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The McClane Apocalypse #3
The McClane Apocalypse: Book 3
In the third installment of this epic saga, The McClane family faces new challenges. They will combat a deadly disease that could kill them all, outside complications from an embattled nearby city, and potentially dangerous strangers living on their farm. Their safe haven of security and isolation that they’ve worked so hard to preserve could come to an end. While Reagan and Doc work tirelessly with their ill patients, tensions mount between the Rangers and the unwanted guests. Even though the McClanes have established rules, boundaries will be violated which further incenses the soldiers. Relationships deepen, secrets are exposed and the family is forced to make an important decision. Their bond will strengthen as they experience love, tough decisions and a deepening commitment to each other. John’s feelings for Reagan intensify, but will he ever break down the protective barrier around her heart? Follow this story all the way to its climactic ending full of twists and surprises around every corner.
445 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 13, 2014
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About the author
Kate Morris
20 books141 followersI live on a small farm in Ohio where I tend a shabby garden, take care of my crazy horses and chickens and enjoy writing. Check out my website: www.katemorrisauthor.com for recipes from the book, my blog, articles and information about books two and three. Book Two out now.
I am the author of the new trilogy, The McClane Apocalypse. Books one and two are out now. Check them out on Amazon, Barnes & Noble or iBooks.
The McClane Apocalypse, Book One of the series. Follow the McClane family as they struggle to survive on their TN farm. Romantic suspense filled with hot Army Rangers and a broken and beautifully flawed female protagonist. Don't read chapter two if you need to be anywhere any time soon!
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The exciting second installment of The McClane Apocalypse is out now!! Fraught with human emotion, complex relationships, and the continued fight for survival, book two takes the reader on a thrill ride that doesn’t let up- not even after the last page has been turned.
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I am the author of the new trilogy, The McClane Apocalypse. Books one and two are out now. Check them out on Amazon, Barnes & Noble or iBooks.
The McClane Apocalypse, Book One of the series. Follow the McClane family as they struggle to survive on their TN farm. Romantic suspense filled with hot Army Rangers and a broken and beautifully flawed female protagonist. Don't read chapter two if you need to be anywhere any time soon!
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LG8H7KQ
The exciting second installment of The McClane Apocalypse is out now!! Fraught with human emotion, complex relationships, and the continued fight for survival, book two takes the reader on a thrill ride that doesn’t let up- not even after the last page has been turned.
Thanks for following!
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November 17, 2016
After reading the 2nd book, I thought this series was getting better. This third book is awful. It tries to mix premarital sex and far right Christian values and wrap them all up and hand them to us in the name of love. You can't have it both ways, which is what the author tried to do here. There were some very racy, borderline illegal scenes in this book that may make some readers cringe. There is also some staunch preaching through a far right political lens that may make others cringe. They both had me rolling my eyes. I don't mind reading books about people with strong christian views, but the author's political views ruins fictional books, IMHO, and this author preaches hers (not sure this is even actually a woman writing this series) in depth.
That being said, the thing that bothers me the most is that these so-called Rangers are not teaching the women how to use weapons or defend themselves. Instead, they are bending over backwards to keep them naive. Three books in and these are still some the the dumbest women I have ever read a book about. I have news for Ms. Morris. This is the 21st century. On a farm or not, women are allowed to participate in their own personal safety and other activities that do not involve kitchens, cleaning supplies, and children. Some of us even wear britches and leave the house daily!
Moreover, these characters don't even make sense. For example, if these girls were raised on a farm, they would actually know things like how to drive tractors. Apparently barefoot and pregnant is all we're getting from them in this series. Then, the Rangers are more like the characters out of an action movie than real Army Rangers. The fact that the world is in a state of anarchy and only the teenage boys are being trained is ludicrous.
I know this review is very snarky and negative and it isn't my usual style, but I am more frustrated with this series than I have ever been with a silly book series. It is a flat out insult to actual strong, intelligent women. I will not be continuing with the series.
That being said, the thing that bothers me the most is that these so-called Rangers are not teaching the women how to use weapons or defend themselves. Instead, they are bending over backwards to keep them naive. Three books in and these are still some the the dumbest women I have ever read a book about. I have news for Ms. Morris. This is the 21st century. On a farm or not, women are allowed to participate in their own personal safety and other activities that do not involve kitchens, cleaning supplies, and children. Some of us even wear britches and leave the house daily!
