What do you think?
Rate this book
The Survivalist #4
Madness Rules
★★★ The Survivalist is "a cool cross between Justified and The Walking Dead." ★★★
★★★ Check out Dr. Bradley's new apocalyptic western, "The Watchman." ★★★
Few heroes remain in the apocalyptic wasteland of the United States. Deputy Marshal Mason Raines is one such hero. Still reeling from the death of his beloved, he is recruited to confront a band of ruthless lawmen. Only as bodies begin to pile up, does he question whether his latest mission was less about justice and more about revenge.
Meanwhile, Tanner and Samantha travel south toward Mount Weather for a long overdue reunion. When Samantha falls ill, Tanner is forced to compete in a brutal fight club to secure medical care. After discovering her mother's fate, Samantha insists on a risky detour to the nation's capital. If they are to have any chance of making it out alive, they must delve into the bowels the city to discover a closely guarded secret.
After the attack on President Rosalyn Glass, Lincoln Pike finally seizes the reins of power. With hopes of returning the country to greatness, he initiates sweeping measures to rebuild colonies, establish a gold-backed currency, and gain complete control of the military. Little do others realize that his inability to cope with a devastating loss has started him down a treacherous path toward madness.
★★★ Check out Dr. Bradley's new apocalyptic western, "The Watchman." ★★★
Few heroes remain in the apocalyptic wasteland of the United States. Deputy Marshal Mason Raines is one such hero. Still reeling from the death of his beloved, he is recruited to confront a band of ruthless lawmen. Only as bodies begin to pile up, does he question whether his latest mission was less about justice and more about revenge.
Meanwhile, Tanner and Samantha travel south toward Mount Weather for a long overdue reunion. When Samantha falls ill, Tanner is forced to compete in a brutal fight club to secure medical care. After discovering her mother's fate, Samantha insists on a risky detour to the nation's capital. If they are to have any chance of making it out alive, they must delve into the bowels the city to discover a closely guarded secret.
After the attack on President Rosalyn Glass, Lincoln Pike finally seizes the reins of power. With hopes of returning the country to greatness, he initiates sweeping measures to rebuild colonies, establish a gold-backed currency, and gain complete control of the military. Little do others realize that his inability to cope with a devastating loss has started him down a treacherous path toward madness.
235 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 10, 2014
220 people are currently reading
247 people want to read
About the author
Arthur T. Bradley
66 books170 followersEvents have made me who I am, neither a hardcore survivalist nor an all-trusting soul. I am a Boy Scout in the truest sense of the word—dedicated to family, country, and good citizenship. As you may already know, an enabling element of those ideals is being prepared.
It took the horrific events of 9/11 to wake me from my routine complacency. In one single moment, I came to realize that our world is not as safe as we would all like to believe. We have no guarantee of safety in this world. Disasters occur on an almost daily basis all around the globe. Major events in recent years have included the devastating tsunamis striking Japan and the coast of Sumatra, the rash of tornadoes that swept across the U.S. in 2011, Hurricane Katrina, the deadly earthquake in Haiti, and the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico to name just a few.
I believe with all my heart that we have a duty to prepare our families for the dangers they face. I started my preparation by reading nearly every disaster preparedness book currently available. If you check Amazon, you will see that I am the #1 reviewer for many of these books. Even with all the material out there, I could not find a single book that offered a complete, well-reasoned approach to practical preparedness. As a NASA engineer, I took up the challenge by conducting very careful research – disecting fact from folklore. Three years and many thousands of dollars later, I have finally released a handbook that offers well-researched advice that can be put into practice in the real world by normal families.
I wrote this handbook for my own family, but I would be honored to share it with yours. If you are not fully satisfied with the Handbook to Practical Disaster Preparedness for the Family, send it back, and I’ll refund your money, no questions asked.
Arthur T. Bradley, Ph.D.
It took the horrific events of 9/11 to wake me from my routine complacency. In one single moment, I came to realize that our world is not as safe as we would all like to believe. We have no guarantee of safety in this world. Disasters occur on an almost daily basis all around the globe. Major events in recent years have included the devastating tsunamis striking Japan and the coast of Sumatra, the rash of tornadoes that swept across the U.S. in 2011, Hurricane Katrina, the deadly earthquake in Haiti, and the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico to name just a few.
