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Kyle Tait #2
Daunting Days of Winter
Kyle Tait, having survived the harrowing, cross-country journey home to his family, must now struggle for existence in a post-EMP world that no one could have imagined just three short months prior. Each day brings new challenges – how to fight the bitter cold, where to scavenge food for the table, how to best fend off intruders and keep their community safe.
As the cold, dark days of winter begin the slow transition to spring, the Tait family is faced with a challenge that dwarves all others and threatens to shatter their already precarious grip on sanity. Kyle and Jennifer are once again forced to endure a trial that threatens the survival of each member of their family.
Follow Kyle, Jennifer, and the citizen of Deer Creek, MT as they plumb the depths of their resourcefulness, strength, endurance, and humanity while struggling together to survive the daunting days of winter. Written with the same thread of hope and optimism that seasoned the account of Kyle’s epic journey home, Daunting Days of Winter is Ray Gorham’s long-awaited sequel to his best seller, 77 Days in September.
As the cold, dark days of winter begin the slow transition to spring, the Tait family is faced with a challenge that dwarves all others and threatens to shatter their already precarious grip on sanity. Kyle and Jennifer are once again forced to endure a trial that threatens the survival of each member of their family.
Follow Kyle, Jennifer, and the citizen of Deer Creek, MT as they plumb the depths of their resourcefulness, strength, endurance, and humanity while struggling together to survive the daunting days of winter. Written with the same thread of hope and optimism that seasoned the account of Kyle’s epic journey home, Daunting Days of Winter is Ray Gorham’s long-awaited sequel to his best seller, 77 Days in September.
335 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 7, 2014
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September 1, 2017
Damn I love this story, I really hope the author decides to write a 3rd in the series. All the action scenes were pretty realistic and not over the top like in some books. Everything that happened I envisioned could really happen. Great post-apocalyptic story. Read Book 1 first, 77 Days in September.
Dear Mr. Gorham, please I beg you write another chapter in this series.
Dear Mr. Gorham, please I beg you write another chapter in this series.
May 9, 2014
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Publisher: Ray Gorham
Publishing Date:April 2014
ISBN: 9781475604214
Genre: Fiction
Rating: 3.0/5
Publisher Description: Kyle Tait, having survived the harrowing, cross-country journey home to his family, must now struggle for existence in a post-EMP world that no one could have imagined just three short months prior. Each day brings new challenges – how to fight the bitter cold, where to scavenge food for the table, how to best fend off intruders and keep their community safe.
Review: The cover art is pretty good in a low budget approach.
This was a pretty damn good post-apocalyptic novel. That is to say, it had some issues, but overall was entertaining.
Kyle is accused of raping and killing a young girl and is sentenced to death by the towns jury. It is quite a stretch in believability that a respected and contributing member of a surviving society is convicted on scant evidence. While the premise is kind of weak, this particular side-story took up a lot of the novel. It has this trial like atmosphere with endless dialogue. This kicks off Kyle’s new quest under the onus of banishment from framily. At one point Sean asks Kyle that he heard he was going east, to Idaho. As they are in Montana (Deer Creek) Kyle would need to head west.
While Kyle is banished and traveling overland, Rose (from the first novel) is on her way up north from Wyoming in hopes of getting in touch with Kyle again. This looks like a hookup made in heaven but Kyle is still attached to his frigid wife. Rose has her own set of challenges to face and makes for interesting reading.
I really liked the authors political and social voice as read through the character, Frank. Frank is ex-military and will tell you what he thinks, straight from the hip. Refreshing after reading so much PC garbage lately.
I would have enjoyed a more in depth take on prepping and existing in a post-apocalyptic environment. I think the trial dialogue could have been edited way down and the dire ramifications expounded on in a burgeoning survival community. Still, there was a lot of good info for those of us “inclined” in that direction. The author falls short on the existence and pervasiveness of illness and disease that would have impacted society. Steps taken to eliminate contact with outsiders was non-existent nor were the host of flus/infections and other illnesses associated with malnutrition and starvation. The 1,000 yard shooting accuracy and the bear attack are not believable but “that’s entertainment”.
