. Recently, Jones served for three years with a U.S. Marshal’s Regional Fugitive Task Force - hunting the worst of the worst.
A Dragon Award Nominee, Jones is the author of multiple sci-fi/action/thriller novels, including the multi-award-winning It Takes Death To Reach A Star duology and Condition Black, written with co-author Gareth Worthington(Children of the Fifth Sun, A Time for Monsters).
Known for his infectious storytelling and blistering action, Jones strives to create thought-provoking reading experiences that challenge the status quo. When he’s not chasing bad guys or writing epic stories, he can be found planning his next adventure to some remote or exotic place.
Jones is represented by Italia Gandolfo of Gandolfo Helin & Fountain literary.
www.stujonesfiction.com
For updates - make sure to follow Stu @StuJonesFiction
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July 4, 2018
The Desperate Path💥
Doomed to die an early death💀.
Kane, a married cop with two small children, wakes up in the hospital with a grim prognosis. He is in severe heart failure, and is told to go to Florida to see about a transplant.
His wife leaves with the kids to arrange things in Florida.
Then all Hell💀 rains down.
A terrorist EMP⚡ attack is followed by Nuclear bombs💥, then virus warfare. I guess they want to kill💀 everything and everyone.
Luckily or unluckily, Kane had gone into the family bunker beforehand because of tornado warnings. He is saved. Saved for what purpose? God must really be punking him.
He's in the bunker with his injured 🐕puppy for over a month.
Just a man and his 🐕dog. Surviving. When the puppy finally dies, Kane says to Hell with everything and goes outside.
Devastation, Dystopian, Desperation, Dead💀.
Yet, Kane perseveres. Miraculously, the virus heals his heart, but not his broken heart. Still, he figures if he has survived, a few others have, too.
This is a well written heavy duty novel about The end of the 🌎world as we know it. The love and need that Kane and the 🐕puppy, Barney, shared was heartbreaking💔 and hell yeah, I cried. Having had a 🐕dog or two all the time for over 50 years, it tore me apart. When innocence dies, it's a heart💔 killer💀.
I didn't see any conflict with religion in this book. This was all a man made hell, every bit of it. Hope is probably the greatest ingrained trait of mankind. Read the book, you'll see.
Doomed to die an early death💀.
Kane, a married cop with two small children, wakes up in the hospital with a grim prognosis. He is in severe heart failure, and is told to go to Florida to see about a transplant.
His wife leaves with the kids to arrange things in Florida.
Then all Hell💀 rains down.
A terrorist EMP⚡ attack is followed by Nuclear bombs💥, then virus warfare. I guess they want to kill💀 everything and everyone.
Luckily or unluckily, Kane had gone into the family bunker beforehand because of tornado warnings. He is saved. Saved for what purpose? God must really be punking him.
He's in the bunker with his injured 🐕puppy for over a month.
Just a man and his 🐕dog. Surviving. When the puppy finally dies, Kane says to Hell with everything and goes outside.
Devastation, Dystopian, Desperation, Dead💀.
Yet, Kane perseveres. Miraculously, the virus heals his heart, but not his broken heart. Still, he figures if he has survived, a few others have, too.
This is a well written heavy duty novel about The end of the 🌎world as we know it. The love and need that Kane and the 🐕puppy, Barney, shared was heartbreaking💔 and hell yeah, I cried. Having had a 🐕dog or two all the time for over 50 years, it tore me apart. When innocence dies, it's a heart💔 killer💀.
I didn't see any conflict with religion in this book. This was all a man made hell, every bit of it. Hope is probably the greatest ingrained trait of mankind. Read the book, you'll see.
October 14, 2020
Though I am not what I would consider religious, I love to read about angels and demons. I jumped on this series because I have read some of Stu Jones work and loved it. I am looking forward to reading what he says is a story of faith, conviction and redemption.
I can usually go wherever an author wants to take me and was easily lead into this series with Stu Jones’ ability to pen a great story and OMG, I am lost in this world. As I read, the pacing flows like a river and I am along for the ride. The evil is true EVIL and man descends to its basest levels. BUT…
God won’t forget his creation and has a chosen few that will rise to the occasion. Dark and gritty doesn’t begin to describe the levels Stu Jones goes to in order for us to join in the battle of Good vs Evil…and it will be a fight to the death.
Through the Fury to the Dawn reads like an apocalyptic/dystopian, paranormal/supernatural novel, with a heavy dose of religious influence. I immediately began reading Book II, Into the Dark.
All profits are donated to combat sex trafficking.
A huge thank you goes out to Amazon for the two months of free Kindle Unlimited, of which this series is not the only one I was able to finish.
