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Nuclear War #2
Aftermath 2
In a nuclear war, millions will die when the warheads detonate.
The EMP effect will destroy power grids.
It would be the war to end all wars. Yet …
In the aftermath, billions will die from nuclear winter.
The real battle to avoid extinction was just beginning.
The living will envy the dead.
In the first book of this survival thriller series, the nuclear war scenario unfolded in real-time as the very technology the United States relied upon to protect America’s shores triggered a cascading series of failures. The pinnacle of human innovation turns into mankind’s greatest nightmare as Nuclear Armageddon was triggered.
The world was caught in the crossfire with devastating results. Millions died when the warheads detonated. Power grids were destroyed, leaving mankind to survive in a powerless world. And that was just the beginning.
As world leaders have often stated, “There’s no such thing as a small nuclear war.” This is how the world ends. Not with a single missile’s impact, but with many nuclear bombs detonated around the planet. It was no longer a topic of speculation for political pundits or even families sitting around the dinner table. The threat was always real and the devastation was predictable.
This is more than the story of nuclear war. It's about the devastating effects aftermath wrought when the bombs stop dropping. The possible future of humanity is seen through the eyes of the Bartlett family, Maine lobstermen whose roots stretch back to the early settlement of Maine.
Some are at sea. Another is off the island they call home. And the youngest, newlyweds, are tucked away in a place of perceived safety in the heart of Europe.
While they fight for survival, they trek across a rapidly deteriorating landscape fraught with danger from both the elements and their fellow man.
Aftermath is a gripping technothriller that explores the dangers of unchecked technological advancement and the profound implications of placing too much reliance on artificial intelligence. It prompts the reader to ask, “With AI, are we summoning the demon and giving it control?”
The EMP effect will destroy power grids.
It would be the war to end all wars. Yet …
In the aftermath, billions will die from nuclear winter.
The real battle to avoid extinction was just beginning.
The living will envy the dead.
In the first book of this survival thriller series, the nuclear war scenario unfolded in real-time as the very technology the United States relied upon to protect America’s shores triggered a cascading series of failures. The pinnacle of human innovation turns into mankind’s greatest nightmare as Nuclear Armageddon was triggered.
The world was caught in the crossfire with devastating results. Millions died when the warheads detonated. Power grids were destroyed, leaving mankind to survive in a powerless world. And that was just the beginning.
As world leaders have often stated, “There’s no such thing as a small nuclear war.” This is how the world ends. Not with a single missile’s impact, but with many nuclear bombs detonated around the planet. It was no longer a topic of speculation for political pundits or even families sitting around the dinner table. The threat was always real and the devastation was predictable.
This is more than the story of nuclear war. It's about the devastating effects aftermath wrought when the bombs stop dropping. The possible future of humanity is seen through the eyes of the Bartlett family, Maine lobstermen whose roots stretch back to the early settlement of Maine.
Some are at sea. Another is off the island they call home. And the youngest, newlyweds, are tucked away in a place of perceived safety in the heart of Europe.
While they fight for survival, they trek across a rapidly deteriorating landscape fraught with danger from both the elements and their fellow man.
Aftermath is a gripping technothriller that explores the dangers of unchecked technological advancement and the profound implications of placing too much reliance on artificial intelligence. It prompts the reader to ask, “With AI, are we summoning the demon and giving it control?”
310 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 29, 2024
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About the author
Bobby Akart
98 books406 followersInternational bestselling author, Bobby Akart, one of America's favorite storytellers, delivers up-all-night thrillers to readers in 245 countries and territories worldwide. He's achieved Amazon Top 5 Author status in both fiction and non-fiction genres, Amazon Kindle All Star and Top 50 Amazon Author (#35) and Top 25 Best Selling Book on Amazon Charts (Yellowstone #25).
"He's right up there with James Patterson, David Baldacci, Brad Thor and others that write thrillers. To me he actually surpasses them.”
