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The E Apocrypha #2
As & When
They’ve messed with the wrong woman. Aileen’s got a city to run—its shady part, in any case. Abducted and whisked away from Locksville, she refuses to be a pawn in powerful players’ games. She most definitely is not a damsel in distress and needs no freakin knights in shining armor to come to her rescue. Alas, her best-laid escape plans misfire, landing her in even hotter waters far away from home. Aileen must find her footing in an unfamiliar, unforgiving society, fighting tooth and nail to survive.
Bo, Aileen’s sharp and grumpy advisor, would move mountains to find her, his limp and aversion to violence be damned to the Seven Hells! He wouldn’t trust anyone else with the impossible search for the most important person in his life.
Ajinder, executive protection specialist, won’t tolerate his principal being taken—by someone other than himself. He is no stranger to dispensing violence and doesn’t shy away from being on its receiving end. With his motivation stretching beyond pure professionalism, woe to those who question his skills and determination.
Will their grit, smarts, ruthless single-mindedness, and game-changing technology be enough to find Aileen before it’s too late?
As & When is Book 2 of The E Apocrypha.
Meet familiar faces from Lost & Found. Return to Locksville, New Kowloon, The Station, as well as discover new corners of the world that had lost all technology.
Bo, Aileen’s sharp and grumpy advisor, would move mountains to find her, his limp and aversion to violence be damned to the Seven Hells! He wouldn’t trust anyone else with the impossible search for the most important person in his life.
Ajinder, executive protection specialist, won’t tolerate his principal being taken—by someone other than himself. He is no stranger to dispensing violence and doesn’t shy away from being on its receiving end. With his motivation stretching beyond pure professionalism, woe to those who question his skills and determination.
Will their grit, smarts, ruthless single-mindedness, and game-changing technology be enough to find Aileen before it’s too late?
As & When is Book 2 of The E Apocrypha.
Meet familiar faces from Lost & Found. Return to Locksville, New Kowloon, The Station, as well as discover new corners of the world that had lost all technology.
- GenresDystopia
238 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 1, 2023
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About the author
Alex Andre
5 books8 followersAlex has lived on three continents, is fluent in three languages, and never has enough time to get to all the books on his ever-growing To Be Read list.
He has always appreciated select authors’ ability to string words into elegant sentences and tie those sentences into intricate plots.
The E Apocrypha series is the result of him trying his own hand in the craft.
He has always appreciated select authors’ ability to string words into elegant sentences and tie those sentences into intricate plots.
The E Apocrypha series is the result of him trying his own hand in the craft.
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July 31, 2024
In Book I of The E Apocrypha, Lost & Found, by Alex Andre, I was introduced to the different factions and characters, so As & When, Book II was so much easier to follow. It’s filled with details, creating a world that that paints a picture with words. I loved it.
Aileen is abducted, but beware to those that think she is a damsel in distress. When Bo returns from his travels, he does not hesitate to go after her. She has two me who are in love with her and I thought I knew which she would choose. I like how Alex Andre dealt with it better than my version.
I lived in Rochester, New York, for some years and I love that her travels throughout New York were familiar to me. Danger followed her every step of the way, but Bo and Ajinder are not far behind.
So much action and it was unpredictable. It’s not an every day occurrence, that an author can surprise me, keeping me on my toes. I love that I could follow the characters, choosing which I would favor and which would meet a grisly end, waiting to see how right…or wrong…I was. I love the rebuilding of the world, after all technology has been wiped out. I love the ‘library’ they find and only a select few realize how valuable the books are.
There is definitely room for more of the story and I have my fingers crossed that Alex Andre hears his characters talking, is haunted in his dreams, saying we have more to say, so keep writing.
I voluntarily reviewed a free copy of As & When by Alex Andre.
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Aileen is abducted, but beware to those that think she is a damsel in distress. When Bo returns from his travels, he does not hesitate to go after her. She has two me who are in love with her and I thought I knew which she would choose. I like how Alex Andre dealt with it better than my version.
I lived in Rochester, New York, for some years and I love that her travels throughout New York were familiar to me. Danger followed her every step of the way, but Bo and Ajinder are not far behind.
So much action and it was unpredictable. It’s not an every day occurrence, that an author can surprise me, keeping me on my toes. I love that I could follow the characters, choosing which I would favor and which would meet a grisly end, waiting to see how right…or wrong…I was. I love the rebuilding of the world, after all technology has been wiped out. I love the ‘library’ they find and only a select few realize how valuable the books are.