I had fun reading this as it is more of a story rather than a Wesley Rawles “Patriots” type of novel. The author seeks to entertain, but I felt that part of the entertainment was to keep events and situations as accurate as possible with regards to a post-apocalyptic scenario. The authors take on the value of silver and gold and other commodities is good. Jennifer (Kyles wife) is a lame, whining, needy, frigid nut case that Kyle should have dumped for Rose. Frank should have been expounded upon as a character and offered a good opportunity to get into the ideals and processes of prepping. While living in a community has its benefits, it can mostly be a drain on resources that you might already have plus the added problem that people tend to suck.
Publisher: Ray Gorham
Publishing Date:April 2014
ISBN: 9781475604214
Genre: Fiction
Rating: 3.0/5
Publisher Description: Kyle Tait, having survived the harrowing, cross-country journey home to his family, must now struggle for existence in a post-EMP world that no one could have imagined just three short months prior. Each day brings new challenges – how to fight the bitter cold, where to scavenge food for the table, how to best fend off intruders and keep their community safe.
Review: The cover art is pretty good in a low budget approach.
This was a pretty damn good post-apocalyptic novel. That is to say, it had some issues, but overall was entertaining.
Kyle is accused of raping and killing a young girl and is sentenced to death by the towns jury. It is quite a stretch in believability that a respected and contributing member of a surviving society is convicted on scant evidence. While the premise is kind of weak, this particular side-story took up a lot of the novel. It has this trial like atmosphere with endless dialogue. This kicks off Kyle’s new quest under the onus of banishment from framily. At one point Sean asks Kyle that he heard he was going east, to Idaho. As they are in Montana (Deer Creek) Kyle would need to head west.
While Kyle is banished and traveling overland, Rose (from the first novel) is on her way up north from Wyoming in hopes of getting in touch with Kyle again. This looks like a hookup made in heaven but Kyle is still attached to his frigid wife. Rose has her own set of challenges to face and makes for interesting reading.
I really liked the authors political and social voice as read through the character, Frank. Frank is ex-military and will tell you what he thinks, straight from the hip. Refreshing after reading so much PC garbage lately.
I would have enjoyed a more in depth take on prepping and existing in a post-apocalyptic environment. I think the trial dialogue could have been edited way down and the dire ramifications expounded on in a burgeoning survival community. Still, there was a lot of good info for those of us “inclined” in that direction. The author falls short on the existence and pervasiveness of illness and disease that would have impacted society. Steps taken to eliminate contact with outsiders was non-existent nor were the host of flus/infections and other illnesses associated with malnutrition and starvation. The 1,000 yard shooting accuracy and the bear attack are not believable but “that’s entertainment”.
I had fun reading this as it is more of a story rather than a Wesley Rawles “Patriots” type of novel. The author seeks to entertain, but I felt that part of the entertainment was to keep events and situations as accurate as possible with regards to a post-apocalyptic scenario. The authors take on the value of silver and gold and other commodities is good. Jennifer (Kyles wife) is a lame, whining, needy, frigid nut case that Kyle should have dumped for Rose. Frank should have been expounded upon as a character and offered a good opportunity to get into the ideals and processes of prepping. While living in a community has its benefits, it can mostly be a drain on resources that you might already have plus the added problem that people tend to suck.