Moreover, these characters don't even make sense. For example, if these girls were raised on a farm, they would actually know things like how to drive tractors. Apparently barefoot and pregnant is all we're getting from them in this series. Then, the Rangers are more like the characters out of an action movie than real Army Rangers. The fact that the world is in a state of anarchy and only the teenage boys are being trained is ludicrous.
I know this review is very snarky and negative and it isn't my usual style, but I am more frustrated with this series than I have ever been with a silly book series. It is a flat out insult to actual strong, intelligent women. I will not be continuing with the series.
May 11, 2016
This series suffers from a terrible lack of editing - superfluous explanations in dialogue, ill-written descriptive tangents, repetitive use of several words and phrases, constant tense changes (often within the same sentence) and many, many other issues plague every page.
Despite my innumerable complaints, there is something inexplicably intriguing about The McClane Apocalypse. The plot as a whole is a pretty good one and the characters manage to endear themselves to you, despite the strange bouts of awkwardness, random religiousness and Reagan's raging/immature bitchism. I was particularly turned off by Herb's comparison of his early career decisions to Kelly's military dark times (and the ridiculousness of Kelly's acceptance of this), as if those two things were in any way similar and as if Herb really had any true understanding of what Kelly might have been through. The Rangers are rather well written and I found myself caring for them the most. I wanted to like Reagan, Hannah and Sue, and I suppose that ultimately I did, but they grew on me a lot more slowly. I'm having difficulty articulating what it is about the women in this story that just didn't do it for me...they were just written oddly, and not in a good way.
There were so many missed opportunities for this series to be so much deeper and so much sexier, but if this was a show, I would totally watch it. I probably won't read the next installments b/c I really just wanted to see what happened with Reagan and super hot, ideal hunk John (my, my, he was dreamy). I know they're in the other books too, but I'm satisfied with ending their story here for now.
Despite my innumerable complaints, there is something inexplicably intriguing about The McClane Apocalypse. The plot as a whole is a pretty good one and the characters manage to endear themselves to you, despite the strange bouts of awkwardness, random religiousness and Reagan's raging/immature bitchism. I was particularly turned off by Herb's comparison of his early career decisions to Kelly's military dark times (and the ridiculousness of Kelly's acceptance of this), as if those two things were in any way similar and as if Herb really had any true understanding of what Kelly might have been through. The Rangers are rather well written and I found myself caring for them the most. I wanted to like Reagan, Hannah and Sue, and I suppose that ultimately I did, but they grew on me a lot more slowly. I'm having difficulty articulating what it is about the women in this story that just didn't do it for me...they were just written oddly, and not in a good way.
There were so many missed opportunities for this series to be so much deeper and so much sexier, but if this was a show, I would totally watch it. I probably won't read the next installments b/c I really just wanted to see what happened with Reagan and super hot, ideal hunk John (my, my, he was dreamy). I know they're in the other books too, but I'm satisfied with ending their story here for now.
February 3, 2015
Another great book
I won't say ending because I heard another is coming. If I see it I will preorder it because I am hooked on this family and would love to read more. It was nice to have a lot of things wrapped up and I would love to read more about how Reagan got home and more of the rangers story too. I am not a fan of the details of their sex lives but hey there is something for everyone so I am fine with it. I like that it doesn't get bogged down with prepper stuff. It's usually fine in most books but some that go into intricate details can get a bit too much especially when they go step by step in the instructions on how to make a windmill or things like that. This is focused on family and neighbors helping each other and there is still enough killings of bad guys to make it interesting on that level as well. Can't wait for more from this author.
I won't say ending because I heard another is coming. If I see it I will preorder it because I am hooked on this family and would love to read more. It was nice to have a lot of things wrapped up and I would love to read more about how Reagan got home and more of the rangers story too. I am not a fan of the details of their sex lives but hey there is something for everyone so I am fine with it. I like that it doesn't get bogged down with prepper stuff. It's usually fine in most books but some that go into intricate details can get a bit too much especially when they go step by step in the instructions on how to make a windmill or things like that. This is focused on family and neighbors helping each other and there is still enough killings of bad guys to make it interesting on that level as well. Can't wait for more from this author.
