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BOSTON FALL
Michael McDonald, Post-apocalyptic author of the INDIANA FALL books, has a new story in the October Fall World.
BOSTON FALL!
The story of a father and son, two thousand miles from home, trapped in an EMP nightmare!
Leonard Haakensen and his teenage son, Mel, fly to Boston from Denver for a day of work before a planned week of fun, bike trekking in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. When an EMP attack cripples the United States, Leonard, a self-employed entrepreneur and part-time prepper, immediately understands the danger and fights to get himself and his son out of the Boston metro area before chaos descends. With no other viable options, he and Mel decide to bike the two thousand miles home to Colorado. It will prove to be a race against nature as winter is nearly upon them.
Back in Lakewood, Leonard's wife, Jessica, prepares to flee the Denver area. At the same time, Franny, Mel’s best friend in high school, finds herself all alone when her mother and father fail to make it home from a business trip.
Boston Fall is the story of four ordinary Americans trying to survive a national disaster only to face an uncertain future together.
This is a family-friendly Post-apocalyptic story with a thread of faith and trust in God woven into the storyline. There are no scenes to make you blush and no language to offend. Due to the genre, there are some depictions of graphic violence.
BOSTON FALL!
The story of a father and son, two thousand miles from home, trapped in an EMP nightmare!
Leonard Haakensen and his teenage son, Mel, fly to Boston from Denver for a day of work before a planned week of fun, bike trekking in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. When an EMP attack cripples the United States, Leonard, a self-employed entrepreneur and part-time prepper, immediately understands the danger and fights to get himself and his son out of the Boston metro area before chaos descends. With no other viable options, he and Mel decide to bike the two thousand miles home to Colorado. It will prove to be a race against nature as winter is nearly upon them.
Back in Lakewood, Leonard's wife, Jessica, prepares to flee the Denver area. At the same time, Franny, Mel’s best friend in high school, finds herself all alone when her mother and father fail to make it home from a business trip.
Boston Fall is the story of four ordinary Americans trying to survive a national disaster only to face an uncertain future together.
This is a family-friendly Post-apocalyptic story with a thread of faith and trust in God woven into the storyline. There are no scenes to make you blush and no language to offend. Due to the genre, there are some depictions of graphic violence.
368 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 20, 2023
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June 16, 2023
Like many books in the EMP genre, this book has the common element of people far from home when the event occurs and their family at home trying to survive. It does seem like things fall apart faster than I would expect since most people would not know what was going on and would assume it was just a power outage. I did get to like the characters in the on-the-move and at-home groups, but was a little bothered that the protagonists at times had guns, but failed to be able to use them (dropped them, lost them etc). In two cases, kids were able to eliminate the attackers, but yikes! For all of his preparation and thoughtful decisions, Leonard had a tendency to just freeze at unfortunate times. The dialogue occasionally did not have a good flow. One of my biggest issues, was the constant reference to religion. I get that in a disaster, people of religious conviction would turn to it for some comfort, but it was excessive here. These folks prayed at the drop of a hat and it bogged down the story. Enough, already. Nonetheless, I do want to know what happens, so will continue to book 2. I just hope they get the praying out of their system.
April 24, 2023
ANOTHER GREAT STORY!!!
Now I just have to wait for the rest of the story….and it will be worth the wait. This entire series I just awesome, do not hesitate to start reading all the great books in the “Fall” series…you will be hooked the first book that you read!
Now I just have to wait for the rest of the story….and it will be worth the wait. This entire series I just awesome, do not hesitate to start reading all the great books in the “Fall” series…you will be hooked the first book that you read!
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April 27, 2023Another good one!
A really good storyline. I truly love this series. I wonder often what WOULD I do if the shtf...would I be able to hold on to my humanity? My faith? These books are more than just a good story. ,,
A really good storyline. I truly love this series. I wonder often what WOULD I do if the shtf...would I be able to hold on to my humanity? My faith? These books are more than just a good story. ,,
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May 12, 2023Spell binding
The author keeps you on the edge of your seat while waiting to see whay happens next. Character interaction is great. The author knows his subject and communicates it well.