September 25, 2017
this was the next in the series. after there was no elect and he made his way home to his wife and kids. they were living with a friend as his wife was attacked in their home and his son hurt. his son recovered but his wife is having issues with the attack
he is helping the community but then a girl is raped and murdered. they found her body in his old house. they blamed him, had a trial and found him guilty. he didnt do it and the people who were supposed to put him to death couldnt do it so they banished him. he is going to idaho to his parents. he was attacked on the way and killed the adults. he took the young boy with him
the woman from the first book that helped him on his way to his family was having her own problems with men attacking at her ranch. she knew it was only time before they got her so she left to go to his town where at least she knew someone.
he got to his parents to find his mom had died. his dad was very sad and he left the boy with him as they both got along with each other. a ham operator got in contact with his home town
the lady got to his town and told them he was a good man, they found who really did the rape and murder and he was killed. they told him by way of the ham operator to come home which he did
the lady married someone in the town. the gov came by and gave them seeds to grow food and told them not to expect anything else
it was a good second book of the series!
he is helping the community but then a girl is raped and murdered. they found her body in his old house. they blamed him, had a trial and found him guilty. he didnt do it and the people who were supposed to put him to death couldnt do it so they banished him. he is going to idaho to his parents. he was attacked on the way and killed the adults. he took the young boy with him
the woman from the first book that helped him on his way to his family was having her own problems with men attacking at her ranch. she knew it was only time before they got her so she left to go to his town where at least she knew someone.
he got to his parents to find his mom had died. his dad was very sad and he left the boy with him as they both got along with each other. a ham operator got in contact with his home town
the lady got to his town and told them he was a good man, they found who really did the rape and murder and he was killed. they told him by way of the ham operator to come home which he did
the lady married someone in the town. the gov came by and gave them seeds to grow food and told them not to expect anything else
it was a good second book of the series!
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June 13, 2017
If you liked 77 Days in September, you'll want to read Daunting Days of Winter. It begins where 77 Days... left off. Will take you through the gamut emotionally and intellectually as Mr. Gorham has thought of everything! There will be "aha, I didn't think of that" moments and moments where you wish things had gone another way, but socially he seems to be on-track with where our society is and where it appears to be headed.
Will leave you wanting more!
Will leave you wanting more!
February 7, 2018
Not as good as 77 days in September but still a satisfying sequel. This book seemed to show a lot more of the writers personal bias. There was some commentary on "the gays" and the military that I did not feel was necessary to the plot, more the authors desire to share some of his personal opinions. That is just an assumption because it seemed so out of place to me. This book also had many more vivid scenes of rape and murder. I realize that this is a common theme in books in this genre, but it's just felt like too much for me. There were several points where I would think "great...another rape/murder plotline..." I found the trial to be unrealistic. There were so many points that I felt were very obviously left out that would have led the trial differently but I guess that wouldn't have given the desired outcome. Overall, despite a few eye roll worthy moments, I really did enjoy this book (actually I have enjoyed it twice now) and I thought it was a great addition to the series. I do hope that a third book may be added in the future.
July 1, 2019
not as good as the first one by a long shot.
June 24, 2021
2.5 Stars
A step back from the first book in the series. It followed some of the same overused patterns by other books in this genre, which took away from some of what the first book had to offer. The abandonment of most rational thought, coupled with a rush to judgement, in order to advance a story line lost the connection people had with book 1. Many of the side stories added little other than to fill pages. While parts were interesting enough to keep going and finish the book, this is likely the end of the series for me, even if more books come out.
A step back from the first book in the series. It followed some of the same overused patterns by other books in this genre, which took away from some of what the first book had to offer. The abandonment of most rational thought, coupled with a rush to judgement, in order to advance a story line lost the connection people had with book 1. Many of the side stories added little other than to fill pages. While parts were interesting enough to keep going and finish the book, this is likely the end of the series for me, even if more books come out.
March 26, 2018
Audiobook
Man, this guy can't catch a break. Just when he thinks he can finally spend time with his family, he gets kicked out of their community and has to walk/ride horse to his mom and dad's house. Things end up getting cleared up in the end, but still - give the guy a break! Good story, semi-happy ending.
Man, this guy can't catch a break. Just when he thinks he can finally spend time with his family, he gets kicked out of their community and has to walk/ride horse to his mom and dad's house. Things end up getting cleared up in the end, but still - give the guy a break! Good story, semi-happy ending.