August 9, 2019
I have a conflicted opinion of this book. The story line appeals to me, painting a great view of what life in an apocalyptic world might look like. While the female characters are strong survivors, they are also portrayed in an almost subservient light in regards to their relationships with the men. I appreciate the way in which the former soldiers who were emotionally and psychologically impacted by their wartime assignments were portrayed to some degree. Their pain seemed real. It is refreshing to have a person with a disability in a major character role. However, the ways in which the soldiers interact with the women is comparable to that of parents to children. The women are to be protected, guided, and forced to accept that the men know best. Yuck. Also, I found the portrayal of a character who has schizophrenia just awful. He is referred to as a freak and is a rapist. This just perpetuates the misconceptions of people with mental illness as scary. In addition, I was discomfited by the way that persons of color were only part of a bad group, where the were none in the good group/family. I don't think I'll be continuing this series.
October 2, 2014
I Thought the First Two Books Were Good and Hard To Match
As my heading stated, I thought the first 2 books were good. This book, while not as action packed as the first 2 books,this one was more along the line of character development and tying up loose ends.
In it's own way it is the equal of the first 2 books.
I can't wait to read other books written by Kate Morris.
As my heading stated, I thought the first 2 books were good. This book, while not as action packed as the first 2 books,this one was more along the line of character development and tying up loose ends.
In it's own way it is the equal of the first 2 books.
I can't wait to read other books written by Kate Morris.
October 9, 2014
Stop here
Dear Kate,
I enjoyed your trilogy. Your ending was like that of a great love story. Please put the McClain family's story to rest as I feel in these troubled times in front of us we will all have our stories, our heartbreak, and our survival to deal with. It will be good to know that one family will make it if only just in a story.
All the best,
Steve
Dear Kate,
I enjoyed your trilogy. Your ending was like that of a great love story. Please put the McClain family's story to rest as I feel in these troubled times in front of us we will all have our stories, our heartbreak, and our survival to deal with. It will be good to know that one family will make it if only just in a story.
All the best,
Steve
October 1, 2014
I Love This Series!
I feel like I have a personal relationship with the caricatures in these books. Would highly recommend them to anyone who likes a little romance mixed into their suspense. This Series would make a Great Movie!
I feel like I have a personal relationship with the caricatures in these books. Would highly recommend them to anyone who likes a little romance mixed into their suspense. This Series would make a Great Movie!
December 9, 2014
This book was an amazing ending to a climactic series. I loved this book very much and was sad to reach the end. I can't wait to read the next book in the series. Kate Morris' writing style is awesome and she is able to paint a picture for her readers as the books progress.
April 1, 2015
Love it.
I could hardly put it down. Spent more than one night awake reading until almost dawn. The last few chapters were unexpected and I loved the ending. Can't wait for the next book.
I could hardly put it down. Spent more than one night awake reading until almost dawn. The last few chapters were unexpected and I loved the ending. Can't wait for the next book.
October 6, 2014
WONDERFUL story. Hoping for a 4th book
December 12, 2014
I'm completely in love with this series.
July 4, 2023
I've always been iffy about the series with the blatant misogyny and controllingness of all the male characters but this book was just worse, the author has no idea on consent, when Reagan and John were having sex for the first time she literally said no and stop multiple times but he carried on anyway telling her she would like it which I'm pretty sure is rape, I don't care if she liked it in the end the lack of consent is disturbing and not ok. Secondly when Kelly and old doc were having a discussion about midway through the book doc goes on to say that he performed abortions for women that he now regrets and thinks he should not have done it and was sinful... Basically a misogynistic pro lifer wrote this book who is also homophobic and racist(not as blatant as the misogyny but you can tell by the fact that all main characters are white and how they describe the people of colour and how literally all of them are criminals or villains in the books. you can be sure I dropped this book so fast. DONT READ THIS BOOK ITS NOT WORTH YOUR TIME
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May 28, 2017
Excellent Continuation
I love this series. I've just finished book #3 in less than a week. Great character development, realistic situations and obstacles in this EOTWAWKI genre.