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I can usually go wherever an author wants to take me and was easily lead into this series with Stu Jones’ ability to pen a great story and OMG, I am lost in this world. As I read, the pacing flows like a river and I am along for the ride. The evil is true EVIL and man descends to its basest levels. BUT…
God won’t forget his creation and has a chosen few that will rise to the occasion. Dark and gritty doesn’t begin to describe the levels Stu Jones goes to in order for us to join in the battle of Good vs Evil…and it will be a fight to the death.
Through the Fury to the Dawn reads like an apocalyptic/dystopian, paranormal/supernatural novel, with a heavy dose of religious influence. I immediately began reading Book II, Into the Dark.
All profits are donated to combat sex trafficking.
A huge thank you goes out to Amazon for the two months of free Kindle Unlimited, of which this series is not the only one I was able to finish.
See more at fundinmental
April 6, 2012
I won this book as part of a Goodreads giveaway.
I really liked this book. I thought the post apocalyptic with a Christian theme really made the book especially since they are my 2 favorite genres. I often find with post apocalyptic themes that they are dark and I often have to switch up genres because of it.
I thought he did a good job with developing the two main characters and the storyline was smooth and kept my interest. It includes all the usual crazy stuff that you would expect the characters to go through to survive after an apocalypse. The biggest difference was some Christian/good vs. evil theme. I found it often lightened up the dark parts of the book but still kept the gritty side of the apocalypse
There were a couple of a couple of characters that I wasn’t sure why they were in the book since they only played a small part. Could it be that there will be a sequel that they will be part of? It seemed that Stu spent the majority of the book taking Kane and Molly through their journey leaving the final conflict for the very end of the book. I didn’t feel the end was wrapped up well but definitely left an opening for another book.
He did a good job for a debut novel and would definitely check out other books from him in the future.
I really liked this book. I thought the post apocalyptic with a Christian theme really made the book especially since they are my 2 favorite genres. I often find with post apocalyptic themes that they are dark and I often have to switch up genres because of it.
I thought he did a good job with developing the two main characters and the storyline was smooth and kept my interest. It includes all the usual crazy stuff that you would expect the characters to go through to survive after an apocalypse. The biggest difference was some Christian/good vs. evil theme. I found it often lightened up the dark parts of the book but still kept the gritty side of the apocalypse
There were a couple of a couple of characters that I wasn’t sure why they were in the book since they only played a small part. Could it be that there will be a sequel that they will be part of? It seemed that Stu spent the majority of the book taking Kane and Molly through their journey leaving the final conflict for the very end of the book. I didn’t feel the end was wrapped up well but definitely left an opening for another book.
He did a good job for a debut novel and would definitely check out other books from him in the future.
March 31, 2012
I won this book on Goodreads..When it arrived the preface of the book was two pages of Stu telling the reader they should not read this book because if they were Christian they would think the book to graphic and or harsh to be believable. And non believers would think there was to much Christianity to the story to be entertaining or something like that..Fortunately I ignored his advice and found one of the most believable outlines to explain the end of times I have ever read. Yes there were some pretty outrageous characters and actions but this is the end of time and I think things will be very strange to all those that survive the end of the world as we know it. I liked this book and would suggest that anyone who may read this based on my recommendation skip Stu's preface and just march right in for one of the best end of time books that I have ever read.
June 4, 2012
I really liked it! Although it was kind of boring in the beginning once it picked up it was pretty interesting. It was kinda like a end of the world story, zombie story and a story about mutatant animals all rolled into one. Not to mention a religious story at the fact that the few survivors were chosen by god to save what was left of the world. I would recommend this book. I am glad I won this through Goodreads First reads.
April 25, 2012
I won this book as a part of the goodreads giveaways. I was pleasantly surprised by this book, with it being labeled as a Christian book I was expecting one of those 'in your face' and boring books. Through the Fury to the Dawn was a thrilling adventure with just the perfect amount of Christian influences. I loved it and will definitely be reading it again.
January 31, 2021
I've had Stu Jones's indie post apocalyptic trilogy sitting on my kindle for some time, not convinced it would be for me, especially given those tough covers. I decided to give the first book, Through the Fury to the Dawn, a read and I'm glad I did.
Police officer Kane receives an effective death sentence as his heart fails, descending into anger and refusing to share his wife's faith. A massive terrorist attack triggers worldwide devastation and gives rise to the vicious evil of Malak and his followers, whilst Kane hides in a bunker with his dog, Barney. But destiny is calling.
Reading like a hybrid of The Walking Dead and The Stand, the narrative is both appallingly brutal and beautifully moving, involving elements of Christian faith without becoming trite. The characters grabbed a hold of my heart and in more than one place induced tears. Hard to read, but easy to page turn, I devoured this in two days and will be going straight into book two.