June 3, 2020
Outstanding
Just as good as his first novel. To my sorrow, these books bring reality to the table of the possibilities we face as a nation with the reality of what a EMP attack would mean to our whole nation
This book should be read and taken very seriously. Extremely well written.
Just as good as his first novel. To my sorrow, these books bring reality to the table of the possibilities we face as a nation with the reality of what a EMP attack would mean to our whole nation
This book should be read and taken very seriously. Extremely well written.
May 30, 2018
The action is relentless in the follow up to 77 Days in September. It reads like a Louis L'amour western, in that traveling is now a hazardous endeavor. My only complaint is the cheesy cliches at the end.
October 14, 2018
Riveting words
Kids this book as much as the first. Excellent with depicting realistic scenario s. Would recommend to every one to read.
Kids this book as much as the first. Excellent with depicting realistic scenario s. Would recommend to every one to read.
July 11, 2019
Excellent second book! I hope that there are more coming.
April 28, 2020
Kyle, Jennifer, their children and the citizens of Deer Creek struggle to survive in the aftermath of the EMP that crippled the country.
It makes you want to become a prepper.
It makes you want to become a prepper.
August 4, 2020
This is the third book I have read about post EMP life in the US. I hope it never happens.
May 11, 2022
great conclusion
This second book in the series did not disappoint! Thank you! I look forward to more books from this author.
This second book in the series did not disappoint! Thank you! I look forward to more books from this author.
October 6, 2022
Best series in a while!
Great story that will curl your hair. Both books are mesmerizing. Wish there was another to follow. Please write what happens to USA.
Great story that will curl your hair. Both books are mesmerizing. Wish there was another to follow. Please write what happens to USA.
November 3, 2021
Ama a AAA
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April 12, 2014
I received this book courtesy of Net Galley for an honest review.
3.5
I enjoyed this book overall, but there were a few gaps in the storyline. I absolutely love the way the author writes. His books have a conversational tone and an ease to reading his books. He makes the characters and situations realistic without over the top scenarios.
The pace of this novel is a little slower with Kyle being reunited with his family and are settling in the community of Deer River. They are trying to find security and hope they will survive in this community. They are challenged at times from the outside conflicts along with their own struggles with their current situations that are beyond their control.
It was interesting to see how the community handled the rape and death of someone in their community. The trial drama weighed down the story line a bit and I felt that it could’ve been tightened up more. The twist of banishment added a little excitement to the storyline.
I love that they brought Rose back in the second book and would’ve like to see her interact with Kyle a bit more rather than in the passive role she did. I hope she continues on in the next book and that the author will perhaps add a bit more of a dynamic storyline for her.
I thought the ending was a bit mixed. At first, I thought the book was going to end on an upswing; instead it added a dimension of fear of the unknown and was open ended. I’ve enjoyed the two books so far and will continue to follow the series.
3.5
I enjoyed this book overall, but there were a few gaps in the storyline. I absolutely love the way the author writes. His books have a conversational tone and an ease to reading his books. He makes the characters and situations realistic without over the top scenarios.
The pace of this novel is a little slower with Kyle being reunited with his family and are settling in the community of Deer River. They are trying to find security and hope they will survive in this community. They are challenged at times from the outside conflicts along with their own struggles with their current situations that are beyond their control.
It was interesting to see how the community handled the rape and death of someone in their community. The trial drama weighed down the story line a bit and I felt that it could’ve been tightened up more. The twist of banishment added a little excitement to the storyline.
I love that they brought Rose back in the second book and would’ve like to see her interact with Kyle a bit more rather than in the passive role she did. I hope she continues on in the next book and that the author will perhaps add a bit more of a dynamic storyline for her.
I thought the ending was a bit mixed. At first, I thought the book was going to end on an upswing; instead it added a dimension of fear of the unknown and was open ended. I’ve enjoyed the two books so far and will continue to follow the series.
August 5, 2016
Really good series about post-apocalyptic/dystopian life after a devastating EMP was discharged 300 miles above Kansas. This follows the life of Kyle Tait. Book 2.
