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In the End
Four college students head to the Colorado mountains for two weeks of rest, relaxation and winter fun on the bunny slopes. What they get instead is the end of the world as they know it as the city of Denver is destroyed by a nuclear explosion shortly after their arrival.
No electricity, no cell phones or communication. They are isolated on the mountain top. They don't know if this was a nuclear accident or a deliberate attack. If it is limited to Denver, or the start of World War Three.
In the absence of law enforcement, with no threat of punishment from the criminal justice system, those with anti-social, criminal urges are free to do as they please.
The former guarantees of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness are gone. Now it's up to every man and woman to provide and secure these things for themselves...
...Or die trying
No electricity, no cell phones or communication. They are isolated on the mountain top. They don't know if this was a nuclear accident or a deliberate attack. If it is limited to Denver, or the start of World War Three.
In the absence of law enforcement, with no threat of punishment from the criminal justice system, those with anti-social, criminal urges are free to do as they please.
The former guarantees of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness are gone. Now it's up to every man and woman to provide and secure these things for themselves...
...Or die trying
220 pages, Paperback
First published March 31, 2013
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March 31, 2018
Their view from the mountains in Colorado where they’d recently arrived for a two-week skiing vacation was vivid – the mushroom cloud over Denver made them realise the world as they had known it would never be the same. Everyone and everything would be gone – what would they do? Where would they go?
Jim and Angie holed up with Terry in the ski resort, thinking they were the only three left alive; they scrounged food and anything else they might need to keep them alive for the duration – not knowing how long that would be. No electricity, no telephone communication, no radio reception – they were completely isolated as well as frightened …
But there were others out there – people who knew there would be no law enforcement to stop them doing just as they wanted. And other victims that would be unfortunate enough to get in the way of the lawless…
In the End by Edward M. Wolfe is a dystopic/post-apocalyptic novel where a group of very different individuals attempt to survive a nuclear event. There are a lot of characters introduced, some nice, some ghastly – and some downright evil. Fast paced and action packed, nevertheless a good editor could have tightened the story somewhat. I’ve had it on my kindle for a number of years (4) and used it for a particular challenge 😊
Jim and Angie holed up with Terry in the ski resort, thinking they were the only three left alive; they scrounged food and anything else they might need to keep them alive for the duration – not knowing how long that would be. No electricity, no telephone communication, no radio reception – they were completely isolated as well as frightened …
But there were others out there – people who knew there would be no law enforcement to stop them doing just as they wanted. And other victims that would be unfortunate enough to get in the way of the lawless…
In the End by Edward M. Wolfe is a dystopic/post-apocalyptic novel where a group of very different individuals attempt to survive a nuclear event. There are a lot of characters introduced, some nice, some ghastly – and some downright evil. Fast paced and action packed, nevertheless a good editor could have tightened the story somewhat. I’ve had it on my kindle for a number of years (4) and used it for a particular challenge 😊
August 9, 2016
Seems that a lot of apocalyptical books are coming my way recently.
This is the third I read in a roll. It makes me think what people are afraid, but why wouldn't them (we)? with such lack of respect, morals and ethics that are surrounding us these days.
IN THE END is about what happens to a group of people that find themselves stuck in the mountains after Denver is nuked.
In a very interesting way, the author shows and tells us the reactions of:
- Regular friends in holidays, one of them a nihilist (or at least he says so);
- A mother (a Christian, that keeps critiquing everything and is a patronizing boring woman) and her big, tall son that is a dearling;
- A criminal and his follower;
- A young mother and her toddler daughter;
- A Mormon group huddled in their church;
- An employee of a resort;
and a few more characters.
In their interactions - and lack of news: no radio, TV, electricity at all - it is curious to notice that the emotions and characters sharpen as the times passes and need shows itself.
I was very drawn to the gentle, a bit submissive son. I particularly disliked his mother, the Christian woman. She was abusive in every way. She was not grateful for other people and kept praising the Lord for everything (nothing wrong in that but she used it to diminish and abuse people. I dislike abusive people.) But that doesn't mean I dislike her as a character. She is a great character, in fact.
Also, the intelligent toddler was such a nice character that I felt like I could picture her in front of me doing things.
