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End of Days #2
Regenesis
An asteroid has collided with the Earth destroying life as we know it. In a race against time, 16-year-old Billy Phillips, a natural-born leader, has been selected to guide 100 young recruits on board a space station where they plan to escape the catastrophe. With the help of Dr. Joshua Fitchett, a scientific genius, Billy and his friends have been equipped with the skills and knowledge they will need to withstand years in outer space. Their plan is that one day they will return to a restored Earth and re-populate the planet. But danger lies in wait in the most unexpected places… and Billy and his crew will soon find out that survival above is every bit as difficult as survival below.
336 pages, Paperback
First published September 15, 2015
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About the author
Eric Walters
156 books907 followersEric was born in Toronto in 1957, which makes him "real old". But, as Eric says, "Just because I have to grow old doesn't mean that I have to grow up!" In his many roles as parent, teacher, social worker, youth sports coach and writer he is in constant contact with children and young adults. He draws from these experiences and feels that this helps him to capture the realistic interaction between young people—the conflicts, tensions, stresses and interests that make up their lives.
Eric began his writing as a teacher. He taught in classes from kindergarten up and his stories often reflect the curriculum that he was teaching. He always read stories—picture books and novels—to his students and this helped him to understand what children liked, responded to, and were inspired by. He enjoys the enthusiasm of his students and often looks at them to provide him with the inspiration to pursue a particular topic in both the classroom and in his writing.
Eric tries to write every day. When he has a story idea he starts with research. This could involve reading books, watching a documentary, or trying to experience the things that his characters are going to go through. This could include rock climbing or riding white water (for Stars), spending time in a wheelchair (Rebound), playing and walking with tigers (Tiger by the Tail), hanging around a tough biker bar (Diamonds in the Rough), standing out in his backyard in a blizzard wearing a T-shirt and shorts (Trapped in Ice), or traveling to Africa (Alexandria of Africa).
"The most important thing anybody ever told me about writing was to write what you know . . . and the only way to get to know things is to do your homework and research before you write," Eric stated.
Once the writing begins the story is always playing around in his head. He takes any opportunity, even if it's just a few minutes between presentations, to put things down, either with pen and paper or on his laptop.
Prior to entering teaching and writing Eric was a social worker (B.S.W., M.S.W., B.A.Hons—specialized major psychology). He worked in a variety of settings including child welfare, private practice, a mental health centre, and, for twenty years on a part-time basis as a Crisis Social Worker in an emergency department. He stopped teaching 4 years ago and left the ER only last year.
The majority of Eric's time is spent in the company of his wife, children and dogs (Lola a big standard poodle and a little white dog named Winnie the Poodle).
Eric began his writing as a teacher. He taught in classes from kindergarten up and his stories often reflect the curriculum that he was teaching. He always read stories—picture books and novels—to his students and this helped him to understand what children liked, responded to, and were inspired by. He enjoys the enthusiasm of his students and often looks at them to provide him with the inspiration to pursue a particular topic in both the classroom and in his writing.
Eric tries to write every day. When he has a story idea he starts with research. This could involve reading books, watching a documentary, or trying to experience the things that his characters are going to go through. This could include rock climbing or riding white water (for Stars), spending time in a wheelchair (Rebound), playing and walking with tigers (Tiger by the Tail), hanging around a tough biker bar (Diamonds in the Rough), standing out in his backyard in a blizzard wearing a T-shirt and shorts (Trapped in Ice), or traveling to Africa (Alexandria of Africa).
"The most important thing anybody ever told me about writing was to write what you know . . . and the only way to get to know things is to do your homework and research before you write," Eric stated.
Once the writing begins the story is always playing around in his head. He takes any opportunity, even if it's just a few minutes between presentations, to put things down, either with pen and paper or on his laptop.
Prior to entering teaching and writing Eric was a social worker (B.S.W., M.S.W., B.A.Hons—specialized major psychology). He worked in a variety of settings including child welfare, private practice, a mental health centre, and, for twenty years on a part-time basis as a Crisis Social Worker in an emergency department. He stopped teaching 4 years ago and left the ER only last year.