I believe with all my heart that we have a duty to prepare our families for the dangers they face. I started my preparation by reading nearly every disaster preparedness book currently available. If you check Amazon, you will see that I am the #1 reviewer for many of these books. Even with all the material out there, I could not find a single book that offered a complete, well-reasoned approach to practical preparedness. As a NASA engineer, I took up the challenge by conducting very careful research – disecting fact from folklore. Three years and many thousands of dollars later, I have finally released a handbook that offers well-researched advice that can be put into practice in the real world by normal families.
I wrote this handbook for my own family, but I would be honored to share it with yours. If you are not fully satisfied with the Handbook to Practical Disaster Preparedness for the Family, send it back, and I’ll refund your money, no questions asked.
Arthur T. Bradley, Ph.D.
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 30 of 34 reviews
February 18, 2020
These books continue to be a great adventure as the challenges continue to be flung at Tanner and Sam as they make their way to deliver the message for a dead man leading them into further challenges and confrontations.
The little quirks of Sam's mistakes are amusing and add a little humour to an otherwise difficult situation and Tanner's reactions are funny as he doesn't correct her.
Meanwhile, Mason agrees to help out a woman bent on revenge, though things take a drastic turn which make it difficult for him to reconcile his morals against the actions taken. He's also one step closer to finding answers about those involved in the death of his love, Ava and all the Marshalls at Glynco, but just as he's getting close, things take a horrible turn.
The little quirks of Sam's mistakes are amusing and add a little humour to an otherwise difficult situation and Tanner's reactions are funny as he doesn't correct her.
Meanwhile, Mason agrees to help out a woman bent on revenge, though things take a drastic turn which make it difficult for him to reconcile his morals against the actions taken. He's also one step closer to finding answers about those involved in the death of his love, Ava and all the Marshalls at Glynco, but just as he's getting close, things take a horrible turn.
July 30, 2023
Great series, fun to read, fast action.
Really enjoying the series. The two main characters are enjoyable and well written with really good dialogue. The only negative thing I'll say is the books are too short because you want to read more. It's more of a novella but still it feels like a thrill Ride when you're done one of the books. Minor inconsistency or logic never really come into play, definitely not enough to ruin the story. Really enjoying it as a whole and can't wait to see where the story turns out recommend to anyone who likes a what -if- this -happens types genre.!
Really enjoying the series. The two main characters are enjoyable and well written with really good dialogue. The only negative thing I'll say is the books are too short because you want to read more. It's more of a novella but still it feels like a thrill Ride when you're done one of the books. Minor inconsistency or logic never really come into play, definitely not enough to ruin the story. Really enjoying it as a whole and can't wait to see where the story turns out recommend to anyone who likes a what -if- this -happens types genre.!
March 31, 2018
Consistent, Reliable, and a Great Story!
Book 4 continues the adventures of Deputy Marshall Mason Raines. A man with a sense of honor, he makes his way through a world turned upside down by disease but the survivors facing a greater threat - man's evil nature. Raines isn't perfect, but his code of honor serves him well. Mother characters are also followed which should lead to some interesting interactions when they meet. Think "Justified" meets "The Walking Dead". Terrific story, solidly written. This should be made into a screen play.
Book 4 continues the adventures of Deputy Marshall Mason Raines. A man with a sense of honor, he makes his way through a world turned upside down by disease but the survivors facing a greater threat - man's evil nature. Raines isn't perfect, but his code of honor serves him well. Mother characters are also followed which should lead to some interesting interactions when they meet. Think "Justified" meets "The Walking Dead". Terrific story, solidly written. This should be made into a screen play.
September 30, 2024
This latest installment in the series is an entertaining read that revisits familiar territory from the previous books. The exploration of the chaotic nature of US leadership, along with the developing storylines of Tanner and Samantha, really stood out for me.
However, I found Mason's arc in this book a bit lackluster and forgettable. That said, the series continues to captivate me, which is impressive given the grand scale of the story.