The nihilist is very interesting, although his character is a bit... hmmm... unlikable? I've never came across a nihilist in person and to think life has no meaning is kind of hard to me. But well, Jim is still unveiled, I would say.
Trey was a very nice surprise. And Monica too.
The book has a fast pace, action abounds everywhere.
I must say there are a few gruesome parts (including a rape and many murders) that were not out of place, since this is a period where Law cannot be ensued. I absolutely love the way the author ended the final chapter.
You can choose to read this in two ways:
- Read it and move on.
- Read it and stop to think about how your personality cannot be dictated by what others say or have said about you, but by what your heart feels it is right, because in the end, imo, what matters is how you feel about what you do.
I'm still thinking about it. I might even come back and complete this review with more thoughts.
This is the third I read in a roll. It makes me think what people are afraid, but why wouldn't them (we)? with such lack of respect, morals and ethics that are surrounding us these days.
IN THE END is about what happens to a group of people that find themselves stuck in the mountains after Denver is nuked.
In a very interesting way, the author shows and tells us the reactions of:
- Regular friends in holidays, one of them a nihilist (or at least he says so);
- A mother (a Christian, that keeps critiquing everything and is a patronizing boring woman) and her big, tall son that is a dearling;
- A criminal and his follower;
- A young mother and her toddler daughter;
- A Mormon group huddled in their church;
- An employee of a resort;
and a few more characters.
In their interactions - and lack of news: no radio, TV, electricity at all - it is curious to notice that the emotions and characters sharpen as the times passes and need shows itself.
I was very drawn to the gentle, a bit submissive son. I particularly disliked his mother, the Christian woman. She was abusive in every way. She was not grateful for other people and kept praising the Lord for everything (nothing wrong in that but she used it to diminish and abuse people. I dislike abusive people.) But that doesn't mean I dislike her as a character. She is a great character, in fact.
Also, the intelligent toddler was such a nice character that I felt like I could picture her in front of me doing things.
The nihilist is very interesting, although his character is a bit... hmmm... unlikable? I've never came across a nihilist in person and to think life has no meaning is kind of hard to me. But well, Jim is still unveiled, I would say.
Trey was a very nice surprise. And Monica too.
The book has a fast pace, action abounds everywhere.
I must say there are a few gruesome parts (including a rape and many murders) that were not out of place, since this is a period where Law cannot be ensued. I absolutely love the way the author ended the final chapter.
You can choose to read this in two ways:
- Read it and move on.
- Read it and stop to think about how your personality cannot be dictated by what others say or have said about you, but by what your heart feels it is right, because in the end, imo, what matters is how you feel about what you do.
I'm still thinking about it. I might even come back and complete this review with more thoughts.
March 13, 2014
A deluge of dystopian and apocalyptic novels have hit the market over the past several years, but none are as exciting, honest and fast moving as “In The End”. The novel begins with a catastrophic event that would normally establish a plot driven story; but, that changes quickly as Mr. Wolfe gives the individual characters free reign to plunge the reader into a series of actions and events that culminate in a shocking conclusion.
“In The End” is a roller coaster ride, in short chapters, that jump from one character to another, describing through vividly visual words how each of them handle (or not) their individual situations based upon their inherent character traits and faults—think Quentin Tarantino movie.
Each of the actors in this apocalyptic tragedy is readily identifiable. It’s the four college students who could be the next door neighbor’s sons and daughters. There’s the biker-thug that always seems to be hanging around in the bars and his faithful, naïve follower. Not to be left out is the older mother who is also a raving religious fanatic, and her adult son whose only connection to religion is to “honor thy father and (especially) thy mother”. Easily recognizable for all readers are the young mother and her daughter caught in a situation that appears beyond their ability to survive and possibly a group of Mormons, armed to the teeth, hold up in, and defending, their church.
It’s an honest story that cuts no slack. There are acts of great charity and those that will disgust and alarm. Included are feats of bravery and generosity, as well as acts of selfishness and malevolence. It’s a tale of beauty, love and compassion; and conversely, one of ugliness, hate and brutality. It’s a great story with a magnificent end that had me pumping my fist and yelling, “Yeah!”
