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Ignition
A young girl and her father, trapped far from home. A family caught in the throes of a calamity of biblical proportions. When disaster surrounds you, the only way out is through.
Brought to you by the #1 best-selling - and most prolific - post-apocalyptic author, Mike Kraus.
An experimental fracking operation digs too deep, igniting an underground gas system that causes half of the mainland United States to erupt into a series of fiery sinkholes that consume untold millions of lives. With no way to stop the underground fires, all anyone can do is watch as more of the country collapses and even more lives are claimed...
At Prairie Winds Farm in Nebraska, the extended Carlson family works to prepare their campground and farm for the coming season, unaware of the disaster looming at their doorstep. While their farm is spared from the initial collapse, the most pressing threat is not from mother nature, but from their fellow man.
In South Carolina, David Carlson and his daughter Jody are at a survival camp, and rush to the airport when they catch wind of what's happening, only to watch it go up in flames, trapping them far from home. Forced to travel on foot, their survival skills are put to the test, but the real question is if they have the stamina to make such a long journey back across a fiery hellscape.
As the disaster spreads throughout the country, claiming countless lives, the Carlsons can only survive by doing what's required - if they have the fortitude to do so.
*****
Mike Kraus & Muonic Press are the #1 producers and sellers of post-apocalyptic tales, and since publishing his first series, Mike has sold nearly four million books - for good reason. Mike's post-apocalyptic tales speak to what readers treasure most - realistic characters, the triumph of hope in the face of adversity, and storylines that are eerily in tune with what could really happen.
Since capturing audience’s attention with Final Dawn in 2012, Kraus has captivated and delighted his readers, both with his solo projects like Epoch's End, The End of All things, Surviving the Fall and No Sanctuary, and with his co-authored projects with authors like BK Boes, Kate Pickford, Justin Bell, Kenny Soward, Tara Ellis, Stephanie Mylchreest and others on titles such as It Falls Apart, Zero Hour, MELT, Flashpoint and Weathering the Storm.
Brought to you by the #1 best-selling - and most prolific - post-apocalyptic author, Mike Kraus.
An experimental fracking operation digs too deep, igniting an underground gas system that causes half of the mainland United States to erupt into a series of fiery sinkholes that consume untold millions of lives. With no way to stop the underground fires, all anyone can do is watch as more of the country collapses and even more lives are claimed...
At Prairie Winds Farm in Nebraska, the extended Carlson family works to prepare their campground and farm for the coming season, unaware of the disaster looming at their doorstep. While their farm is spared from the initial collapse, the most pressing threat is not from mother nature, but from their fellow man.
In South Carolina, David Carlson and his daughter Jody are at a survival camp, and rush to the airport when they catch wind of what's happening, only to watch it go up in flames, trapping them far from home. Forced to travel on foot, their survival skills are put to the test, but the real question is if they have the stamina to make such a long journey back across a fiery hellscape.
As the disaster spreads throughout the country, claiming countless lives, the Carlsons can only survive by doing what's required - if they have the fortitude to do so.
*****
Mike Kraus & Muonic Press are the #1 producers and sellers of post-apocalyptic tales, and since publishing his first series, Mike has sold nearly four million books - for good reason. Mike's post-apocalyptic tales speak to what readers treasure most - realistic characters, the triumph of hope in the face of adversity, and storylines that are eerily in tune with what could really happen.
Since capturing audience’s attention with Final Dawn in 2012, Kraus has captivated and delighted his readers, both with his solo projects like Epoch's End, The End of All things, Surviving the Fall and No Sanctuary, and with his co-authored projects with authors like BK Boes, Kate Pickford, Justin Bell, Kenny Soward, Tara Ellis, Stephanie Mylchreest and others on titles such as It Falls Apart, Zero Hour, MELT, Flashpoint and Weathering the Storm.
385 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 29, 2024
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Mark Hunter
6 books3 followersMark Hunter is a dynamic voice in the post-apocalyptic genre, crafting compelling narratives of human resilience against insurmountable odds. His stories explore the trials of ordinary people thrust into extraordinary circumstances, focusing on the enduring strength of community and the tenacity of the American spirit.
Grounded in the timeless values of faith, family, and duty, Hunter's characters soldier on through every challenge with true grit and unwavering determination. His stories resonate with readers who believe hope is a beacon in the darkest times, hard work wins the day, and honor is forged through sacrifice.
Grounded in the timeless values of faith, family, and duty, Hunter's characters soldier on through every challenge with true grit and unwavering determination. His stories resonate with readers who believe hope is a beacon in the darkest times, hard work wins the day, and honor is forged through sacrifice.
