Aftermath: A Story of Survival

by LeAnn Edmondson, Mike Kosinski

When the picture of a dog taking a squat shows up on every computer and cell phone screen with the words, "IT Happens," Jimmy Walker knew things would never be the same again. What he didn't know was just how bad it would be.Bugging out to his cabin in the Manistee National Forest, Jimmy figured he would ride out the storm there. He knew there would be trouble from the criminal element and those who had not prepared but hadn't counted on the United Nations moving in and gathering people up to be 'relocated,' too. Banding together with others in the valley, Jimmy works to meet the threats that seem to come from all directions at once.

284 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 2, 2014

Reviews

[Gail Sundean · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good Read

This book kept me mesmerized from beginning to end. Anyone that likes post apocalyptic books will like this. The fight for freedom and peace gives me hope for the human race. Enjoy!

[michael rietman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read

The story kept me in interested the characters were well developed. I felt there were some areas that were unbelievably. Overall I enjoyed the story.

[Cheryl · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book isn't one I would be likely to find on my own. But I'm really glad I read it! In the story, the main character Jimmy is ex-military, a HAM radio operator and a “prepper.” While at work one day, the unthinkable happens and a computer virus is unleashed that sabotages computers and communication systems around the world. As the chaos ensues, Jimmy heads to his bug out location – a cabin far from any city, which is no easy feat as society as we know it begins to crumble. Jimmy encounters others and the struggle to determine who can be trusted is monumental. As people and groups join forces to increase their chances of survival, they also find themselves defending their newfound way of life from unsavory folks and the evolving government regime as civilization deteriorates.

This story had me hooked from the beginning and I couldn’t wait to get back to it each time I had to put it down. I found myself explaining the story, and situations arising in it, to my husband…which I’ve never done with any other novels I read. Besides being an engaging story, the thing I really appreciate about LeAnn’s book is the way it made me think. I was constantly thinking about what I would do in those same situations and thinking about our own preparedness. How ready are we for any type of disaster? Disasters can take many forms – weather or other natural disasters – not just “end of the world” scenarios.

I hope you'll read LeAnn's book for yourself. I think you'll enjoy the story, but like me, I hope it will help you think about how you can prepare your family for emergency situations - big or small.

[Michael · Rating 2 out of 5]

Too many bad guys

Given the scale of the disaster, it was not surprising that chaos ensued. But the United Nations being the villains? And this small group of Michiganders the only heroes? It struck me that through the chaos, which was the fault of none, choosing one group to be heroes and the rest villains was a bit over the top.

[Mom Willard · Rating 5 out of 5]

enjoyed this book since it wasn't as dark as some others I have read. A story of rebuilding a communtiy