“In The End” is a roller coaster ride, in short chapters, that jump from one character to another, describing through vividly visual words how each of them handle (or not) their individual situations based upon their inherent character traits and faults—think Quentin Tarantino movie.
Each of the actors in this apocalyptic tragedy is readily identifiable. It’s the four college students who could be the next door neighbor’s sons and daughters. There’s the biker-thug that always seems to be hanging around in the bars and his faithful, naïve follower. Not to be left out is the older mother who is also a raving religious fanatic, and her adult son whose only connection to religion is to “honor thy father and (especially) thy mother”. Easily recognizable for all readers are the young mother and her daughter caught in a situation that appears beyond their ability to survive and possibly a group of Mormons, armed to the teeth, hold up in, and defending, their church.
It’s an honest story that cuts no slack. There are acts of great charity and those that will disgust and alarm. Included are feats of bravery and generosity, as well as acts of selfishness and malevolence. It’s a tale of beauty, love and compassion; and conversely, one of ugliness, hate and brutality. It’s a great story with a magnificent end that had me pumping my fist and yelling, “Yeah!”
August 10, 2014
3.5 stars!
I love that the book starts with the characters in the opening scene looking at the mushroom cloud, so I could dive right into the story. Jim and Angela are with friends in a ski-resort condo cabin, and there is immediate stress as Jim’s reaction to events is perceived as inappropriate [while his consideration of survival first is natural, he’s not unduly disturbed by the possible death of millions; his general demeanour is reminiscent of a sociopath, which makes him immediately interesting as the protagonist].
As the story progresses, we’re introduced to other characters, scattered in or near the ski resort. Like a clock running down, these various people - including one volatile villain - come closer and closer [the chapters and scenes shorten also, adding very effectively to the tension], their stories merging at the last. There is redemption for some, death for others, and the story ends with the survivors striking out to find what is left of America, and to start a new existence.
Firmer editing would have improved this story, IMO, and the rotating POV - especially in the first chapter - confused slightly. Yet the characters are all regular people - no military, no police, no mad scientists - which made this “what-if” scenario completely relatable.
I love that the book starts with the characters in the opening scene looking at the mushroom cloud, so I could dive right into the story. Jim and Angela are with friends in a ski-resort condo cabin, and there is immediate stress as Jim’s reaction to events is perceived as inappropriate [while his consideration of survival first is natural, he’s not unduly disturbed by the possible death of millions; his general demeanour is reminiscent of a sociopath, which makes him immediately interesting as the protagonist].
As the story progresses, we’re introduced to other characters, scattered in or near the ski resort. Like a clock running down, these various people - including one volatile villain - come closer and closer [the chapters and scenes shorten also, adding very effectively to the tension], their stories merging at the last. There is redemption for some, death for others, and the story ends with the survivors striking out to find what is left of America, and to start a new existence.
Firmer editing would have improved this story, IMO, and the rotating POV - especially in the first chapter - confused slightly. Yet the characters are all regular people - no military, no police, no mad scientists - which made this “what-if” scenario completely relatable.
October 28, 2014
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, even though it's not the genre I usually read. I confess I read it in 2 days, couldn't put it down, it was a fast yet addictive reading that kept me going to find out more about all the characters stranded in this pre-apocalyptic story.
Descriptions are vivid and flow well between chapters. Wolfe did a great job with the characters. I hated Carl and wanted him dead as soon as possible, while I had lots of sympathy towards Monica and Tori. They felt real, and I found myself immediately taking sides, liking some, hating others, and rooting for a happy ending. I was drawn to find out how they would all connect and come together after all, and Wolfe didn't disappoint. It makes for a great first book and I'm sure the upcoming sequels will bring more excitement and close some of the "open wounds" from this book, like Jim's background. His sarcastic, pessimistic outlook is very noticeable and at times annoying, and although he definitely has issues, he has a soft side that prompts you to empathize with him. Great job.
Descriptions are vivid and flow well between chapters. Wolfe did a great job with the characters. I hated Carl and wanted him dead as soon as possible, while I had lots of sympathy towards Monica and Tori. They felt real, and I found myself immediately taking sides, liking some, hating others, and rooting for a happy ending. I was drawn to find out how they would all connect and come together after all, and Wolfe didn't disappoint. It makes for a great first book and I'm sure the upcoming sequels will bring more excitement and close some of the "open wounds" from this book, like Jim's background. His sarcastic, pessimistic outlook is very noticeable and at times annoying, and although he definitely has issues, he has a soft side that prompts you to empathize with him. Great job.