The majority of Eric's time is spent in the company of his wife, children and dogs (Lola a big standard poodle and a little white dog named Winnie the Poodle).
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July 13, 2016
I hope there is a sequel soon!!
September 5, 2017
Regenesis is the 2nd book in Eric Walters End of Days 2-book series. All I have to say is: Mr. Walters, you owe your readers a 3rd book. Make this a trilogy and tell us what happens next.
December 14, 2018
Scientists discover an asteroid that is on a straight path toward earth. It will destroy all life on earth if it hits. Scientific genius Joshua Fitchett, has a plan to send 100 trained young recruits to space, as an attempt to save humanity. 16-year-old Billy Philips, a natural leader has been selected to be the leader of the ship. They are all equipped with the skills needed to run the ship and survive in space until earth is restored. But they soon learn that survival in space is as difficult as survival on earth. This book takes place some time into the future based on the technology available on the ship. Majority of the book takes place in orbit of the moon. The book was written in third person view of Billy. The main problem was trying to survive in space and be able to make the best decisions in seconds that could be life changing for everyone. The main theme of this book is about how no matter how protected you are from the outside world, life is always difficult.
This book was fairly realistic and enjoyable to read. I loved the idea of having to survive in space until earth clears up and becomes a habitable place again. I can tell that this book was well thought out. The only drawbacks of this book and the reason for only 4 stars is because of the lack of character development and the beginning. I would have liked to have known more about the characters, such as some personality traits, or even just what some of them looked like. The reason I didn't like the beginning was because it was mostly dialogue, and nothing interesting happened until later in the story. I would have put more focus into explaining the characters and what they are like and some interests that they have.
I think that anyone who is interested in science or adventure books should read this. For anyone that is interested in reading this book, please be patient with the beginning, it gets interesting and speeds up once they are in space. After they were in space I was hooked and almost couldn't stop reading. One lesson I learned from this book would be that no way of living is easy, and each way of life has it's own challenges, even if you're in space.
This book was fairly realistic and enjoyable to read. I loved the idea of having to survive in space until earth clears up and becomes a habitable place again. I can tell that this book was well thought out. The only drawbacks of this book and the reason for only 4 stars is because of the lack of character development and the beginning. I would have liked to have known more about the characters, such as some personality traits, or even just what some of them looked like. The reason I didn't like the beginning was because it was mostly dialogue, and nothing interesting happened until later in the story. I would have put more focus into explaining the characters and what they are like and some interests that they have.
I think that anyone who is interested in science or adventure books should read this. For anyone that is interested in reading this book, please be patient with the beginning, it gets interesting and speeds up once they are in space. After they were in space I was hooked and almost couldn't stop reading. One lesson I learned from this book would be that no way of living is easy, and each way of life has it's own challenges, even if you're in space.
April 7, 2022
Eric Walters. A man who doesn't disappoint me.i read him for the sake of his brilliant writing style. Yes I may not be the target demographic age group for him but he starstrucks me with his tales. And he's one of the few authors who can invest me so far into a story that there will be a teat in my eye
Regenesis is no different. A very well written story following the lives of 104 people in space. The trials they face are the ones any growing person will experience. But they also face the trials of a full blown adult genuis.
This story follows Billy, Christina, Professor Shepard, and Ivan through trials and tribulation. It starts with the crew arriving on the station being met by two armed men and another standing behind. The situation us quickly diffused and the men are integrated into the space colony. We watch the trust issues and the falters of the men and the crew.
Along the way the kids experience there first bit of loss, it's a tragedy for them. One is a tragedy, millions is a statistic. A point brought up by the beloved Shepard as they watch and listen to the statistic of earth's population faltering. Meanwhile 1 of the 104 was lost.
Not much interesting happens for a while until the end of year 4 when it turns out Sam, the beloved uncle of the children is truly sand physcopath, rapist. To poor Tasha. Ivan quickly deals with him after Sam injures Billy and phycologically scars Tasha. It is then stated that Tasha is pregnant with his kid.