However, I found Mason's arc in this book a bit lackluster and forgettable. That said, the series continues to captivate me, which is impressive given the grand scale of the story.
August 26, 2018
The only real problem I have with the series is how often the two main characters get laid and the absurd situations in which it happens (a week or so after the love of your life is tortured to death).
July 26, 2019
Wicked
Amazing from start to finish. Fast paced action non stop! I am so impressed with this series. Well established characters that you cheer conTainer and Sam the dynamics between them is amazing. I can't wait to read the rest of this series
Amazing from start to finish. Fast paced action non stop! I am so impressed with this series. Well established characters that you cheer conTainer and Sam the dynamics between them is amazing. I can't wait to read the rest of this series
May 27, 2020
Great Series
I am enjoying The Survivalist series. The books are very well written and fun to read. I love the author's wittiness as well as his storylines and characters. I absolutely recommend this book and all of the books in this series. I am looking forward to the next book.
I am enjoying The Survivalist series. The books are very well written and fun to read. I love the author's wittiness as well as his storylines and characters. I absolutely recommend this book and all of the books in this series. I am looking forward to the next book.
September 19, 2020
From the frying pan into the fire
An excellent continuation of the ongoing saga as things keep getting worse. Some of the bad guys get what's coming to them and some have no clue as to what is headed their way. I can't wait to see what happens next!!
An excellent continuation of the ongoing saga as things keep getting worse. Some of the bad guys get what's coming to them and some have no clue as to what is headed their way. I can't wait to see what happens next!!
July 16, 2017
Madness does rule. I read and enjoyed this entire series. I wasn't really wanting it to go mutant zombie...I think hordes of starving violent humans are always more interesting.
December 25, 2017
One of the best dystopian series I've ever read. Full of Kick-ass characters with their hearts in the right places,
January 7, 2018
Great Book
Story carries on leaving some big decisions for the next book. Looking forward to book 5 a great series so far
Story carries on leaving some big decisions for the next book. Looking forward to book 5 a great series so far
March 19, 2018
Good series
Like this series-dystopian prepper type story but has interesting characters. I've been slowly reading the entire series. Great story line.
Like this series-dystopian prepper type story but has interesting characters. I've been slowly reading the entire series. Great story line.
November 12, 2021
Might as well continue…..
July 18, 2024
This has been a great series so far. I particularly love the art work throughout it. I'd recommend it.
March 10, 2017
End times and all round fun
I,m enjoying this book too much. Great characters with fully rounded out personalities. A storyline that's gives a lot but leaves you wanting more. I look forward to the next book in the series.
I,m enjoying this book too much. Great characters with fully rounded out personalities. A storyline that's gives a lot but leaves you wanting more. I look forward to the next book in the series.
January 1, 2015
What I've tried to do is bring the madness out in the open.Keep it under wraps, and it erupts into wars and violence.-Previn
Well, I've finished book 4 in THE SURVIVALIST series (MADNESS RULES) and each book has captured and held my interest more than the last. I've rated each book with 5 stars and it's very rarely that I find an entire series that I'm able to rank so highly.
I've come to know the characters more and more with each book and wish I knew them in real life. Tanner and young Sam banter back and forth and are daily growing fonder of each other. Mason is a man of integrity and honor, trying to find answers as to why so many of his fellow U.S. Marshals were killed in Georgia. And that big galumphing dog Bowie - love him.
I've read:
Book 1 - "Frontier Justice (The Survivalist)"
Book 2 - "Anarchy Rising (The Survivalist)"
Book 3 - "Judgment Day (The Survivalist)"
The cover art on each book continues to be exceptional and the inner illustrations are detailed and relevant.
Even though Mason and Tanner keep getting caught up in outlandish and or dangerous actions (maniacal clowns anyone), the stories are engrossing and don't seem so unbelievable when in the middle of the story.
I'm now getting ready to start Book 5 - "Battle Lines (The Survivalist)." I just wish the final book was completed and available - Book 6 - FINEST HOUR (THE SURVIVALIST). I don't handle waiting too well and it's not due out until May 2015.
Well, I've finished book 4 in THE SURVIVALIST series (MADNESS RULES) and each book has captured and held my interest more than the last. I've rated each book with 5 stars and it's very rarely that I find an entire series that I'm able to rank so highly.