He has written more than 80 novels in the disaster, survival, medical and political thriller genres.
"He's right up there with James Patterson, David Baldacci, Brad Thor and others that write thrillers. To me he actually surpasses them.”
He has written more than 80 novels in the disaster, survival, medical and political thriller genres.
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October 7, 2024
Shaping up to be a pretty good series
August 30, 2024
Aftermath2
The start of World War 3? Looks that way. If we let our imagination just believe, we can see this happening. The author's style of writing is a slow buildup. We can feel the drama draw us in and keeps us turning the pages to see what's going to happen next. A few places were a tad slow but that's fine. It lets us absorbed the plot and makes us think. Definitely recommend the book and the series.
The start of World War 3? Looks that way. If we let our imagination just believe, we can see this happening. The author's style of writing is a slow buildup. We can feel the drama draw us in and keeps us turning the pages to see what's going to happen next. A few places were a tad slow but that's fine. It lets us absorbed the plot and makes us think. Definitely recommend the book and the series.
August 29, 2024
I love how Bobby Akart seems to get inside the head of World Leaders. I know this is fiction, but it is so well done and researched, you feel like this is exactly what they are thinking. I am praying this stays fiction.
The Bartlett family, may be my favorite family he has written about. They are tough as nails, yet genuinely loving and so human.
This book grips you from the beginning, grabs your heart, and takes you on the best emotional roller coaster, ever.
If you have never read a Bobby Akart book, this is a great series to begin with. You will have discovered a new favorite author.
The Bartlett family, may be my favorite family he has written about. They are tough as nails, yet genuinely loving and so human.
This book grips you from the beginning, grabs your heart, and takes you on the best emotional roller coaster, ever.
If you have never read a Bobby Akart book, this is a great series to begin with. You will have discovered a new favorite author.
September 4, 2024
I kept telling myself just one more chapter....but I couldn't put this book down. The real world news excerpts give the reader a look into how this could become our reality. I cannot wait for book three! This is my first series by this author and I am hooked!
September 9, 2024
A North Korean test of a hypersonic missile flew into the middle of the United States.
The Korean test flight was spot on, it didn't matter that the missile was unarmed. Before the missile struck the earth, a response from U.S. was on the way to turn the DPRK into a glass covered parking lot, incapable of supporting life for decades. North Korea launched everything they had at America and its allies. Russia and China added their nuclear arsenal to the growing devastation of U.S. combat might. More than one thousand nuclear tipped missiles exploded across America. European and Southeast Asian targets were added to the growing devastation. All across America, from Naval ships and deep silos, from submarines and strategic bombers, American missiles flew in response.
The Bartlett family, lobster men on the sea of Maine, were scattered across the state, the Atlantic, and honeymooning in Europe, must contend with the aftermath. Their response will model survivors around the world as the Earth reacts to a new, nuclear devastated land. Living will be difficult, impossible for some. The new circumstances will likely center on people who prepared for The End Of The World As We Know It!
If they're going to win the struggle for survival, the Bartletts must fight tooth and nail to secure themselves for what's coming. Great characters, brought to life by the Master of Disaster, Bobby Akart. The storyline will focus on one family's struggle to survive. This time the struggle centers around the aftermath of nuclear warfare. All too familiar and hitting close to home, this is a great read!
The Korean test flight was spot on, it didn't matter that the missile was unarmed. Before the missile struck the earth, a response from U.S. was on the way to turn the DPRK into a glass covered parking lot, incapable of supporting life for decades. North Korea launched everything they had at America and its allies. Russia and China added their nuclear arsenal to the growing devastation of U.S. combat might. More than one thousand nuclear tipped missiles exploded across America. European and Southeast Asian targets were added to the growing devastation. All across America, from Naval ships and deep silos, from submarines and strategic bombers, American missiles flew in response.