My only complaint is that the author has a tendency to repeat herself multiple times. I understand (and appreciate) the recap of recurring details when continuing from one book to the next in a series. However, throughout books 2 & 3, many situations/descriptions/etc are reiterated multiple times throughout the same book. I can see how it would be helpful for people who don't pay attention or have to read the book over the course of a period of time (as these details can fall from memory) but as someone who devours a book, it's off-putting. Just my opinion.
I love this series. I've just finished book #3 in less than a week. Great character development, realistic situations and obstacles in this EOTWAWKI genre.
My only complaint is that the author has a tendency to repeat herself multiple times. I understand (and appreciate) the recap of recurring details when continuing from one book to the next in a series. However, throughout books 2 & 3, many situations/descriptions/etc are reiterated multiple times throughout the same book. I can see how it would be helpful for people who don't pay attention or have to read the book over the course of a period of time (as these details can fall from memory) but as someone who devours a book, it's off-putting. Just my opinion.
April 8, 2018
Good Concept Spoiled
This whole series has been promising except for the repetitively poor writing. How many times do we need to be told about narrow waists and chiselled lips until we get the point? I think we know that about half way through the first book so why repeat it ad nauseam? The worst part about this book, apart from the poor grammar, is the snide reference to the French military around pages 341/342. For the authors information, France has had a greater and more glorious military history for far longer than the US and it isn't smart or funny to belittle it in this way. Don't know why that was necessary.
This whole series has been promising except for the repetitively poor writing. How many times do we need to be told about narrow waists and chiselled lips until we get the point? I think we know that about half way through the first book so why repeat it ad nauseam? The worst part about this book, apart from the poor grammar, is the snide reference to the French military around pages 341/342. For the authors information, France has had a greater and more glorious military history for far longer than the US and it isn't smart or funny to belittle it in this way. Don't know why that was necessary.
April 13, 2024
inspiring read
This trilogy was possibly the most american and downright christian book I have ever read. I enjoyed the way the story flowed and the different characters developed. But somethings about their way of living is just so very foreign to me that at times I had trouble understanding some concepts. Like the hypocrisy of lamenting about abortions yet worshipping the deadly army heroes with questionable deeds in the pasts. In a way, life is cheap in these books, yet nothing seems as prescious.
This trilogy was possibly the most american and downright christian book I have ever read. I enjoyed the way the story flowed and the different characters developed. But somethings about their way of living is just so very foreign to me that at times I had trouble understanding some concepts. Like the hypocrisy of lamenting about abortions yet worshipping the deadly army heroes with questionable deeds in the pasts. In a way, life is cheap in these books, yet nothing seems as prescious.
January 8, 2022
Fantastic, great characters, and brilliant actions.
Reagan was flawed, should have got counselling, but none available. Hannah was a joy, and John had a bad time with Reagan, and eventually decided to cut his losses with her.
Reagan was flawed, should have got counselling, but none available. Hannah was a joy, and John had a bad time with Reagan, and eventually decided to cut his losses with her.
January 21, 2017
Great read
I continue to enjoy John and Reagan's relationship. What a great family with so many adventures!! Can't wait to read #4
I continue to enjoy John and Reagan's relationship. What a great family with so many adventures!! Can't wait to read #4
August 17, 2017
Enjoyed
Still enjoying the series. I cried so much. I could not sleep till I found out what happen to John
Still enjoying the series. I cried so much. I could not sleep till I found out what happen to John
November 7, 2017
Well done!
May 17, 2018
The McClane's Book 3
Two amazing things happened in the book. It has been building since book 1. This writer can make you smile or cry or fall in love with such ease.
Two amazing things happened in the book. It has been building since book 1. This writer can make you smile or cry or fall in love with such ease.
January 6, 2023
For lovers of romantic drama
Absolutely nothing to do with prepping or survival. This belongs in the romance section. Family drama and romance at it's worst.
Absolutely nothing to do with prepping or survival. This belongs in the romance section. Family drama and romance at it's worst.
October 5, 2023
Perfect. best series ever!