The author keeps you on the edge of your seat while waiting to see whay happens next. Character interaction is great. The author knows his subject and communicates it well.
May 20, 2023
wow !!
I am loving this series, But sad that I may not find out what happens to each Family in each book.!! Hopefully this comes to be by someone writing a book and totally bring a real ending to each book.!!
I am loving this series, But sad that I may not find out what happens to each Family in each book.!! Hopefully this comes to be by someone writing a book and totally bring a real ending to each book.!!
June 6, 2023
Another great storyline in the series!
I love all the different scenarios and this one is far different from the other October Fall books. It’s got the right balance between the characters and the action going on. Can’t wait to read the next one.
I love all the different scenarios and this one is far different from the other October Fall books. It’s got the right balance between the characters and the action going on. Can’t wait to read the next one.
August 4, 2023
what next book
I liked this but I did not know I had to wait for the next book or I wouldn’t have started it. Hope I don’t forget about this book. My only issue was the back and forth between the two groups.
I liked this but I did not know I had to wait for the next book or I wouldn’t have started it. Hope I don’t forget about this book. My only issue was the back and forth between the two groups.
April 24, 2023
5 Stars
This series is so good. Intense, gripping and heartfelt. Boston Fall, itself is right up there with the rest of them. A definite must read.
Enjoy
This series is so good. Intense, gripping and heartfelt. Boston Fall, itself is right up there with the rest of them. A definite must read.
Enjoy
April 26, 2023
Wow!
Need the next installment! Interesting story. Enjoyed the set up in Boston. I'm from Ft Collins, CO so the Lakewood and front range were fun to read about!
Need the next installment! Interesting story. Enjoyed the set up in Boston. I'm from Ft Collins, CO so the Lakewood and front range were fun to read about!
April 26, 2023
Good storyline
I liked the characters and the story, but found the dialogue to be somewhat stilted. That being said, eagerly awaiting the 2nd book
I liked the characters and the story, but found the dialogue to be somewhat stilted. That being said, eagerly awaiting the 2nd book
May 27, 2023
A great read.
Being stuck in a big city is my fear. This book gave me several ideas to accomplish an escape. Looking forward to the next book.
Being stuck in a big city is my fear. This book gave me several ideas to accomplish an escape. Looking forward to the next book.
June 1, 2023
Boston Fall
Another good read, sad to think in times like that most humans think of themselves. Love one another is a good moto to stick too.
Another good read, sad to think in times like that most humans think of themselves. Love one another is a good moto to stick too.
October 1, 2023
Wow
Well that ended abruptly. It's weird to me that a self proclaimed prepper would be so unprepared. A good story and it fits well in the series. A recommend!
Well that ended abruptly. It's weird to me that a self proclaimed prepper would be so unprepared. A good story and it fits well in the series. A recommend!
October 22, 2023
fantastic read
I could not put the book down. The story kept moving and taking me forward with the characters. Looking forward to reading the next book.
I could not put the book down. The story kept moving and taking me forward with the characters. Looking forward to reading the next book.
November 5, 2023
Read it. Great
Love the way people will help went they see good in someone. Never give up. Never stop. Stand your ground always.
Love the way people will help went they see good in someone. Never give up. Never stop. Stand your ground always.
November 5, 2023
Great story
I really liked this book. Kept my interest and flows smoothly. The characters were likeable. I liked that it was about everyday people.
I really liked this book. Kept my interest and flows smoothly. The characters were likeable. I liked that it was about everyday people.
November 26, 2023
great
Good action a very real story some good ideas just in case it happen. Bottom line trust in the Lord
Good action a very real story some good ideas just in case it happen. Bottom line trust in the Lord
August 22, 2024
Really enjoyed this book. So looking forward to the next edition.
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