I've come to know the characters more and more with each book and wish I knew them in real life. Tanner and young Sam banter back and forth and are daily growing fonder of each other. Mason is a man of integrity and honor, trying to find answers as to why so many of his fellow U.S. Marshals were killed in Georgia. And that big galumphing dog Bowie - love him.
I've read:
Book 1 - "Frontier Justice (The Survivalist)"
Book 2 - "Anarchy Rising (The Survivalist)"
Book 3 - "Judgment Day (The Survivalist)"
The cover art on each book continues to be exceptional and the inner illustrations are detailed and relevant.
Even though Mason and Tanner keep getting caught up in outlandish and or dangerous actions (maniacal clowns anyone), the stories are engrossing and don't seem so unbelievable when in the middle of the story.
I'm now getting ready to start Book 5 - "Battle Lines (The Survivalist)." I just wish the final book was completed and available - Book 6 - FINEST HOUR (THE SURVIVALIST). I don't handle waiting too well and it's not due out until May 2015.
March 17, 2017
Note: this review is based upon a complimentary copy of the novel tendered by the author.
If Goodreads was not so restrictive in its grading then I would have given The Survivalist (Madness Rules) a 4.5 out of 5. I enjoyed reading the latest installment of The Survivalist series by Dr. Arthur T. Bradley and I would definitely recommend it both to others who are familiar with the collection of novels and those who might be discovering it for the first time; with that said, I also feel like this work does not measure up to the high quality established by its predecessors.
The strengths of Madness Rules versus the previous novels in the series are the dialogue between Tanner and Samantha (which, in my opinion, keeps improving and grows more entertaining with each book) and the twists that occur throughout the text. Without giving anything away, there were two instances that I felt were completely unexpected and, as a result, were utterly awesome aspects that set up potentially great moments in the next novel. I also enjoyed the fact that the milieus the characters find themselves in this time wind up being considerable departures from the typical post-apocalyptic environs explored by the average author. Though they might stretch the reader's ability to suspend disbelief, they worked for me and provided a fresh change from the ground that has already been covered.
I definitely recommend reading the novel and look forward very much to the next one coming down the line.
If Goodreads was not so restrictive in its grading then I would have given The Survivalist (Madness Rules) a 4.5 out of 5. I enjoyed reading the latest installment of The Survivalist series by Dr. Arthur T. Bradley and I would definitely recommend it both to others who are familiar with the collection of novels and those who might be discovering it for the first time; with that said, I also feel like this work does not measure up to the high quality established by its predecessors.
The strengths of Madness Rules versus the previous novels in the series are the dialogue between Tanner and Samantha (which, in my opinion, keeps improving and grows more entertaining with each book) and the twists that occur throughout the text. Without giving anything away, there were two instances that I felt were completely unexpected and, as a result, were utterly awesome aspects that set up potentially great moments in the next novel. I also enjoyed the fact that the milieus the characters find themselves in this time wind up being considerable departures from the typical post-apocalyptic environs explored by the average author. Though they might stretch the reader's ability to suspend disbelief, they worked for me and provided a fresh change from the ground that has already been covered.
I definitely recommend reading the novel and look forward very much to the next one coming down the line.
October 4, 2014
This is an outstanding series of a post-apocalyptic nature in which a disease of Smallpox-99 virus hits the entire world. The main story line is about how one survives without all the modern conveniences that we all take for granted today and those in the book series have to do without and survive. This is a very well written storyline that has action, drama, sadness and a little bit of comedy in the bantering that goes on between the characters.
Others have stated that this is not a good series to read. I disagree with their assessment and confirm that if one reads this series, start with the first novel "The survivalist - Frontier Justice" and you will be hooked!
Others have stated that this is not a good series to read. I disagree with their assessment and confirm that if one reads this series, start with the first novel "The survivalist - Frontier Justice" and you will be hooked!
May 12, 2015
Mason continues to hunt down the perpetrators of the U.S. Marshals massacre and the torture and death of his girlfriend Ava. As much as Mason hates to admit the resemblance to his father, the apple does not fall far from the tree.