Sadly about 80 days later the Professor dies peacefully at the ripe old age of roughly 79-80. Another tragedy and a spot I had to hold back tears as all of the kids loved this man like a grandfather. And quite frankly I would've too.
To cap off the book, a fire breaks out in the Russian portion of the space ship. Tge fire brigade tries to stop it but fails to do so as they are limited to what they can do with an electrical fire. Billy, Amir, Brian, and Elena proceed to space walk to the ships that are connected to that station to save them and some supplies. Unfortunately after they save the rockets, the atmosphere is sucked out of the section to put out the fire and the book has its last loss of a hero.
It is then discovered the station can no longer support 100 people so Billy makes the executive decision to bring 35 people back to the surface of the earth. They leave the station and direct themselves to a depot left by fitchett.
That pretty well concludes the book. It left me hoping to hear of another book to continue the story of the earth crew and there struggles as it would be an interesting post apocalyptic. Though I feel that would not be the direction Walters wanted. Overall. I loved thos book. It left me wanting and craving more. Another outstanding read from this author.
Regenesis is no different. A very well written story following the lives of 104 people in space. The trials they face are the ones any growing person will experience. But they also face the trials of a full blown adult genuis.
This story follows Billy, Christina, Professor Shepard, and Ivan through trials and tribulation. It starts with the crew arriving on the station being met by two armed men and another standing behind. The situation us quickly diffused and the men are integrated into the space colony. We watch the trust issues and the falters of the men and the crew.
Along the way the kids experience there first bit of loss, it's a tragedy for them. One is a tragedy, millions is a statistic. A point brought up by the beloved Shepard as they watch and listen to the statistic of earth's population faltering. Meanwhile 1 of the 104 was lost.
Not much interesting happens for a while until the end of year 4 when it turns out Sam, the beloved uncle of the children is truly sand physcopath, rapist. To poor Tasha. Ivan quickly deals with him after Sam injures Billy and phycologically scars Tasha. It is then stated that Tasha is pregnant with his kid.
Sadly about 80 days later the Professor dies peacefully at the ripe old age of roughly 79-80. Another tragedy and a spot I had to hold back tears as all of the kids loved this man like a grandfather. And quite frankly I would've too.
To cap off the book, a fire breaks out in the Russian portion of the space ship. Tge fire brigade tries to stop it but fails to do so as they are limited to what they can do with an electrical fire. Billy, Amir, Brian, and Elena proceed to space walk to the ships that are connected to that station to save them and some supplies. Unfortunately after they save the rockets, the atmosphere is sucked out of the section to put out the fire and the book has its last loss of a hero.
It is then discovered the station can no longer support 100 people so Billy makes the executive decision to bring 35 people back to the surface of the earth. They leave the station and direct themselves to a depot left by fitchett.
That pretty well concludes the book. It left me hoping to hear of another book to continue the story of the earth crew and there struggles as it would be an interesting post apocalyptic. Though I feel that would not be the direction Walters wanted. Overall. I loved thos book. It left me wanting and craving more. Another outstanding read from this author.
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April 28, 2022
Humankind is finally coming to an end. An incoming asteroid is at the edge to strike Earth. The International Space Agency is drawn into a brawl trying to conceal the grievous fact that could wipe out the human race. Though shrouded, the fact can no longer be masked. Through rumors and gossip, confidentiality turns into an ordeal! As fear builds, society starts to break down. People abandon hope, their children, and basic morality. Professor Daniel Sheppard harnesses the greatest minds and resources of the planet in a valiant effort to save life on Earth. A 100 highly qualified children and four adults make their way to outer space and wait in space until it is safe to return to the planet. Many dynamic relationships develop and evolve, which is what drives this space adventure.
This 336 paged 28 chaptered book is so compelling that it has driven me across oceans to purchase it. But I do dwell upon the fact until this day, what is the reason behind it being a spellbinding narrative? Science-fiction books are always an assortment of books that would tinker with your visualization. Being an exclusively fast-moving story it will keep the readers rooted in the book. As a reader myself, I felt completely absorbed by the book and conjected that I was one of the characters in the book and immersed in the communal space atmosphere. It might be fictional to accept the fact that a 16-year-old teenager leads the mission to an inevitable catastrophe this large. At the end of the day, it’s a twisty, tightly plotted, utterly gripping, and richly atmospheric tale!