December 11, 2014
How An Apocalypse Should Be Wow! As they say, you should never judge a book by its cover. I will admit that I was a little bit put off by the cover of this, but the story inside more than made up for it. Characters and situations that felt real, and evoked real emotions. I'm so used to reading apocalyptics with mud-for-brains characters (or worse, shallow ones), and situations that are so convoluted that it kills the story, but that's not the case here. In particular, I enjoyed the character of Jim, and his attitude to the disaster and the world in general. A very good addition to the genre.
August 7, 2015
"One plot with four sub-plots that converge."
Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?
It was interesting. I doubt I will listen to it again because of the poor quality of the narration, but the story was worth the time. Unlike the last book I listened to, I don't regret the time I took to listen to this one.
Would you be willing to try another one of Christopher James Young’s performances?
Mr Young's narration was poor in that I honestly think I could have done a better job. The quality of the editing was extremely poor in that there were several places where audio was spliced in that sounded like it had been recorded on an old fashioned tape recorder years ago. It happened so often I began to wonder if this was done on purpose, but I couldn't find a common thread that would have tied them all together. I will end up listening to at least one more book that Mr. Young narrates, though, because I want to find out what happens to all of the characters who finally came together in that last hour of the book.
Was In the End worth the listening time?
This just seems to be a rephrasing of the first question so I will say that it was worth the five-and-a-half hours it took to listen to the book.
Any additional comments?
I only gave the story three stars because I thought the writing was pretty simplistic. It sounded like a long version of something I might have written for a high school English composition. That isn't necessarily a bad thing, it just means that I expect writers to do a better job than I could.
As I said in my headline, there is one big plot (the nuking of Denver, CO) and four sub-plots that don't converge until the last 20% of the book. Once everyone comes together, though, they all work together to survive.
This is the first book in the series. The last chapter of this book is actually the first three chapters of the next book in the series which, according to the narrator, should be available now. I won't spoil the ending of book one by telling you anything about book two, but this story was good enough that I want to find out what happens next. I can't say that about the last book I listened to.
I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review
Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?
It was interesting. I doubt I will listen to it again because of the poor quality of the narration, but the story was worth the time. Unlike the last book I listened to, I don't regret the time I took to listen to this one.
Would you be willing to try another one of Christopher James Young’s performances?
Mr Young's narration was poor in that I honestly think I could have done a better job. The quality of the editing was extremely poor in that there were several places where audio was spliced in that sounded like it had been recorded on an old fashioned tape recorder years ago. It happened so often I began to wonder if this was done on purpose, but I couldn't find a common thread that would have tied them all together. I will end up listening to at least one more book that Mr. Young narrates, though, because I want to find out what happens to all of the characters who finally came together in that last hour of the book.
Was In the End worth the listening time?
This just seems to be a rephrasing of the first question so I will say that it was worth the five-and-a-half hours it took to listen to the book.
Any additional comments?
I only gave the story three stars because I thought the writing was pretty simplistic. It sounded like a long version of something I might have written for a high school English composition. That isn't necessarily a bad thing, it just means that I expect writers to do a better job than I could.
As I said in my headline, there is one big plot (the nuking of Denver, CO) and four sub-plots that don't converge until the last 20% of the book. Once everyone comes together, though, they all work together to survive.
This is the first book in the series. The last chapter of this book is actually the first three chapters of the next book in the series which, according to the narrator, should be available now. I won't spoil the ending of book one by telling you anything about book two, but this story was good enough that I want to find out what happens next. I can't say that about the last book I listened to.
I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review
April 23, 2015
IN THE END: A Pre-Apocalypse Novel
Author: Edward M Wolfe
Type of Book: Audiobook - Unabridged
Narrator: Christopher James Young
Length: 5 hours, 34 minutes
Genre: Post-Apocalyptic Fiction
Release Date: January 8, 2015
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐
* I received a free copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
Jim and Angela and two other friends are on vacation high in the mountains of Colorado when a mushroom cloud rises over the city of Denver. What was supposed to be a fun vacation has suddenly turned into a fight for survival.