Lots of ups and downs, and stuff where people are going to cry, "That's not fair!!".. But hey, life isn't fair.
Lots of ups and downs, and stuff where people are going to cry, "That's not fair!!".. But hey, life isn't fair.
October 17, 2016
Kyle comes home and is grateful to find his family in one piece. His wife, Jennifer has had quite the difficulties with Doug the deputy sheriff to say the least. Doug would not give up coming on to Jennifer to the point where Jennifer finally had to shoot him to stop the abuse. Then instead of Kyle having a happy homecoming, he is accused and found guilty of raping and killing a young woman who is found in his prior abandoned house. Not finding a community member willing to execute Kyle he is exiled from the community and sent on his way. Meanwhile, Rose Duncan is having her own helping of bad luck and for her own safety must leave her home. The only person she can think of to go to is Kyle, so she heads out for his homestead as she remembers it. Rose and Kyle are both ambushed on their separate ways and manage to survive. Rose eventually shows up at Kyle’s home, but Kyle is not there being exiled from the community. Kyle’s wife is home though and she doesn’t know what to make of Rose’s explanation of her knowing Kyle and traveling all this way to get to him. Further conversation set her mind at ease, to the point that she asked Rose to be a character reference for Kyle. Our boy Kyle has no luck at all. If it’s not people trying to kill him, it’s bears. Good story, good characters, better than book one to be sure. I’ll look for book three.
June 15, 2014
Good not great sequel
I really enjoyed "77 Days in September," the first book in the Kyle Tait series by author Gorham. I sped through the book and was so glad when Book Two came out.
I enjoyed DAUNTING DAYS OF WINTER - just not as much as book One. There were some gaping holes in the plot and it seemed very rushed in spots, especially at the end.
I like Gorham's writing style. His dialogue is especially good, flows seamlessly. His SHTF scenarios are believable and aren't over-the-top.
There was more violence in this sequel but the author kept it believable, not gratuitous, in my opinion.
I appreciate that the book had an ending and wasn't left on a cliffhanger. If there is a Book Three, I will definitely read it.
I just hope the author takes more time with it, if he does write Book Three. The first book was unhurried and it felt like it did take Kyle Tait 77 days to walk from Texas to Montana. In Book Two, the whole thing felt rushed and, comparably, it was like the winter lasted about five days.
I really enjoyed "77 Days in September," the first book in the Kyle Tait series by author Gorham. I sped through the book and was so glad when Book Two came out.
I enjoyed DAUNTING DAYS OF WINTER - just not as much as book One. There were some gaping holes in the plot and it seemed very rushed in spots, especially at the end.
I like Gorham's writing style. His dialogue is especially good, flows seamlessly. His SHTF scenarios are believable and aren't over-the-top.
There was more violence in this sequel but the author kept it believable, not gratuitous, in my opinion.
I appreciate that the book had an ending and wasn't left on a cliffhanger. If there is a Book Three, I will definitely read it.
I just hope the author takes more time with it, if he does write Book Three. The first book was unhurried and it felt like it did take Kyle Tait 77 days to walk from Texas to Montana. In Book Two, the whole thing felt rushed and, comparably, it was like the winter lasted about five days.
January 15, 2016
Gorham nails it with the sequel to 77 Days in September.
The story picks up after the first book when Kyle Tait finally makes it home to Montana from Texas on foot. This book was literally filled with intense drama. Take the standard trials of living in a post-EMP America, and throw in the perils of raiding gangs, evil people along traveling routes, the harsh struggles of nature itself, and a nail biting situation involving being falsely accused of murder in a time when there is no modern forensic evidence; this story is one suspenseful event after another. Throughout the entire thing are lessons about the truest and most essentially basic tenents of life that for the most part have gone forgotten in our modern fast food and everything on-demand culture.
Add this to the list of best written and most entertaining SHTF/EOTWAWKI novels.