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September 5, 2024
Ignition - a review by Rosemary Kenny.
A new series, Ashes Of The Collapse by new author pairing of Mark Hunter and Mike Kraus, opens with Ignition, a cataclysmic disaster masterpiece, in which extra deep fracking rips away lives and infrastructure on a massive scale across the USA and Canada.
The action alternates between various locations, keeping the storyline interesting by relating the wide variety of encounters and events affecting each group and focusing mainly on the separated members of the Carlson family -
Dad David Carlson and daughter Jody (ironically), at a wildlife survival training camp hundreds of miles from home; wife Harper, daughter Grace, plus grandparents Earl and Ruth, at the family farm in Nebraska.
Who makes it through the nightmare reality forced upon them, as their everyday lives are swept away?
Sure to capture your imagination as you'll relate to the characters in their fight for survival, grab a copy of Ignition today - and buckle up for a wild ride!
A new series, Ashes Of The Collapse by new author pairing of Mark Hunter and Mike Kraus, opens with Ignition, a cataclysmic disaster masterpiece, in which extra deep fracking rips away lives and infrastructure on a massive scale across the USA and Canada.
The action alternates between various locations, keeping the storyline interesting by relating the wide variety of encounters and events affecting each group and focusing mainly on the separated members of the Carlson family -
Dad David Carlson and daughter Jody (ironically), at a wildlife survival training camp hundreds of miles from home; wife Harper, daughter Grace, plus grandparents Earl and Ruth, at the family farm in Nebraska.
Who makes it through the nightmare reality forced upon them, as their everyday lives are swept away?
Sure to capture your imagination as you'll relate to the characters in their fight for survival, grab a copy of Ignition today - and buckle up for a wild ride!
September 29, 2024
All it took was one spark to start a conflagration that is set to burn up the entire country. With their family divided by disaster, one part struggles to get home while the other just tries to hand on. Tragedy brings out the worst in people, but sometimes the best as well. All that is certain is tough times ahead.
This is book one of the series, so a good and proper place to start.
This is a post-apocalyptic disaster story featuring an experiment that got seriously out of control. The story is well written with a setup that could be part of tomorrow's headlines. That makes it both good as it is believable, but also bad in that it sometimes strikes a bit too close to home. Suspension of disbelief is actually pretty important at times. The characters are really well done, both the good and the bad. Our hero is really well done and quite resourceful which comes in handy as he has a lot to deal with. Overall, this was an excellent introduction to the series and I am eager to see what happens next.
Highly recommended.
This is book one of the series, so a good and proper place to start.
This is a post-apocalyptic disaster story featuring an experiment that got seriously out of control. The story is well written with a setup that could be part of tomorrow's headlines. That makes it both good as it is believable, but also bad in that it sometimes strikes a bit too close to home. Suspension of disbelief is actually pretty important at times. The characters are really well done, both the good and the bad. Our hero is really well done and quite resourceful which comes in handy as he has a lot to deal with. Overall, this was an excellent introduction to the series and I am eager to see what happens next.
Highly recommended.
November 21, 2024
This had an interesting premise and, generally, the writing and editing were both good. I did have some issues, with number 1 being the science behind this catastrophe. I could not find info on the Plutus Layer so have no idea if this is made up, but don't see a valid scientific explanation as to how so much of the US would successively collapse (to where?) from drilling too deeply into the crust. Some of the interactions are kind of sus, like a general asking the president about if he wanted a legacy of declaring martial law in the midst of this terrible catastrophe. Is this guy serious? Most of the characters are OK, though I find Earl to be just snarky, mean and ego driven. Jody is a good, high-spirited kid, but David needs to stop go with everything that she insists upon. An 11-year reacts to what is immediate and does not have the experience to consider long-term impact. Be a dad and do what is best to get you and your daughter home. I am curious as to what happens, so will likely given book 2 a shot.
May 30, 2025
I just couldn't find the science to back up the premise, not on the scale imagined. I also found the behavior of an 11 year old child, no matter how precocious, to be absurd in assuming command over a parent's experience and intellect. It became a bit ponderous to read and when there were more absurd conflicts going on than actual progress to reach a goal, no matter how far fetched, I just surrendered and quit.
I usually find Kraus to be readable and enjoyable. Hunter is new to me. At this point, I have read so many EMP tales that I am burned out, no pun intended.
I think it might be time to take a break from disaster and find something more akin to historical fiction, like a good old Elizabethan murder mystery. Enough current disasters. We already have an orange disaster squatting in the Oval. Why bother to read about one that's pure nonsense?
I usually find Kraus to be readable and enjoyable. Hunter is new to me. At this point, I have read so many EMP tales that I am burned out, no pun intended.
