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Before It Began
In After It's Over, the world as we know it came to an end. The supply chain crashed and when people couldn't get access to basic things like food and gas, everything turned to a darker place.
Out of the ashes of civilization, survivors began to rebuild. Reece Daniels and Al Martin worked with others in their community to start to care for one another and do more than just survive.
But what if something could be done to bring it all back? To undo the damage and even give those who perished a chance to live again. In Book Two, we'll join Reece and Al as they travel across the desert and beyond in order to travel back to Before It Began.
Out of the ashes of civilization, survivors began to rebuild. Reece Daniels and Al Martin worked with others in their community to start to care for one another and do more than just survive.
But what if something could be done to bring it all back? To undo the damage and even give those who perished a chance to live again. In Book Two, we'll join Reece and Al as they travel across the desert and beyond in order to travel back to Before It Began.
268 pages, Paperback
Published April 21, 2023
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About the author
Hunter Chadwick
11 books23 followersAs a lifelong lover of books, I’ve always had a great appreciation for writers and their craft. Over the course of my 50+ years living in different places around the world, I’ve written a few things, but never took the time to sit and try to write down any of the books I’ve dreamed up. In 2021 that changed. A new opportunity to share stories, one episode at a time, prompted me to try my hand at it.
I never could have imagined the positive response my writing received and now I’m happy to expand those stories to a wider audience to build upon what I’ve already written. Nothing would make me happier than to know that you enjoy my stories. Please find me on social media @HunterCAuthor to send me your feedback.
About me: I grew up in the Midwest and went to a big state school known as much for their football team as anything else. I studied English Literature and History. It was there that I met my wife and we fell in love. We were married when I was in graduate school and during our first few years working after graduation, God showed us the opportunities to be involved in His work around the world.
Since 2000, we’ve lived outside of the United States, having many amazing experiences and meeting people from around the globe. My experiences traveling and my background in counseling are highly influential in my writing.
I never could have imagined the positive response my writing received and now I’m happy to expand those stories to a wider audience to build upon what I’ve already written. Nothing would make me happier than to know that you enjoy my stories. Please find me on social media @HunterCAuthor to send me your feedback.
About me: I grew up in the Midwest and went to a big state school known as much for their football team as anything else. I studied English Literature and History. It was there that I met my wife and we fell in love. We were married when I was in graduate school and during our first few years working after graduation, God showed us the opportunities to be involved in His work around the world.
Since 2000, we’ve lived outside of the United States, having many amazing experiences and meeting people from around the globe. My experiences traveling and my background in counseling are highly influential in my writing.
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July 24, 2023
4.5 Dystopian + Time Travel and it’s a book two? LOVED IT. The main characters and the overall journey was such a nice read and very original! This was such a great read and I will definitely be recommending!
May 28, 2023
Epic!
"Before It Began" is a captivating sequel that delves into the realms of possibility and explores the profound question of what if we could change the course of history. As a follow-up to "After It's Over," this book continues the gripping post-apocalyptic journey of Reece Daniels and Al Martin as they embark on a mission to travel back in time and undo the devastating consequences of the past.
In this book, readers witnessed the collapse of society and the struggles of survival in a world without basic necessities. Reece and Al, along with their community, worked tirelessly to rebuild and find solace amidst the chaos.
The author's storytelling prowess shines as they take readers on an epic journey across the desert and beyond, as Reece and Al search for a way to travel back in time to "Before It Began." This quest for redemption and the opportunity to rewrite history adds a thrilling and thought-provoking element to the narrative. It raises profound questions about the consequences of altering the past and explores the moral dilemmas that accompany such an endeavor.
"Before It Began" is a captivating sequel that delves into the realms of possibility and explores the profound question of what if we could change the course of history. As a follow-up to "After It's Over," this book continues the gripping post-apocalyptic journey of Reece Daniels and Al Martin as they embark on a mission to travel back in time and undo the devastating consequences of the past.
In this book, readers witnessed the collapse of society and the struggles of survival in a world without basic necessities. Reece and Al, along with their community, worked tirelessly to rebuild and find solace amidst the chaos.
The author's storytelling prowess shines as they take readers on an epic journey across the desert and beyond, as Reece and Al search for a way to travel back in time to "Before It Began." This quest for redemption and the opportunity to rewrite history adds a thrilling and thought-provoking element to the narrative. It raises profound questions about the consequences of altering the past and explores the moral dilemmas that accompany such an endeavor.