Not perfect. There are a few typos and minor plot problems, but it's still five stars from me, due to the affecting nature of the story.
Police officer Kane receives an effective death sentence as his heart fails, descending into anger and refusing to share his wife's faith. A massive terrorist attack triggers worldwide devastation and gives rise to the vicious evil of Malak and his followers, whilst Kane hides in a bunker with his dog, Barney. But destiny is calling.
Reading like a hybrid of The Walking Dead and The Stand, the narrative is both appallingly brutal and beautifully moving, involving elements of Christian faith without becoming trite. The characters grabbed a hold of my heart and in more than one place induced tears. Hard to read, but easy to page turn, I devoured this in two days and will be going straight into book two.
Not perfect. There are a few typos and minor plot problems, but it's still five stars from me, due to the affecting nature of the story.
September 10, 2018
Through the Fury to the Dawn (5 stars)
Stu Jones and I agreed to review each other's books, having found each other on Goodreads. Interestingly, we have very different theological views and thus reviewing each other's work, mine being atheistic his being Christian themed, was immensely interesting.
Stu has created a book here which blends post-apocalyptic and Christian literature in a way that I have not often seen. It reminded me a little of The Book of Eli. I applaud his realism and fearlessness when it comes to describing the horrors of the disaster that befalls the world he creates. Perhaps, most impressive, but scary, is the fact that what he describes is not a million miles from reality - indeed, Stu's expertise in survival in extreme circumstances comes through strongly. This is something I very much enjoy - learning. His Characters were engaging, and you felt for them as they trudged on through a world that would seem to have no hope.
Stu creates a realistic and scary world that is sometimes a little too close to home. But that's the point. Ultimately, I think that should the worst happen and Stu's creation become reality, even this atheist would want to believe in something greater to get me through the nightmare.
Would I recommend this book? Damn right. But only for those people who are not close minded; you have to push beyond your own personal beliefs and immerse yourself in Stu's world.
Stu Jones and I agreed to review each other's books, having found each other on Goodreads. Interestingly, we have very different theological views and thus reviewing each other's work, mine being atheistic his being Christian themed, was immensely interesting.
Stu has created a book here which blends post-apocalyptic and Christian literature in a way that I have not often seen. It reminded me a little of The Book of Eli. I applaud his realism and fearlessness when it comes to describing the horrors of the disaster that befalls the world he creates. Perhaps, most impressive, but scary, is the fact that what he describes is not a million miles from reality - indeed, Stu's expertise in survival in extreme circumstances comes through strongly. This is something I very much enjoy - learning. His Characters were engaging, and you felt for them as they trudged on through a world that would seem to have no hope.
Stu creates a realistic and scary world that is sometimes a little too close to home. But that's the point. Ultimately, I think that should the worst happen and Stu's creation become reality, even this atheist would want to believe in something greater to get me through the nightmare.
Would I recommend this book? Damn right. But only for those people who are not close minded; you have to push beyond your own personal beliefs and immerse yourself in Stu's world.
August 9, 2016
I won the sequel to this on GoodReads, so I decided to read this one first. I wasn't aware that this was a "christian" book, so I was sort of blind sided going into it. Yes, I did end up rolling my eyes at a particularly long prayer passage by one of the characters (Quit praying, and look for a gun, you fool!!), but for the most part the apocolyptic adventure of it all won out, and it was a pretty good read. So, yes, non-christians can read this book. Some of Kane's adventures seem pretty fantastic, but then this kind of book is usually considered science fiction; so I found myself reading it with that attitude.
It's was a pretty fast read for me, and entertaining enough that I'll read the 2nd book to see what happens.
It's was a pretty fast read for me, and entertaining enough that I'll read the 2nd book to see what happens.
March 26, 2014
It's edgy; it's realistic; it's epic good vs. evil; it's action-packed. I appreciate that this author doesn't tone down the violence and white-wash the language of the dialogues in the world under the control of "dark powers" manipulating evil men as portrayed in this book. I also like to read Christian Fiction that actual has Christian content with significantly more Christian "depth" than an "Arrow Prayer" here and there and "clean" content, and this book delivers that, too. I also like the fact that, although the book closes with a satisfying resolution, the author acknowledges that the epic war between good and evil is ongoing and hasn't ended with the conclusion of any particular battle.
June 27, 2017
Praise God for inspiring this author!