Tanner meanwhile has gotten his charge Samantha back to Washington only to find that her mother the president has supposedly been assassinated by a member of her own staff. Tanner breaks the bad news to Sam, but she has been growing stronger and more mature via her association with Tanner and accepts the grievous news with courage and resolve beyond her years. Now what?
Tanner meanwhile has gotten his charge Samantha back to Washington only to find that her mother the president has supposedly been assassinated by a member of her own staff. Tanner breaks the bad news to Sam, but she has been growing stronger and more mature via her association with Tanner and accepts the grievous news with courage and resolve beyond her years. Now what?
January 25, 2016
Circumstances guide some, but not most
I question why these two men - father and son, on separate paths in this story series would both risk their lives to help others not only survive, but help them on their personal quest of revenge, deliver news, rescue strangers again, at great risk to themselves. I am impressed with these men and the tales of their adventures. Without the exaggerated almost immortal survival of these men I wouldn't be reading the books, yes, that's the answer to my own question, cause sure as I'm typing this, I'm not going down the path these two men are treading for anyone, or would I?
I question why these two men - father and son, on separate paths in this story series would both risk their lives to help others not only survive, but help them on their personal quest of revenge, deliver news, rescue strangers again, at great risk to themselves. I am impressed with these men and the tales of their adventures. Without the exaggerated almost immortal survival of these men I wouldn't be reading the books, yes, that's the answer to my own question, cause sure as I'm typing this, I'm not going down the path these two men are treading for anyone, or would I?
September 21, 2014
I'm enjoying this series at least as much as the very popular
Going Home
series. It has much the same feeling. I don't know why this one doesn't have the same following. Goodreads doesn't even properly show these books as being part of a series.
I'm looking forward to the fifth book in the series (Battle Lines) in December!
I'm looking forward to the fifth book in the series (Battle Lines) in December!
October 15, 2016
One of the Best
Exceptional Author. Great seris to read. The people in the story become real and personal to you. I am not a great reviewer but I do read a lot of End Times books and Survivalist stories. I really like good guys and bad guys, these stories provide all of this. This is a must read Seris. You will be hungry for each new story.
Exceptional Author. Great seris to read. The people in the story become real and personal to you. I am not a great reviewer but I do read a lot of End Times books and Survivalist stories. I really like good guys and bad guys, these stories provide all of this. This is a must read Seris. You will be hungry for each new story.
September 7, 2014
It was okay but I've waiting for more progress at the end of Book 3 (this one is Book 4)and it seems that the author was trying to prolong the story : annoying.
Hoping that Book 5 in december will bring us more answers and finality.
Hoping that Book 5 in december will bring us more answers and finality.
October 13, 2014
Very Good Suspenseful!
I have read all four of the series in just a few days, could not put it down. The suspense is never ending. The only thing I didn't care for was the constant gory details, it was a little much for me.
I have read all four of the series in just a few days, could not put it down. The suspense is never ending. The only thing I didn't care for was the constant gory details, it was a little much for me.
October 9, 2015
Madness Rules survivalist BK 4
The fourth installment in this series is as good if not better than the first three. Twists and unexpected turns keep you on your toes and leave you wondering where you will end up.
The fourth installment in this series is as good if not better than the first three. Twists and unexpected turns keep you on your toes and leave you wondering where you will end up.
Read
June 6, 2016as tanner takes to presidents daughter deep into the white house in search of some clue where the facility went and as they do its their luck a group of monsters is in the basement about to make a ok day into a day they wont forget
November 11, 2014
One of my Favorites!
This should be made into a movie. I love everything about this series but the books are too short.
The characters are great and so is that h I s storyline.
This should be made into a movie. I love everything about this series but the books are too short.
The characters are great and so is that h I s storyline.
August 3, 2015
This is another good read well worth time. I have enjoyed this series very much and have followed it closely. It has a little bit of everything in it and a wonderful dog.
August 20, 2015
Still another great chapter in the series!
August 25, 2015
Very good
I liked it, it kept me coming my back for more. I will get the next book and start right away.
I liked it, it kept me coming my back for more. I will get the next book and start right away.
Displaying 1 - 30 of 34 reviews