April 7, 2023
Exciting read. I enjoyed the first book a lot and this second one was an excellent continuation of the story. The story itself is an incredibly unique take on time travel. It’s unlike any other time travel stories I’ve read before, and I’ve read a few. For some, the closeness to the real life situation we all experienced in 2020 and beyond might be difficult but for me it grounded a very science fiction theme into reality. The characters were well written and I enjoyed Reece and Big Al’s development throughout the story. The adventure these two go on to save humanity is pretty exciting and I think most people would enjoy the experience. I have had a great time on this journey and recommend this book (and the first one too) to readers who enjoy time travel, suspense, dystopian and end of the world stories. I really appreciate having the chance to read an ARC copy and I hope others will give this series a try!
June 14, 2023
This is excellent! I did really enjoy the second part to this sci fi, time travel, dystopian series! Hard to describe the genre as it is a real mix! Great ideas, I really loved this story! I loved the main characters & the overall feel & adventure of the book! Not wanting to give to much away, but there was a real surprise for me before the end! Brilliant! I do recommend!
August 5, 2023
Thought-provoking page tuner with realistic descriptions. Excellent character development and world-building. A must-read.
May 22, 2024
Woah
"Before It Began" (After It's Over Book 2) by Hunter Chadwick is a compelling continuation of the post-apocalyptic saga that began with "After It's Over." This sequel delves deeper into the world Chadwick has meticulously crafted, where society has crumbled and survival hinges on grit and resourcefulness.
The narrative follows the protagonists, Reece Daniels and Al Martin, as they grapple with the dire consequences of their world’s collapse. The author’s strength lies in his ability to blend intense action with rich character development. Reece and Al's journey is fraught with tension, yet their resilience and evolving dynamics keep readers engaged.
Chadwick's world-building is vivid and immersive. He paints a bleak but believable picture of a society where the supply chain’s breakdown leads to chaos. The pacing is brisk, ensuring that the story maintains its momentum without sacrificing depth.
Overall, "Before It Began" is a riveting read that not only expands the universe introduced in the first book but also explores themes of survival, morality, and hope. Fans of the series will find this installment both satisfying and thought-provoking.
"Before It Began" (After It's Over Book 2) by Hunter Chadwick is a compelling continuation of the post-apocalyptic saga that began with "After It's Over." This sequel delves deeper into the world Chadwick has meticulously crafted, where society has crumbled and survival hinges on grit and resourcefulness.
The narrative follows the protagonists, Reece Daniels and Al Martin, as they grapple with the dire consequences of their world’s collapse. The author’s strength lies in his ability to blend intense action with rich character development. Reece and Al's journey is fraught with tension, yet their resilience and evolving dynamics keep readers engaged.
Chadwick's world-building is vivid and immersive. He paints a bleak but believable picture of a society where the supply chain’s breakdown leads to chaos. The pacing is brisk, ensuring that the story maintains its momentum without sacrificing depth.
Overall, "Before It Began" is a riveting read that not only expands the universe introduced in the first book but also explores themes of survival, morality, and hope. Fans of the series will find this installment both satisfying and thought-provoking.
May 20, 2023
Post apocalyptic
Really well described post apocalyptic worls, I loved it! Very realistic struggles from the characters, you can see how their personalities develop. Many twists.
Really well described post apocalyptic worls, I loved it! Very realistic struggles from the characters, you can see how their personalities develop. Many twists.
April 25, 2023
I was excited to read the follow up to “After it’s over” and it didn’t disappoint. Given the opportunity to change the course of history, Reece and Al risk their future in the hope the world will be better. Hunter Chadwick brings through well their differences in personalities, to how well they handle the pressure and tasks they need to do. It is a great concept and makes you think what is possible. I would recommend this book, I really enjoyed reading it.
December 13, 2023
I absolutely LOVED reading Before It Began, the follow-up to After It's Over. After It's Over is a fictional (thank goodness!) book about how the world went downhill after the pandemic shutdowns. (What happened COULD still conceivably happen :( ) In this book, Before It Began, there is a chance to redeem things...to prevent the horrible things that happened. How? You've got to read the book to find out. It is definitely a fantastic read!
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