This 336 paged 28 chaptered book is so compelling that it has driven me across oceans to purchase it. But I do dwell upon the fact until this day, what is the reason behind it being a spellbinding narrative? Science-fiction books are always an assortment of books that would tinker with your visualization. Being an exclusively fast-moving story it will keep the readers rooted in the book. As a reader myself, I felt completely absorbed by the book and conjected that I was one of the characters in the book and immersed in the communal space atmosphere. It might be fictional to accept the fact that a 16-year-old teenager leads the mission to an inevitable catastrophe this large. At the end of the day, it’s a twisty, tightly plotted, utterly gripping, and richly atmospheric tale!
February 21, 2018
The beginning of the book started pretty slow. I was uninterested and even considered to not continue reading it. Against what I wanted to do, I kept reading it and I'm glad I did. It is a really intriguing plot of what might happen if a huge asteroid would destroy most of the Earth. The smartest people in the world bring their minds together to help save mankind and settle on a decision to take a certain number of people to space and live there until it's safe to return to Earth and repopulate the world. The people chosen to go and live in space are children who were raised to be an expert in a certain area of expertise and surpassed expectations. Billy is elected to be the leader, at only 16 years old, and immediately accepts his position as everyone's leader. As they live on a space station for multiple years, a daily routine is established and they all grow up together. There are complications where a few have made difficult decisions for the benefit of the station. Friendships form, romance spurs, and conflict arises multiple times. Even though the book starts out slow, it speeds up and creates a wonderful story that can teach different types of information and kept me gripped to the book until the very end.
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November 18, 2022For me this book took a while to get into and i found myself having to take a few breaks from it becasue i found it to be slightly boring, but once i was closer ot the end and felt more conneted to the story plot itself then i couldn't put it down!
I thought it was such a creative concept and i really love the plot and the characters. (well, most of them) Honestly though, some parts of this novel freaked me out man. I recommed this book to people who have a good attention span and any intrest in sci-fi themed novels. Also i'm pretty sure there is a prequel, but i didn't read it because i didn't know it existed so maybe that's why it took a while for the story to grab my attention?? In any case, I don't think it's necessary to read the first one as the second one is clear without it.
Eric Walters is such an amazing author and I love reading his books. This is no exception and though it may not be my personal favourite book he's written, it's still very clever and fun to read. I loved how the characters interacted and while reading i pictured myself as one of these kids and thoroughly enjoyed this book.
Two thumbs up, and definitely recommend!
I thought it was such a creative concept and i really love the plot and the characters. (well, most of them) Honestly though, some parts of this novel freaked me out man. I recommed this book to people who have a good attention span and any intrest in sci-fi themed novels. Also i'm pretty sure there is a prequel, but i didn't read it because i didn't know it existed so maybe that's why it took a while for the story to grab my attention?? In any case, I don't think it's necessary to read the first one as the second one is clear without it.
Eric Walters is such an amazing author and I love reading his books. This is no exception and though it may not be my personal favourite book he's written, it's still very clever and fun to read. I loved how the characters interacted and while reading i pictured myself as one of these kids and thoroughly enjoyed this book.
Two thumbs up, and definitely recommend!
May 20, 2020
In case it's not obvious, this book is the sequel to End of Days and follows pretty much directly from the end of that story. That said, you don't really need to have read the first book in order to understand what's going on. However, if you read this one first it will ruin the end of the first book.
In the first book, an asteroid is detected on a course to hit the Earth and the rest of the story concerns efforts to stop it or prepare for its impact. This book features a group of teenagers who were sent into space in order to provide insurance against extinction of the human race. Of course, things don't go entirely smoothly but I won't spoil the surprises.
I think this book is aimed at the older end of the Young Adult market, but I enjoyed it as a fully grown adult. A good sequel but nothing like the first book really, other that a few shared characters.