The Bartlett family, lobster men on the sea of Maine, were scattered across the state, the Atlantic, and honeymooning in Europe, must contend with the aftermath. Their response will model survivors around the world as the Earth reacts to a new, nuclear devastated land. Living will be difficult, impossible for some. The new circumstances will likely center on people who prepared for The End Of The World As We Know It!
If they're going to win the struggle for survival, the Bartletts must fight tooth and nail to secure themselves for what's coming. Great characters, brought to life by the Master of Disaster, Bobby Akart. The storyline will focus on one family's struggle to survive. This time the struggle centers around the aftermath of nuclear warfare. All too familiar and hitting close to home, this is a great read!
August 31, 2024
Unlike
I've read every one of Akart books, series and stand-alone novels and enjoyed them all.........BUT.....
This one is UNLIKE all the others....its the only one I rated less than 4 or 5.....its the only one I'm not anxious for the next in the series to come out.
This is the only one that I didn't mind putting down and coming back to it later.
This is the only one in which I did not find the main characters likeable, not sure why exactly but this family is not likeable.
I WILL read the next book in the series if only in hopes that I enjoy it more.
The only thing I have disliked in all previous books is the use of profanity which adds nothing to the story.....and when an F.... bomb pops up it just distracts from the story, especially when the women seem to curse as much as the men........none of it is beneficial to the story.
Here's hoping the next ones restore my appreciation for Akart books
I've read every one of Akart books, series and stand-alone novels and enjoyed them all.........BUT.....
This one is UNLIKE all the others....its the only one I rated less than 4 or 5.....its the only one I'm not anxious for the next in the series to come out.
This is the only one that I didn't mind putting down and coming back to it later.
This is the only one in which I did not find the main characters likeable, not sure why exactly but this family is not likeable.
I WILL read the next book in the series if only in hopes that I enjoy it more.
The only thing I have disliked in all previous books is the use of profanity which adds nothing to the story.....and when an F.... bomb pops up it just distracts from the story, especially when the women seem to curse as much as the men........none of it is beneficial to the story.
Here's hoping the next ones restore my appreciation for Akart books
September 8, 2024
Because OF COURSE Abbie and Daniel are on another country and the family is all over the place when the war happens. I don't know why I hoped the newlyweds would be back from their honeymoon travels; no WAY would Bobby Akart let that happen.
As per usual, he's putting everybody through it and I was waiting for the worst. It was rough popping through three different areas, hoping everyone can make it through the next wave (in some cases, literally) to get home. It was also fascinating seeing my old stomping grounds from time in Europe through Abbie & Daniel's eyes. I don't know if my blood pressure can take book three - but I'm sure going to try. I have to know what happens next!!!
I received an advance review copy of this book, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
As per usual, he's putting everybody through it and I was waiting for the worst. It was rough popping through three different areas, hoping everyone can make it through the next wave (in some cases, literally) to get home. It was also fascinating seeing my old stomping grounds from time in Europe through Abbie & Daniel's eyes. I don't know if my blood pressure can take book three - but I'm sure going to try. I have to know what happens next!!!
I received an advance review copy of this book, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
November 25, 2024
I don't understand all the positive reviews. The first book was spent almost entirely on a long, slow introduction of the characters. The pace definitely picked up after the bombs fell,but the sugar rush didn't last long. In this volume, I find I don't care about what happens most of the characters, and the ones in Europe (I don't even remember their names) come off as being so stupid that I actually want bad things to happen to them.
The vast majority of what I read are post-apocalyptic books, including a number of Akart's other very good series. This one falls flat. When I'm left with nobody to root for, and don't care what happens next, it's time to abandon the series. I'm off to better things...
The vast majority of what I read are post-apocalyptic books, including a number of Akart's other very good series. This one falls flat. When I'm left with nobody to root for, and don't care what happens next, it's time to abandon the series. I'm off to better things...
