After the bombs fall, survival becomes a desperate fight. Paula's injury forces the group to split in search of help, but danger waits at every turn. Charles, Rick, Shane, and Kristen race across broken highways, haunted by destruction and death at every stop, while Greg, Craig, Randall, and the others encounter betrayal, hidden agendas, and a chilling discovery — a working phone that should have been destroyed in the pulse. As foreign soldiers tighten their grip on American soil, new alliances are tested underground in secret shelters, while overhead, American fighter jets clash with invading forces. Trust frays, Families struggle to stay together, and whispers of spies and informants raise more questions than answers. In this gripping continuation of The Darkness series, no one is safe, and every decision carries deadly consequences. Who can be trusted, and how far will they go to protect the ones they love?
Jason R. Cash was born in Anniston, Alabama, and grew up with a love for storytelling that followed him throughout his life. In 2016, he and his wife Lori moved to the Gulf Coast, where the laid-back lifestyle, close-knit communities, and endless inspiration from the water and people around him began to shape not only his career but also his writing. Jason is the proud father of three adult children and “Paw Paw” to three wonderful grandchildren who bring joy and laughter into his life. Family has always been at the heart of everything he does, and that sense of connection, loyalty, and perseverance often shines through in his stories. His novels range from the tender and heartfelt—like Simple, a story of innocence and resilience—to gripping suspense and action, as seen in Escape, Neighbor, General Population, and the Darkness series. His writing style blends vivid description and down-to-earth realism with a touch of haunting atmosphere, inviting readers to step into worlds where ordinary people face extraordinary circumstances. When Jason isn’t writing, he and Lori run a successful real estate business on the Alabama Gulf Coast. Together, they enjoy helping families find their place in a region that has become their own beloved home. Whether on the page or in person, Jason’s greatest passion is sharing stories—about houses, about people, and about life on the Gulf Coast