In the first book, an asteroid is detected on a course to hit the Earth and the rest of the story concerns efforts to stop it or prepare for its impact. This book features a group of teenagers who were sent into space in order to provide insurance against extinction of the human race. Of course, things don't go entirely smoothly but I won't spoil the surprises.
I think this book is aimed at the older end of the Young Adult market, but I enjoyed it as a fully grown adult. A good sequel but nothing like the first book really, other that a few shared characters.
March 5, 2019
I typically enjoy end-of-the-world/sci-fi as a genre, however, I found this book to be completely devoid of any plot. They go to space, then there's a little drama and then they come back. There is no character development and the main characters face very few challenges besides "they're in space" and "o darkness." There is a general lack of sacrifice or moral dilemma for the characters to deal with. I like the idea of the book and it did address some heavy topics, however, the delivery was so robotic that it failed to impart any verdict about these topics (overpopulation, strength vs. weakness, rape, manipulation, the greater good, loyalty, family) and left me feeling rather disappointed that such a cool idea went to waste on such an unintelligent book. The only reason I didn't give it one star is because of the cool idea behind it and the obvious scientific research that went into it.
May 27, 2017
I hope there is a third book!!!
1. Funny they changed Christina's specialty to make it fit better, but glad they did
2. Sam >:((((
3. um i don't really have anything to say it was Great Book. Other people didn't enjoy the lack of description or lack of character development and usually I wouldn't like lack of character development either but it didn't really stand out to me. It was a good book! I think there was some character development but just a little. Thanks!
1. Funny they changed Christina's specialty to make it fit better, but glad they did
2. Sam >:((((
3. um i don't really have anything to say it was Great Book. Other people didn't enjoy the lack of description or lack of character development and usually I wouldn't like lack of character development either but it didn't really stand out to me. It was a good book! I think there was some character development but just a little. Thanks!
February 18, 2019
Good read! Would recommend! Although certain parts of the story do overlook the fact that it takes place in space.
In particular, the New Year's party where they drank from "glasses," and the fact that Ivan could "pour" the professor a drink; it is these small inconsistencies that subtract from atmosphere and setting.
Other than that, I have no more complaints, and I certainly look forward to the next book!
In particular, the New Year's party where they drank from "glasses," and the fact that Ivan could "pour" the professor a drink; it is these small inconsistencies that subtract from atmosphere and setting.
Other than that, I have no more complaints, and I certainly look forward to the next book!
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March 26, 2021A very quick read, not much action, not much development. I enjoy the trope of 'the end of the world as we know it'/space dystopia, so I am slightly biased, based on the concept.
I am also aware that this is the second one in the series, and I have not read the first (I doubt I will), so I cannot speak for both novels. These are just my thoughts on this book.
Rating: A one-time read kinda book
I am also aware that this is the second one in the series, and I have not read the first (I doubt I will), so I cannot speak for both novels. These are just my thoughts on this book.
Rating: A one-time read kinda book
January 2, 2018
This book is a new addition to my classroom library. Regenesis is a great sequel to End of Days. The story itself is great and holds your attention from beginning to end. There are no lulls in the story. That's important to me when I recommend a book to my students. The details are incredible and very well thought out. Can't wait for the third instalment.
June 30, 2017
entertaining story. cover is very beautiful.
July 19, 2017
A wee bit on the technical side for me but otherwise a great read. Looking forward to reading the third book in the trilogy-Dangerous Things.
April 19, 2019
Book 2. Really enjoyed. No Book 3 in process but I hope there will be. THere is certainly more to the store that can be be told.
January 17, 2021
I started this book and it was a hard read. But later on in the book it gets really interesting and I enjoyed it a lot.
June 24, 2021
Nothing too special to say about this book. But it was certainly unlike anything I’ve every read before. A look into a world I will never be able to live in.
April 19, 2023
4.5 stars
there must be a third book
there must be a third book
August 29, 2024
I read this book in the 7th grade, and it's actually what got me into reading in the first place. I loved it, and I think it's perfect for young readers
January 29, 2025
Yes, I am glad I moved on to read the second instalment of this set of two books. It really pulled the story and the characters together, and made me wish there was a third.