There is definitely room for more of the story and I have my fingers crossed that Alex Andre hears his characters talking, is haunted in his dreams, saying we have more to say, so keep writing.
I voluntarily reviewed a free copy of As & When by Alex Andre.
See more at http://www.fundinmental.com
July 31, 2025
Aileen has been running the “underground” element of Locksville for a while. And while it may not seem like an important job, without her influence chaos would take over and no one would be safe. By keeping things controlled, there is essentially peace. And even those in charge of the city on the more lawful/legal/political side of things recognize that without her and her group controlling the less than legal elements of the population, things would get very bad, very quickly. So when Aileen disappears without explanation (a highly unusual thing), it is up to her second in command, Bo, to find out what has happened to her and to arrange for whatever is needed to bring her home.
This was the second book in a post-apocalyptic/dystopian series called the E Apocrypha. While this book focuses mainly on a different part of the world from the previous book, it does include many of the characters we met in that novel. In this story, we learn quite a bit about Aileen and how she came to be in charge of the underground element of Locksville, as well as why she was kidnapped. Her adventures, as well as those of Bo, the one seeking to find and rescue her, make for a very interesting and entertaining story.
I received and read a review copy of this book and I greatly enjoyed it. I especially enjoyed the references to characters from the first book in the series and learning what happened to them after the conclusion of their story. And while I do believe that readers could probably read this book even without having read the previous one, I think that they will enjoy it much more if they have read the first book. (Without the information from that story, readers may miss some of the reasons why the referenced characters from the first book are still important to know about in this one.)
I believe that anyone who enjoys post-apocalyptic and/or dystopian novels will enjoy this book a great deal. I found the mix of characters who see the usefulness of mechanical equipment and those who feel that such were the cause of the catastrophe that essentially reset the world to a pre-industrial society interesting. And the complexities of those who marvel over what was lost and historical compared to those who seemed to feel that everyone was better off without them also enhances the story. In my opinion, this is a story that is well worth reading, and I am looking forward to reading the third book in this series.
This was the second book in a post-apocalyptic/dystopian series called the E Apocrypha. While this book focuses mainly on a different part of the world from the previous book, it does include many of the characters we met in that novel. In this story, we learn quite a bit about Aileen and how she came to be in charge of the underground element of Locksville, as well as why she was kidnapped. Her adventures, as well as those of Bo, the one seeking to find and rescue her, make for a very interesting and entertaining story.
I received and read a review copy of this book and I greatly enjoyed it. I especially enjoyed the references to characters from the first book in the series and learning what happened to them after the conclusion of their story. And while I do believe that readers could probably read this book even without having read the previous one, I think that they will enjoy it much more if they have read the first book. (Without the information from that story, readers may miss some of the reasons why the referenced characters from the first book are still important to know about in this one.)
I believe that anyone who enjoys post-apocalyptic and/or dystopian novels will enjoy this book a great deal. I found the mix of characters who see the usefulness of mechanical equipment and those who feel that such were the cause of the catastrophe that essentially reset the world to a pre-industrial society interesting. And the complexities of those who marvel over what was lost and historical compared to those who seemed to feel that everyone was better off without them also enhances the story. In my opinion, this is a story that is well worth reading, and I am looking forward to reading the third book in this series.
June 7, 2022
A great second book of the series. Addictive storytelling - it's a post-apocalyptic page-turner. I was eagerly waiting for the second book of the series. It did not disappoint. I loved the first book, and this one is refreshingly different instead of just being more of the (perfectly good) same. It tells a personal story that takes place in a now familiar setting, that nevertheless can still surprise the reader. The plot is original and fully self-contained, woven into the series' post-apocalyptic world: it's not just another never-ending series where books are without beginning or a pronounced end. It's a perfectly capable book on it own - I love that in a series. It features a mix of familiar and new characters. Reading the first book is advised, but not required, which is a good sign for the series. I wish I could use spoilers in this review, because some of the action scenes and plot twists are brilliant! But I suggest you discover the best parts for yourself...
November 23, 2024
Robin’s Review
5 Star Rating
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“As & When” by Alex Andre is the second book in The E Apocrypha series. It follows Aileen, who refuses to give up 💪 after being kidnapped from Locksville. While she fights to survive in a tough, low-tech world 🌍🔌, her advisor Bo and bodyguard Ajinder work nonstop to save her 🚨🤝.