The story picks up after the first book when Kyle Tait finally makes it home to Montana from Texas on foot. This book was literally filled with intense drama. Take the standard trials of living in a post-EMP America, and throw in the perils of raiding gangs, evil people along traveling routes, the harsh struggles of nature itself, and a nail biting situation involving being falsely accused of murder in a time when there is no modern forensic evidence; this story is one suspenseful event after another. Throughout the entire thing are lessons about the truest and most essentially basic tenents of life that for the most part have gone forgotten in our modern fast food and everything on-demand culture.
Add this to the list of best written and most entertaining SHTF/EOTWAWKI novels.
July 8, 2014
This was the sequel to 77 Days in September. This book starts up almost exactly where the first one left off. I was impressed with the characters and how the whole scenario was playing out in the town Kyle came back to. This was very enjoyable to read and I would recommend reading the first book and then this one so you have the back story and know a little more about the characters themselves. This book could probably stand alone, but would leave some holes as to the characters and events if you hadn't read the first one. Overall the story line was very good and laid out well for my taste it was a good diversion for me.
January 21, 2015
Just as good as the first. I find the story line very plausible. Ray Gorham gives us his account of what the world might look like without everything we've come to depend on. I enjoyed the first book - getting him home and it was not disappointing to follow up with what happened after he got there. I loved the characters introduced and found them very convincing. There are so many disparate personalities that would have to find a place in this new society. If this happened I would love to run into Kyle and follow him home to spend time with his family. I would highly recommend. A fantastic follow up. You will not be disappointed. gbash
July 1, 2014
I loved the first book, and like any sequel you worry that it won't be as good, however, Ray Gorham did just as well on this book as the first one! I love that you are introduced to new characters and you are able to learn more about the characters that we already know. This book shows you that community and friends means more then anything in a world where the norm is long gone. I love that we see doomsdays preppers in this book and that one should maybe thinks about a life after civilization has gone out the window. I can honestly say I hope that there is a third book in this series!!!
December 12, 2015
Scary as hell. Makes you start to think this could actually happen!
Every American should read this. Found this book after reading"one second later" ... the author tells his story with warmth and thought provoking situations revolving around one man's struggle dealing with life and death, his family and small town America, during a time when life (as we know it) comes to an end by the hands of radical terrorists. I hope this author is a huge success. I, personally will be looking for future novels by Ray Gorham!
Every American should read this. Found this book after reading"one second later" ... the author tells his story with warmth and thought provoking situations revolving around one man's struggle dealing with life and death, his family and small town America, during a time when life (as we know it) comes to an end by the hands of radical terrorists. I hope this author is a huge success. I, personally will be looking for future novels by Ray Gorham!
September 14, 2016
We're back in the post-EMP world. More good guys, and the inevitable marauding bad guys. People who can shoot very accurately, etc. And more walking/riding long distances, foraging for food and water, sleeping in the woods. The story line takes some detours, but it is similar to the predecessor, "77 Days...". But, once again, I liked it enough to want to keep plowing forward. Perhaps an easier read than a major "classic", but, what the heck, it is only reading for pleasure.
April 26, 2014
The second book in the series continues the story from 77 days in September. I enjoyed continuing to find out what was happening with the characters in the first book, and these books also make you think seriously about what you might do yourself in such situations. Glad I read the second book, hope you enjoy it also!
May 10, 2014
As a sequel to 77 Days in September, this was a pretty good follow up. Lots of action written to keep the reader glued. Kyle Tait risked his life to get back to his family following an EMP attack and when he got home, he encountered even more obstacles. His 'new' community was learning how to deal with threats to their homes, lives and what meager supplies they had. Very believable!
May 19, 2014
The Days Continue
This was a good follow up book. Showed us that we can survive without power and all the modern technology we use everyday. I suggest you buy some good hoes and shovels because we are all going to be farmers again. The funny thing is that I would not mind since I like gardening.
This was a good follow up book. Showed us that we can survive without power and all the modern technology we use everyday. I suggest you buy some good hoes and shovels because we are all going to be farmers again. The funny thing is that I would not mind since I like gardening.
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