January 1, 2016
I had the hardest time reading this book. For me, the writing was quite dry and was mostly dialogue. I personally love reading descriptions of just about everything. I would have wanted to know
more about everyone on the ship, how they looked and how they felt and how they spoke. I didn't get any of that from this book. It was almost like an objective reading, like someone was listing off the events in chronological order. The only emotion that this book provoked from me was near the end when Professor Sheppard died in his sleep. That made me tear up a little because the Professor was my favorite character. He had been the old man that tugs on everyone's heartstrings because he reminds you of your own grandfather. Long story short, I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone because of he dry, hard to read writing that I forced myself to finish. Great concept though, of the tragedy of Earth's destruction and the preservation of life.
more about everyone on the ship, how they looked and how they felt and how they spoke. I didn't get any of that from this book. It was almost like an objective reading, like someone was listing off the events in chronological order. The only emotion that this book provoked from me was near the end when Professor Sheppard died in his sleep. That made me tear up a little because the Professor was my favorite character. He had been the old man that tugs on everyone's heartstrings because he reminds you of your own grandfather. Long story short, I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone because of he dry, hard to read writing that I forced myself to finish. Great concept though, of the tragedy of Earth's destruction and the preservation of life.
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March 5, 2021
I enjoyed this one more than the prequel, simply because I'm more interested in post-apocalyptic novels. Walters didn't disappoint. As expected, things don't go according to plan as the characters try to survive in the collateral of End of Days. I liked how he added a touch of mystery to the book- he kept me guessing. I wasn't completely sure who would betray them and that made the book all the more enjoyable. You definitely find unlikely allies in unlikely places in this sequel. Regenesis reminded me of The 100 a little bit. It doesn't look like there will be a third book. It's too bad, since I feel like he left a lot of great material at the end to work with. Still, a good read- better than the first, though both were enjoyable.
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January 22, 2016
Regenesis is the long awaited adventure that picks up from where End of Days stopped. This is the story of Billy, Professor Shephard and 100 chosen young people hurtling away from everything that is known, into the unknown. Space, space stations, science, provide the background to the plausibility of possible survival in outer space should (or when?) planet Earth is met with disaster. Human nature put into the confines of a tiny metal structure is put the ultimate test of endurance and adaptability. Tightly written, the research that the author has imbued into the story had me totally engaged until the very last page. Highly recommended for intermediate and senior students and YOU!
April 6, 2016
I'm a space geek, so love the idea of this book series. Living in space for a long duration? Check. Planet-wide destruction? Check. Easy and quick, somewhat brain junk food, read.
Overall, though, I find this series to be fairly poorly edited. The writing is almost entirely dialogue with very little description of the ship or the earth (seriously, "brown" is the best you've got?), and little to no character development. I feel like each book in this series and the series overall has a great deal of potential, but to me this reads like the first or second draft--not a completed, published novel.
Overall, though, I find this series to be fairly poorly edited. The writing is almost entirely dialogue with very little description of the ship or the earth (seriously, "brown" is the best you've got?), and little to no character development. I feel like each book in this series and the series overall has a great deal of potential, but to me this reads like the first or second draft--not a completed, published novel.
December 27, 2015
Excellent follow up book. Again, a lot is skipped over and not fleshed out, but I find it a nice change from other YA books... The story focuses completely on the matters of survival, and not all the relationship drama.
Great book! It has the same type of ending as the first one... Abrupt but final, need to use your imagination to decide what happens after the story... Or secretly hope that another book comes out!!
Great book! It has the same type of ending as the first one... Abrupt but final, need to use your imagination to decide what happens after the story... Or secretly hope that another book comes out!!
April 4, 2016
I enjoyed this book. It was a good read while waiting for the electricity to come back. My favorite characters, Billy, Amir, and Jason got some nice work done. My only concern is that this needs a sequel. Did the colony in Idaho survive? Will the 65 currently on the space station return to Earth?
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September 3, 2015I cannot believe this! I have been waiting for this book for years!
November 3, 2015
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