This story is all about staying strong and never giving up, with plenty of action, twists, and interesting characters 🔄📚. Fans of dystopian books will enjoy the exciting plot and surprises. You don’t need to read the first book to enjoy this one, but it adds more if you do!
#DystopianThriller #AsAndWhen #EApocrypha #StrongCharacters #PlotTwists #MustRead #BookRecommendations #SciFiReads
Series Book Order:
Book 0.5: Lesson Number Six: Prequel
Lost & Found: Book 1 of The E Apocrypha
As & When: Book 2 of The E Apocrypha
Hells & High Water: Book 3 of The E Apocrypha
5 Star Rating
Check Your Triggers
“As & When” by Alex Andre is the second book in The E Apocrypha series. It follows Aileen, who refuses to give up 💪 after being kidnapped from Locksville. While she fights to survive in a tough, low-tech world 🌍🔌, her advisor Bo and bodyguard Ajinder work nonstop to save her 🚨🤝.
This story is all about staying strong and never giving up, with plenty of action, twists, and interesting characters 🔄📚. Fans of dystopian books will enjoy the exciting plot and surprises. You don’t need to read the first book to enjoy this one, but it adds more if you do!
#DystopianThriller #AsAndWhen #EApocrypha #StrongCharacters #PlotTwists #MustRead #BookRecommendations #SciFiReads
Series Book Order:
Book 0.5: Lesson Number Six: Prequel
Lost & Found: Book 1 of The E Apocrypha
As & When: Book 2 of The E Apocrypha
Hells & High Water: Book 3 of The E Apocrypha
April 12, 2025
Alex Andre might have out done himself I think the second book is better than the first not to say the first book wasn’t fantastic. Kristiana Rice did a great job again bringing the world of the series to life. She did a better job on the voices this time. The characters might be older, but they get into as much trouble as they did when they were younger, and there are many new characters to learn about. In this book you get to go to different locations. This story is intense, has a lot more twist and turns like in the first book. It has romance, adventure, high action, and interesting developments. The military is still an aspect of the story, is very well done. On top of being a post-apocalyptic World there is kidnapping in this story. The story might trigger some people. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.would recommend
August 30, 2024
After listening to the first book, I wasn't sure if the story would continue with the same characters. I was pleasantly surprised by the new cast. You don't need to have read (or in my case, listened to) the first book to understand this one, but having done so helped me see the bigger picture, which was exciting. This book mainly focuses on three characters and is set in New York, a place I'm very familiar with. Like the first book, each character is easily identifiable and relatable. I appreciated that this book didn't switch between different POVs as often, possibly because there are fewer characters to follow. It's a great standalone book set in a beautifully crafted world, and I'm excited to meet more characters in future books.
January 4, 2025
I genuinely enjoyed book 1, but book 2 was definitely a winner for me. Alex Andre is an entirely new author for me. “As & When,” offers a refreshing take on the classic trope of a damsel in distress. The fast-paced chapters make this an addictive read. The storytelling is immersive, attention grabbing from the first page to the last. The action scenes are brilliantly crafted without giving away any spoilers, I encourage you to discover the thrilling plot twists themselves. It combines a personal story with a richly developed post-apocalyptic setting, delivering a unique reading experience. Fans of dystopian novels will appreciate the originality.
December 21, 2024
Got me hooked from the get go. I listened to the audio version (by the way, Kristiana's reading is great).
The first book (Lost and Found) was good, but the second one is better!
Alex Andre certainly knows how to create characters and take them through the story. I also like the POV style - it always shows the internal "wheels" turning in the characters head. The way different storylines converged in the end was also not bad at all.
Eagerly awaiting the audio version of the third book in this series.
The first book (Lost and Found) was good, but the second one is better!
Alex Andre certainly knows how to create characters and take them through the story. I also like the POV style - it always shows the internal "wheels" turning in the characters head. The way different storylines converged in the end was also not bad at all.
Eagerly awaiting the audio version of the third book in this series.