My favorite all time apocalypse series. I have read and reread it and just realized I’ve never left a review. This is a must read
My favorite all time apocalypse series. I have read and reread it and just realized I’ve never left a review. This is a must read
March 29, 2016
The best of the series so far. A 4.25 for me. I have become so very attached to all the characters in this series and I think the author has done a fab job of continuing character development for the 8 adults. I love Regan. She is an iconic hero in my book. She remindes me of another iconic hero, Taylor Jackson of the Taylor Jackson Series by JT Ellison. I believe that is one of the best post-apocalypse series out there (believe me I have been reading them for more than 50 years and know a thing or two). It is so believable and the author has done a great job of world building. I believe that the book is self-published and continues to have errors which are annoying, but do not detract from the story (for me, anyway).
January 22, 2015
could have been better
I've followed this series from the beginning. The McLane family and friends are interesting, with varied personalities and expectations. However, this third book did not meet my expectations as a reader. Though the author thanks her beta readers, either none of them was good with words or she chose to ignore their advice. Too many misused words and grammatical errors in narrative snatched me out of the story too often. Bad grammar in dialogue is acceptable if the speaker is unschooled. If such sloppiness doesn't bother you, I recommend this story as a nice wrap up of the trilogy.
I've followed this series from the beginning. The McLane family and friends are interesting, with varied personalities and expectations. However, this third book did not meet my expectations as a reader. Though the author thanks her beta readers, either none of them was good with words or she chose to ignore their advice. Too many misused words and grammatical errors in narrative snatched me out of the story too often. Bad grammar in dialogue is acceptable if the speaker is unschooled. If such sloppiness doesn't bother you, I recommend this story as a nice wrap up of the trilogy.
June 12, 2016
I have struggled to get to Book 3 and it will be the last. So many good reviews and high ratings convinced me to keep trying and maybe it would get better. It didn't.
I do not even know where to begin. The author seems confused as to whether she wants to write a post apocalyptic story or a Harlequin romance. The storyline such as it is, is predictable and a long time in developing. Instead, you are treated to pages long mush, of supposedly strong intelligent women who cannot help but succumb to the sensitive charms of the strong sensitive male. (finger down throat here)
I would like to think of something positive but at best, this is a very average offering.
I do not even know where to begin. The author seems confused as to whether she wants to write a post apocalyptic story or a Harlequin romance. The storyline such as it is, is predictable and a long time in developing. Instead, you are treated to pages long mush, of supposedly strong intelligent women who cannot help but succumb to the sensitive charms of the strong sensitive male. (finger down throat here)
I would like to think of something positive but at best, this is a very average offering.
March 21, 2015
I strongly disliked the first book, and I gave it a poor review...which I felt guilty for doing. I decided to finish the series and thought that it may improve, JESUS was I wrong. The author is judgmental and believes that women clearly have one role. I'd recommend her reading The Contagium Series for a little perspective and a writing class for obvious reasons. Skip this series, skip this author.
February 5, 2017
I love the McClane family stories.
I love the McClane family stories. I love reading the thrill of young love and how this family sticks together, no matter what!
I love the McClane family stories. I love reading the thrill of young love and how this family sticks together, no matter what!
July 21, 2015
McClain Apocalypse BK 3
I am so pleased you wrote a third book. I cried in the last chapters of this book, having myself been a victim of rape, I get Reagan and her fear, her PTSD, and can relate completely to her feelings. This was very well written and researched to so accurately describe the emotions or a lack thereof.
I am so pleased you wrote a third book. I cried in the last chapters of this book, having myself been a victim of rape, I get Reagan and her fear, her PTSD, and can relate completely to her feelings. This was very well written and researched to so accurately describe the emotions or a lack thereof.
November 16, 2016
Third part of the McClane story ,it is a really good series. I have been reading them exclusively since I discovered them. If you like your romance wit
Third book in the McClane series. I have been reading them exclusively since I discovered them a couple of weeks ago. If you like your romances laced with action adventure, survivalist stories then these are for you.nb
Third book in the McClane series. I have been reading them exclusively since I discovered them a couple of weeks ago. If you like your romances laced with action adventure, survivalist stories then these are for you.nb
October 4, 2014
The best of the series which grew better and better.
There are lots of suspense and tension, and I love the solidarity between the McClane clan.
Reagan & John's story is awesome. I hope we'll see them in the next books.
There are lots of suspense and tension, and I love the solidarity between the McClane clan.
Reagan & John's story is awesome. I hope we'll see them in the next books.
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