Carl and Trey are members of a Denver motorcycle club, but that is where their similarities end. Carl sees the detonation of the nuclear bomb as a free pass to commit robbery and rape. Trey is more concerned about the fate of his younger sister and her young daughter. They are supposed to closer than brothers, but can Trey turn a blind eye while Carl commits atrocities?
The bomb took thousands, perhaps millions of lives, but as Jim, Angela, Trey and others are about to find out: the nuclear bomb and it's fallout is the least of their problems.
This book sets the stage for a much larger story and series. I am very interested in reading subsequent post-apocalyptic books in this series.
At the end of this audiobook there is a free preview of IN THE END 2: An American Apocalypse. This is SMART. Listening to that preview made me even more interested in listening to the second book.
The narrator did a good job of voicing the various characters.
I give this audiobook 4 out of 5 stars.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Edward M Wolf was a field reporter for an online news site. He has authored several other books.
To read more of my reviews visit http://amiesbookreviews.wordpress.com
Author: Edward M Wolfe
Type of Book: Audiobook - Unabridged
Narrator: Christopher James Young
Length: 5 hours, 34 minutes
Genre: Post-Apocalyptic Fiction
Release Date: January 8, 2015
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐
* I received a free copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
Jim and Angela and two other friends are on vacation high in the mountains of Colorado when a mushroom cloud rises over the city of Denver. What was supposed to be a fun vacation has suddenly turned into a fight for survival.
Carl and Trey are members of a Denver motorcycle club, but that is where their similarities end. Carl sees the detonation of the nuclear bomb as a free pass to commit robbery and rape. Trey is more concerned about the fate of his younger sister and her young daughter. They are supposed to closer than brothers, but can Trey turn a blind eye while Carl commits atrocities?
The bomb took thousands, perhaps millions of lives, but as Jim, Angela, Trey and others are about to find out: the nuclear bomb and it's fallout is the least of their problems.
This book sets the stage for a much larger story and series. I am very interested in reading subsequent post-apocalyptic books in this series.
At the end of this audiobook there is a free preview of IN THE END 2: An American Apocalypse. This is SMART. Listening to that preview made me even more interested in listening to the second book.
The narrator did a good job of voicing the various characters.
I give this audiobook 4 out of 5 stars.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Edward M Wolf was a field reporter for an online news site. He has authored several other books.
To read more of my reviews visit http://amiesbookreviews.wordpress.com
April 3, 2016
In The End is the story of a disparate group of individuals trying to survive in the immediate two week aftermath of a nuclear attack on nearby Denver. Allegiances and friendships are forged at the same time as violent conflict is unleashed between the group, as their true colours are shown.
Edward M Wolfe has written a pacy and compelling narrative; not a single chapter occurs without excitement and movement of the plot forwards. The characterisation of some protagonists, particularly Tori and Trey who are brother and sister, felt reasonably believable and their actions fitted their situations. However, I was uncertain about others' reactions, and I wonder how much experience Wolfe has with small children, as Elizabeth did not behave as a three year old would be expected to. Similarly, college students, Angela and Jim, were not as convincing to me.
Although the plot was fast-moving and action-packed, there were some continuity issues: for example, unexplained inconsistency as to whether to the power was off, and Monica's husband changing name at one point! Some of the writing needed more editing in my opinion, as the point of view shifts made some chapters very confusing. There was also a tendency to go into too much detail on technical issues, which most people (myself included) would find a little tedious.
Overall, it was a fun novel to read due to its subject matter, and plenty of people would enjoy it. Personally, it wasn't my cup of tea but I can see potential in Wolfe's writing.
Note: I received a copy of In The End as GoodReads giveaway.
Edward M Wolfe has written a pacy and compelling narrative; not a single chapter occurs without excitement and movement of the plot forwards. The characterisation of some protagonists, particularly Tori and Trey who are brother and sister, felt reasonably believable and their actions fitted their situations. However, I was uncertain about others' reactions, and I wonder how much experience Wolfe has with small children, as Elizabeth did not behave as a three year old would be expected to. Similarly, college students, Angela and Jim, were not as convincing to me.