July 18, 2025
Storyline a bit weak in emotion
Our family seems resourceful , and very lucky to find themselves together again, except for the Honeymooners who have to manage in Europe. Captain Billy has a boat that is running…and bypasses all the other boats and crew that are faced with dead engines and power…..leaving known ships isolated. That seems unfriendly and inhumane.
The honeymooners recognize they are in a precarious position and manage to kill a few bikers as they struggle to escape in the night. The assumption they made was that the bikers were bad people. Not clear how they worked that info out.
Story gaps left the reader with little sympathy as situations unfolded. The world has just ended and yet some areas appear unscathed. It’s confusing.
Our family seems resourceful , and very lucky to find themselves together again, except for the Honeymooners who have to manage in Europe. Captain Billy has a boat that is running…and bypasses all the other boats and crew that are faced with dead engines and power…..leaving known ships isolated. That seems unfriendly and inhumane.
The honeymooners recognize they are in a precarious position and manage to kill a few bikers as they struggle to escape in the night. The assumption they made was that the bikers were bad people. Not clear how they worked that info out.
Story gaps left the reader with little sympathy as situations unfolded. The world has just ended and yet some areas appear unscathed. It’s confusing.
September 8, 2025
The war continues...
Aftermath is about more than a nuclear war. It is about the war of survival. Focusing on a single family, there are a lot of viewpoints offered to see the new world emerging as the old crumbles. The author uses this method well. Just as you start to internally complain about the switch, you come to another that you cannot miss due to either the individual or the circumstances, or both. Yet the story progresses much more smoothly than you might expect.
You don't have to be an Akart fan to appreciate this captivating read, but you probably will be one before the series ends.
Aftermath is about more than a nuclear war. It is about the war of survival. Focusing on a single family, there are a lot of viewpoints offered to see the new world emerging as the old crumbles. The author uses this method well. Just as you start to internally complain about the switch, you come to another that you cannot miss due to either the individual or the circumstances, or both. Yet the story progresses much more smoothly than you might expect.
You don't have to be an Akart fan to appreciate this captivating read, but you probably will be one before the series ends.
August 31, 2024
Meticulously researched and chilling.
Aftermath 2 is the 2nd book in the technothriller in which AI and incompetence combine to create a Mutual Assured Destruction scenario globally. Made even more startling by the current news included in the prologue, Aftermath 2 picks up immediately where book 1 leaves off, right after the bombs start falling. This might be the most frightening fiction series I've read. And it still hasn't hit the fan fully yet. Awaiting book 3 will be excruciating...
Aftermath 2 is the 2nd book in the technothriller in which AI and incompetence combine to create a Mutual Assured Destruction scenario globally. Made even more startling by the current news included in the prologue, Aftermath 2 picks up immediately where book 1 leaves off, right after the bombs start falling. This might be the most frightening fiction series I've read. And it still hasn't hit the fan fully yet. Awaiting book 3 will be excruciating...
September 15, 2024
Looking forward to Aftermath 3
Great characters and a thought provoking storyline. As always, Bobby Akart weaves a tale of constantly tweaking the reader's interest with new twists and turns.
Character development brings the reader a growing appreciation of the individual's and their personalities. The "armageddon" scenario also saddles the characters with ever more challenges, maintaining the intensity. Akart research and attention to detail make the story all the more exciting.
Looking forward to Aftermath 3!!!
Great characters and a thought provoking storyline. As always, Bobby Akart weaves a tale of constantly tweaking the reader's interest with new twists and turns.
Character development brings the reader a growing appreciation of the individual's and their personalities. The "armageddon" scenario also saddles the characters with ever more challenges, maintaining the intensity. Akart research and attention to detail make the story all the more exciting.
Looking forward to Aftermath 3!!!