I think it might be time to take a break from disaster and find something more akin to historical fiction, like a good old Elizabethan murder mystery. Enough current disasters. We already have an orange disaster squatting in the Oval. Why bother to read about one that's pure nonsense?
August 12, 2025
Another Survival Thiller
I thought when l started this book it would be a great read. What a disappointment l was in for. In painstaking detail I learned a nine year old girl collecting girl guide badges as the USA was rapidly becoming engulfed by exploding methane and two mile deep coal seams, all blazing out of control. Meanwhile our little girl tracks a pretend bear, climbs a tree and collects badges. All carefully detailed in the story and repeated for anything and everything. From cleaning out an animal’s stall to collecting eggs one at a time. Result….. yawn…skip…yawn….etc
I thought when l started this book it would be a great read. What a disappointment l was in for. In painstaking detail I learned a nine year old girl collecting girl guide badges as the USA was rapidly becoming engulfed by exploding methane and two mile deep coal seams, all blazing out of control. Meanwhile our little girl tracks a pretend bear, climbs a tree and collects badges. All carefully detailed in the story and repeated for anything and everything. From cleaning out an animal’s stall to collecting eggs one at a time. Result….. yawn…skip…yawn….etc
September 5, 2024
An excellent opening to series
Ignition is one of the most engrossing books I've read recently. The plot is more than believable, the characters and dialogue are believable and the book is overall flawless. As is the norm with a new series, its going to be a very long wait for the next book, Siege!! 5/5 stars!
Ignition is one of the most engrossing books I've read recently. The plot is more than believable, the characters and dialogue are believable and the book is overall flawless. As is the norm with a new series, its going to be a very long wait for the next book, Siege!! 5/5 stars!
September 22, 2024
Brilliant read!
Mike Kraus, along with Mark Hunter, have written another winner with this first book in a new post apocalyptic series. As is to be expected with Mike, this is well written, edge of your seat fiction that pulls you in and keeps you engrossed- until unfortunately it ends. Can't wait for the next book!
Mike Kraus, along with Mark Hunter, have written another winner with this first book in a new post apocalyptic series. As is to be expected with Mike, this is well written, edge of your seat fiction that pulls you in and keeps you engrossed- until unfortunately it ends. Can't wait for the next book!
September 5, 2024
This was very good! What a super frightening idea! A fast paced, full of action, exciting survival adventure! It had me in its grip right from the first chapter & I did read it in almost no time at all! I can't wait to see where this story will go, I do recommend!
September 21, 2024
Enjoyable “end of the world” scenario
Truly unusual disaster scenario, highly entertaining, great characters & story development. Eagerly awaiting the 2nd in the series, have it on Book Wish List, plus the 3rd in series scheduled for release as well.
Truly unusual disaster scenario, highly entertaining, great characters & story development. Eagerly awaiting the 2nd in the series, have it on Book Wish List, plus the 3rd in series scheduled for release as well.
April 19, 2025
Good Reading
Enjoyed the characters, not one that I didn't like. Had a hard time in the first few chapters, didn't hold my interest. But here I am getting the next book and enjoyed this one.
Enjoyed the characters, not one that I didn't like. Had a hard time in the first few chapters, didn't hold my interest. But here I am getting the next book and enjoyed this one.
May 18, 2025
Lacking
No parent in their right mind would allow a child to tell them how to behave when in a dangerous situation. This book is not realistic. Not interested in reading any more of these books.
No parent in their right mind would allow a child to tell them how to behave when in a dangerous situation. This book is not realistic. Not interested in reading any more of these books.
September 8, 2024
Greed
Because of a companies greed they drill too deep. This causes fires and destruction. People die and others work to live. Now for book two.
Because of a companies greed they drill too deep. This causes fires and destruction. People die and others work to live. Now for book two.
September 9, 2024
Wow what an another amazing beginning to a new series. Pipeline disasters and more. How will anyone survive this new chaos. Can’t wait for the next book.
September 26, 2024
Entertaining relaxed, clean read.
April 7, 2025
Excellent
This is a TEOTWAWKI thriller and an excellent one with exceptional character development and a stellar plot. Very much looking forward to the next book of the series
This is a TEOTWAWKI thriller and an excellent one with exceptional character development and a stellar plot. Very much looking forward to the next book of the series
October 15, 2024
Ashes
I like apocalyptic books, with a good story and survival suggestions weaved into the story. It is a good clean read and I am anxious to read Seige which is book two of this series.
I like apocalyptic books, with a good story and survival suggestions weaved into the story. It is a good clean read and I am anxious to read Seige which is book two of this series.
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