Although the plot was fast-moving and action-packed, there were some continuity issues: for example, unexplained inconsistency as to whether to the power was off, and Monica's husband changing name at one point! Some of the writing needed more editing in my opinion, as the point of view shifts made some chapters very confusing. There was also a tendency to go into too much detail on technical issues, which most people (myself included) would find a little tedious.
Overall, it was a fun novel to read due to its subject matter, and plenty of people would enjoy it. Personally, it wasn't my cup of tea but I can see potential in Wolfe's writing.
Note: I received a copy of In The End as GoodReads giveaway.
March 11, 2014
In the End - a small apocalypse.
In the End is a small novel (only 218 pages Amazon) from Edward M Wolfe, following a limited number of survivors after an apparent nuclear attack on Denver.
The writing is paced beautifully; in a clear, no nonsense style that pulls you along, tantalising with some lovely hooks as it goes. Once I was half way through, I needed to finish, because I was so wrapped up in the character’s situations. The plot felt realistic in its mechanics, resolving all the threads nicely in a finale involving them all. True, it was sign-posted and any seasoned reader might see it coming, but the read’s so enjoyable that I didn’t mind.
It’s not Alas Babylon, Fail Safe or On The Beach, but it’s a very enjoyable way to spend a few hours getting to know these characters and their world.
There are negatives, hence the four stars (I would really have given 3 and half, but don’t have that option. I ‘m a hard ass when it comes to reviews; 3 and half is good). The novel is too short. There’s a situation involving Mormons which should in my opinion have been longer. The characterisation is okay, but at the beginning, I felt they were a little flat – these two points are just nit picking because the issues didn’t detract from a great read. Also, some of the characters made choices which I felt were less than sensible under the circumstances. But that’s people right, making mistakes.
A good read and I would read more of this guy’s work.
Recommended.
In the End is a small novel (only 218 pages Amazon) from Edward M Wolfe, following a limited number of survivors after an apparent nuclear attack on Denver.
The writing is paced beautifully; in a clear, no nonsense style that pulls you along, tantalising with some lovely hooks as it goes. Once I was half way through, I needed to finish, because I was so wrapped up in the character’s situations. The plot felt realistic in its mechanics, resolving all the threads nicely in a finale involving them all. True, it was sign-posted and any seasoned reader might see it coming, but the read’s so enjoyable that I didn’t mind.
It’s not Alas Babylon, Fail Safe or On The Beach, but it’s a very enjoyable way to spend a few hours getting to know these characters and their world.
There are negatives, hence the four stars (I would really have given 3 and half, but don’t have that option. I ‘m a hard ass when it comes to reviews; 3 and half is good). The novel is too short. There’s a situation involving Mormons which should in my opinion have been longer. The characterisation is okay, but at the beginning, I felt they were a little flat – these two points are just nit picking because the issues didn’t detract from a great read. Also, some of the characters made choices which I felt were less than sensible under the circumstances. But that’s people right, making mistakes.
A good read and I would read more of this guy’s work.
Recommended.
March 25, 2016
Very enjoyable read. Well written, nicely paced, all the good things other reviewers have said. I really liked the way that the characters emerged through what they did and said rather than through physical descriptions. Similarly, the resort setting was lightly sketched and this enabled Wolfe to get straight into the story and so sparked my interest straightaway.
Some have said that too much was left hanging, however, the author billed this as a pre-apocalypse novel – it’s about the beginning of the apocalypse, not the whole story of the apocalypse. For me the novel had a proper ending, it felt completed in itself and I didn’t get the feeling that the author simply stopped and left things hanging and you have to read the next book to find out what happened. I might be old-fashioned but I still believe a novel, even if it’s part of a series, should be a complete story in itself. One thing is certain, Edward Wolfe is a natural storyteller and his writing is head and shoulders above many other offerings these days.
Some have said that too much was left hanging, however, the author billed this as a pre-apocalypse novel – it’s about the beginning of the apocalypse, not the whole story of the apocalypse. For me the novel had a proper ending, it felt completed in itself and I didn’t get the feeling that the author simply stopped and left things hanging and you have to read the next book to find out what happened. I might be old-fashioned but I still believe a novel, even if it’s part of a series, should be a complete story in itself. One thing is certain, Edward Wolfe is a natural storyteller and his writing is head and shoulders above many other offerings these days.