December 17, 2024
an excellent science fiction book, a must read
This is a fabulous sci-fi thriller. It is like reading fiction right from the headlines of today. This is one of those books that you start reading and cannot put down. I am excited to get the next book in this series. This author has a balanced view of the uncertainty we are facing in our world today. he has brilliantly woven the uncertainty of today with fiction, thriller, and science fiction into a masterpiece. Read this book, and you will not regret it.
This is a fabulous sci-fi thriller. It is like reading fiction right from the headlines of today. This is one of those books that you start reading and cannot put down. I am excited to get the next book in this series. This author has a balanced view of the uncertainty we are facing in our world today. he has brilliantly woven the uncertainty of today with fiction, thriller, and science fiction into a masterpiece. Read this book, and you will not regret it.
September 2, 2024
Atermath is a must read series
Just finished binge reading the first 2 books in the series which left me on the edge of my seat In anticipation of the remaining books. This is the most realistic book in this genre that I’ve read. It’s frightening given that the facts leading up to the war are so closely aligned with current events. Extremely well written! Looking forward to checking out so of the other works from Bobby Akart.
Just finished binge reading the first 2 books in the series which left me on the edge of my seat In anticipation of the remaining books. This is the most realistic book in this genre that I’ve read. It’s frightening given that the facts leading up to the war are so closely aligned with current events. Extremely well written! Looking forward to checking out so of the other works from Bobby Akart.
September 25, 2024
BLOCKBUSTER READ!
Loved this second book in the series!
Full of angst, action, drama and determination, this book held my attention all the way through…which begs the question, “What if?”. Then my next question was, “When?”
Realistic scenarios, people’s perceptions and motives plus the will to survive amongst impossible odds just add to the dynamics of Bobby Akart’s novels.
This series is off the charts GOOD!
Loved this second book in the series!
Full of angst, action, drama and determination, this book held my attention all the way through…which begs the question, “What if?”. Then my next question was, “When?”
Realistic scenarios, people’s perceptions and motives plus the will to survive amongst impossible odds just add to the dynamics of Bobby Akart’s novels.
This series is off the charts GOOD!
March 9, 2025
good story, but unnecessary filler
I would recommend, in this series, skipping the first book entirely as it’s mostly fluff about the various characters that doesn’t have much to the story. Book 2 as much better, moves, along to nuclear bombs, dropping, and people figuring out how to survive. But even in book 2, Chapters are wasted on individual one on one fights that are not included for any reason other than to puff up the page count.
I would recommend, in this series, skipping the first book entirely as it’s mostly fluff about the various characters that doesn’t have much to the story. Book 2 as much better, moves, along to nuclear bombs, dropping, and people figuring out how to survive. But even in book 2, Chapters are wasted on individual one on one fights that are not included for any reason other than to puff up the page count.
September 3, 2024
Outstanding and adrenaline laced sequel!
A fairytale wedding with a dream European honeymoon becomes a nightmare for the young American couple as nuclear conflagration envelopes the world. Even AA they struggle to get home to their home in mainland America, their families in Maine struggle against odds stacked against survival...
A fairytale wedding with a dream European honeymoon becomes a nightmare for the young American couple as nuclear conflagration envelopes the world. Even AA they struggle to get home to their home in mainland America, their families in Maine struggle against odds stacked against survival...
September 12, 2024
After the nuclear bombs have fallen, the Bartlett family from Swan Island, Maine are all trying to survive. The father and sons are at sea, the mother is off island called home and the daughter and her new husband are caught over in Switzerland. All are in the fight for their lives trying to get home and back together and none of their journeys will be easy.
November 18, 2024
Great survival thriller
The Bartlett family works to survive the nuclear holocaust. It's made harder with Abbie in Europe.
Bobby Akart gives you the realism of what this could be like. But the strength of family is the key.
The book is exciting and poignant. I couldn’t put it down.
The Bartlett family works to survive the nuclear holocaust. It's made harder with Abbie in Europe.
Bobby Akart gives you the realism of what this could be like. But the strength of family is the key.
The book is exciting and poignant. I couldn’t put it down.