Thank you Jesus for inspiring this man to write a true view of God's Amazing Grace! God's love, mercy, and Grace truly shines through the words of this book! I pray for everyone to open there hearts to our Father in Heaven, through these books, that shines with God's truth of his Love for all mankind. For the murderers, rapists, liars, thieves, for all sinners, because we are all sinners, God sent his Son, Jesus, to die on the Cross for all. Thank you Mr. Stu Jones for writing these Holy Spirit inspired books. Keep the faith and the good works coming. May God guide your hand always!
Thank you Jesus for inspiring this man to write a true view of God's Amazing Grace! God's love, mercy, and Grace truly shines through the words of this book! I pray for everyone to open there hearts to our Father in Heaven, through these books, that shines with God's truth of his Love for all mankind. For the murderers, rapists, liars, thieves, for all sinners, because we are all sinners, God sent his Son, Jesus, to die on the Cross for all. Thank you Mr. Stu Jones for writing these Holy Spirit inspired books. Keep the faith and the good works coming. May God guide your hand always!
July 2, 2018
I was not in a good place when I reviewed this book, and I humbly apologize to the author.
This was my first time reading a science fiction with a very Christian theme. I liked the characters, and the scene where the puppy died was very well done. I cried like a baby for our hero's loss of the last member of his family.
However, there were a few too many plots threads happening, which took away some from the ultimate battle of Good vs Evil. I am positive that this could have been resolved if the book had been a little bit longer
This was my first time reading a science fiction with a very Christian theme. I liked the characters, and the scene where the puppy died was very well done. I cried like a baby for our hero's loss of the last member of his family.
However, there were a few too many plots threads happening, which took away some from the ultimate battle of Good vs Evil. I am positive that this could have been resolved if the book had been a little bit longer
May 12, 2012
Stu Jones' warning in the preface only peaked my interested in how he would tackle a post apocalypse novel with a Christian theme of salvation running through it. He did it quite well. In fact, for a first time author he did exceptionally well in weaving a fast moving story with a message that no matter how bad things may appear, God is still in charge. I hope he writes a sequel to this story, but a trilogy would be better.
December 6, 2020
I really really wanted to like this but no matter how hard I tried, I just could not get into this story or feel anything for the characters. I found it a bit confusing at time and it felt like the author just thrust us into the world without explaining it all the way, which made me feel lost sometimes.
I honestly ended up DNF'ing this one, I just couldn't force myself to read it when I wasn't having a good time with it.
I honestly ended up DNF'ing this one, I just couldn't force myself to read it when I wasn't having a good time with it.
April 29, 2012
Amazing story of struggle and hope in the face of societal collapse and world devastation. Sincerely appreciate the realistic and gritty Christian style/approach. The story is action packed, well-paced, and a great read. Can't wait for the sequel!!!!
April 2, 2018
In the last days men will be lovers of themselves more than lovers of God
Stu Jones makes this very plain in this novel of spiritual reality.,that as surely as Jesus gave His life ,evil is real.
Stu Jones makes this very plain in this novel of spiritual reality.,that as surely as Jesus gave His life ,evil is real.
December 9, 2013
Dystopian Christian Zombie tae... quite a combination done well.
Faith driven story that is quite a good vs evil struggle.
Interesting read!
Faith driven story that is quite a good vs evil struggle.
Interesting read!
March 30, 2016
Great book! One of the best I've read this year!
February 9, 2018
I love the story. The Profanity ruined the whole book for me. No Christian should read, write or use that kind of language. I found myself skipping huge parts of chapters because of the profanity.
April 6, 2021
Mixed Bag
First off the author gave a opening statement explaining that though he considers himself a Christian writer...there would be some rough language and events. This was true and it is an post nuclear event, with good and evil people trying to survive. He was generic in sexual episodes but not with some of the language. I think he could been, based on other books I've read by author's who did claim a Christian background. There was an interesting Christian character who should make the reader who follows Christ ask themself "how much abuse would I take, before cursing God?" I also don't believe Christian instructions come audibly or by dreams or visions nowadays. I think if someone wants to do or know what God is wanting. He/she needs to read the Bible and act on instructions from there. There is some science fiction in the book that was interesting also. But I doubt I will pursue the series.
First off the author gave a opening statement explaining that though he considers himself a Christian writer...there would be some rough language and events. This was true and it is an post nuclear event, with good and evil people trying to survive. He was generic in sexual episodes but not with some of the language. I think he could been, based on other books I've read by author's who did claim a Christian background. There was an interesting Christian character who should make the reader who follows Christ ask themself "how much abuse would I take, before cursing God?" I also don't believe Christian instructions come audibly or by dreams or visions nowadays. I think if someone wants to do or know what God is wanting. He/she needs to read the Bible and act on instructions from there. There is some science fiction in the book that was interesting also. But I doubt I will pursue the series.
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