February 8, 2014
In The End is one of my top five favorite post-apocalyptic novels of all time (and I read a lot of doomsday fiction). This story follows four groups of people who are brought together by a nuclear bomb that goes off in Denver. Edward Wolfe takes the reader to a special place by making you feel like you know the characters that are living through the apocalypse.
Most of the characters are decent people caught in a bad situation, but there is one particularly evil man who will stop at nothing to exact his revenge on anyone who has crossed him. This book really has everything. There is action in every chapter, as well as plenty of heartwarming moments.
I can’t recommend this book enough. If you’re a fan of post-apocalyptic stories with heart, then In The End is a must read. Do yourself a favor and download this book today!
Most of the characters are decent people caught in a bad situation, but there is one particularly evil man who will stop at nothing to exact his revenge on anyone who has crossed him. This book really has everything. There is action in every chapter, as well as plenty of heartwarming moments.
I can’t recommend this book enough. If you’re a fan of post-apocalyptic stories with heart, then In The End is a must read. Do yourself a favor and download this book today!
March 8, 2014
This book was AWESOME!! The characters were from every back ground and you really relate to them!! Everyone knows at least one of these characters. They have a friend like Jim or a relive like Tori. and some have been terrorized by people like Carl. This story is great because its not far fetched. Everything that happens really would happen if this ever occurred. I love seeing how the characters intertwine and you get to see ho everyone comes together!! I love the ending! I can't help but hope there will be more from this story, because there's so much I want to know!!! This was a great book and it's going on the keeper shelf for sure!!!
February 9, 2014
Perhaps this is simply not a genre of reading I like, but I am still giving it 3 stars because I feel that it was well-written. Another person who is interested in real-life apocalyptic text may very much enjoy this book and I would be willing to offer it to anyone who would like to read it. I read over half the book and realized I just could not get into it. That is not the author's fault as this book is engaging and has very interesting scenes. It just did not keep my attention.
September 9, 2014
Loved this book !!!!!!!
This is my first book by Edward M Wolfe but it won't be my last.I have never wrote a review before. The only bad thing I can say is the book wasn't long enough. The way it ended their has to be a sequel and I can't wait for it to see what happens next. If you like apocalyptic or end of the world books you will like this book. I was given this book for free for an honest review.
This is my first book by Edward M Wolfe but it won't be my last.I have never wrote a review before. The only bad thing I can say is the book wasn't long enough. The way it ended their has to be a sequel and I can't wait for it to see what happens next. If you like apocalyptic or end of the world books you will like this book. I was given this book for free for an honest review.
September 24, 2014
The author had a mix of all kinds of characters, morally speaking. Of course there is the one that would even be difficult for his own mother to love. Living in this day of 'rumors of wars' as well as actual wars it isn't too far fetched to realize the events of the story could easily become reality.
February 12, 2014
The characters were pretty stereotypical. The writing was OK. The epilogue was almost as if he needed some more words to fill some imaginary quota. It would have been better off without it.
September 20, 2014
Good read
I really liked this book. I received this book in exchange for a honest opinion. I highly recommend this book.
Essie
I really liked this book. I received this book in exchange for a honest opinion. I highly recommend this book.
Essie
October 2, 2014
So-So. Not worth rereading.
January 15, 2016
Review to come!!
May 10, 2017
A great book by a great author
Mr Wolfe seriously knows how to pull in readers. This book was amazing,I couldn't put it down once I started. It is so well written with a variety of very dynamic characters - each with their own story. The plot was well thought out and very intense; he definitely knows how to incorporate current events and ideas into his stories to get people thinking, without being boring. I can't wait for book 2. I would recommend this book to anyone. Seriously READ IT!
Mr Wolfe seriously knows how to pull in readers. This book was amazing,I couldn't put it down once I started. It is so well written with a variety of very dynamic characters - each with their own story. The plot was well thought out and very intense; he definitely knows how to incorporate current events and ideas into his stories to get people thinking, without being boring. I can't wait for book 2. I would recommend this book to anyone. Seriously READ IT!
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