December 24, 2024
AGood Read
Part 2 picks up right where 1 ended and does not slow down. The main characters have been set now for foreseeable future, although there were a few do the first book I’d like to see return. Only compliant is the reader is a bit in the dark regarding the whole worldwide situation. Look forward to reading 3!
Part 2 picks up right where 1 ended and does not slow down. The main characters have been set now for foreseeable future, although there were a few do the first book I’d like to see return. Only compliant is the reader is a bit in the dark regarding the whole worldwide situation. Look forward to reading 3!
March 5, 2025
A much better book than the first in the series. The action ramps up and the scope of the danger is deep and varied. The characters are well done for this kind of story and I think this should have been combined with the first book with introductions made more streamlined. All in a all, a well done book and I am moving directly into the next.
August 31, 2024
I pray this is fiction!
I knew I should've waited until this series was finished before starting. This is all too plausible. I don't know how to wait until next year for book 6. Hurry up! The suspense is dangerous for my health.
I knew I should've waited until this series was finished before starting. This is all too plausible. I don't know how to wait until next year for book 6. Hurry up! The suspense is dangerous for my health.
August 31, 2024
Bobby Akart does not disappoint. This will leave you sitting on the edge of your seat waiting breathless for the next shoe to drop or for the hero in the chapter to prevail. One can only hope nuclear war never happens. No one is the winner. There are only losers.
September 3, 2024
Outstanding!
Our author comes through once again With a tail That will keep you riveted until the very last sentence. By alternating settings The author Keeps the reader Current Characters and situations. Now We have to wait Bring it on!
Our author comes through once again With a tail That will keep you riveted until the very last sentence. By alternating settings The author Keeps the reader Current Characters and situations. Now We have to wait Bring it on!
September 3, 2024
Bobby Akart is the “MASTER OF ALL NIGHTERS”
Unable to put this book down, tired but not complaining! How Bobby Akart does it is unfathomable! He keeps on writing and we keep on reading!!!
Unable to put this book down, tired but not complaining! How Bobby Akart does it is unfathomable! He keeps on writing and we keep on reading!!!
September 8, 2024
WOW! What a read
Bobby you’ve done it again. Your research into the aftermath of nuclear war is amazing. As usual the story grips the reader and educates at the same time.
Looking forward to the next book in this series
Bobby you’ve done it again. Your research into the aftermath of nuclear war is amazing. As usual the story grips the reader and educates at the same time.
Looking forward to the next book in this series
September 13, 2024
Survival thriller
The bombs have fallen and life on earth has dramatically changed. Millions died instantly. Those who initially survived are facing poisoning, starvation and chaos. The Bartlett family struggles to reunite and find a way to survive.
The bombs have fallen and life on earth has dramatically changed. Millions died instantly. Those who initially survived are facing poisoning, starvation and chaos. The Bartlett family struggles to reunite and find a way to survive.
September 18, 2024
Wild ride through Armageddon
Bobby never, ever fails in weav ing an excellent story through multiple people.
Jim Bowie once said the night can never get to dark. Bobby A responded "Hold my beer!"
Bobby never, ever fails in weav ing an excellent story through multiple people.
Jim Bowie once said the night can never get to dark. Bobby A responded "Hold my beer!"
October 1, 2024
Another great book by Bobby Akart!
Very suspencecful and exciting. Bobby Akart has the ability to bring the destruction of America down to the fate of one family, where we can understand it!
Very suspencecful and exciting. Bobby Akart has the ability to bring the destruction of America down to the fate of one family, where we can understand it!
October 20, 2024
Aftermath 2
Thanks for an amazing story couldn't put it down the characters backstorys and the lives of the Barrett's and The decisions they need to take to survive keep you turning the pages
Thanks for an amazing story couldn't put it down the characters backstorys and the lives of the Barrett's and The decisions they need to take to survive keep you turning the pages
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