March 12, 2025
Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2025
Another great book by this author with a strong female character as well as a character with a disability. It's so exciting to see how the story grows from the first book and you get to meet new characters. I love when you read a book and there is a strong female character who can take care of herself and isn't pigeonholed into the role that woman characters usually are. This author really makes you feel what he is writing the characters and the world
Another great book by this author with a strong female character as well as a character with a disability. It's so exciting to see how the story grows from the first book and you get to meet new characters. I love when you read a book and there is a strong female character who can take care of herself and isn't pigeonholed into the role that woman characters usually are. This author really makes you feel what he is writing the characters and the world
September 11, 2024
*I was given a free copy of this book for my honest review*
After not loving the first book, I debated whether or not to read the second. However, I'm super glad that I did. The second book in the series was written much better. A lot of the pacing issues were fixed, and the story, in general, felt more "fleshed out." I did not feel like there was an underlying plot I was missing.
I found this book to be much more enjoyable than the first.
After not loving the first book, I debated whether or not to read the second. However, I'm super glad that I did. The second book in the series was written much better. A lot of the pacing issues were fixed, and the story, in general, felt more "fleshed out." I did not feel like there was an underlying plot I was missing.
I found this book to be much more enjoyable than the first.
December 26, 2021
I really enjoyed this book! I found it to be a quick read that kept me wanting to ready more. The story was really creative and I enjoyed all of the characters. If you are a fan of dystopian stories, check this one out!!
August 19, 2024
After reading the first book in this series and not liking it as much as I had hoped, I was hesitant to continue the series. That said I enjoyed the continuation with book 2 more so than the first.
The chapters were quick and while there are connections to some characters in the first, it is not necessarily a full continuation. I flew through ‘As and When’, with the chapters capturing my attention.
Definitely recommend if you didn’t necessarily like the first book or even if you loved it, you give this one a try.
Special thanks to the author himself for providing me with a copy of this novel.
The chapters were quick and while there are connections to some characters in the first, it is not necessarily a full continuation. I flew through ‘As and When’, with the chapters capturing my attention.
Definitely recommend if you didn’t necessarily like the first book or even if you loved it, you give this one a try.
Special thanks to the author himself for providing me with a copy of this novel.
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Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
As & When is a work of fiction in the post-apocalyptic thriller subgenre and it serves as the second installment to The E Apocrypha series. It is intended for the general adult reading audience owing to moderate but non-graphic references to sex and violence, as well as some explicit language usage, and was penned by author Alex Andre. Following on from the events of Lost and Found, we find ourselves with a very different set of leading figures as an outraged Aileen refuses to fall prey to her kidnappers. Meanwhile, her advisor Bo and protection specialist Ajinder set about a ruthless rescue mission in a dystopian world where the right technology is rare enough to command a dangerous price.
One of the things I particularly enjoyed about this novel was the ability to jump right into a fresh storyline mid-series without having to know everything about the first work. Whether you’ve read and enjoyed Lost and Found or not, author Alex Andre showcases yet more skill for variety in cinematic worldbuilding by introducing us to a new place far from Locksville and the changing attitudes and survival strategies of the people living there. It’s the richness in this kind of dystopian world that makes for an expansive and inviting series, and when that’s coupled with Andre’s talent for creating tense scenes, compelling dialogue, and a twisting plot that takes sudden shocking turns, it’s a true recipe for success. I can’t wait to see what comes next in this brave and terrifying new world, and I’d definitely recommend As & When to fans of dystopian thrillers everywhere.
Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
As & When is a work of fiction in the post-apocalyptic thriller subgenre and it serves as the second installment to The E Apocrypha series. It is intended for the general adult reading audience owing to moderate but non-graphic references to sex and violence, as well as some explicit language usage, and was penned by author Alex Andre. Following on from the events of Lost and Found, we find ourselves with a very different set of leading figures as an outraged Aileen refuses to fall prey to her kidnappers. Meanwhile, her advisor Bo and protection specialist Ajinder set about a ruthless rescue mission in a dystopian world where the right technology is rare enough to command a dangerous price.
One of the things I particularly enjoyed about this novel was the ability to jump right into a fresh storyline mid-series without having to know everything about the first work. Whether you’ve read and enjoyed Lost and Found or not, author Alex Andre showcases yet more skill for variety in cinematic worldbuilding by introducing us to a new place far from Locksville and the changing attitudes and survival strategies of the people living there. It’s the richness in this kind of dystopian world that makes for an expansive and inviting series, and when that’s coupled with Andre’s talent for creating tense scenes, compelling dialogue, and a twisting plot that takes sudden shocking turns, it’s a true recipe for success. I can’t wait to see what comes next in this brave and terrifying new world, and I’d definitely recommend As & When to fans of dystopian thrillers everywhere.
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