Reset

by Mark Tufo

In a world reduced to ruins, survival demands more than just strength—it demands transformation.

When a catastrophic electromagnetic pulse (EMP) strikes Earth, modern life ends in an instant. Power grids fail. Communication collapses. Transportation halts. Within hours, the world descends into chaos—and the fragile threads of civilization begin to snap. What follows is a rapid descent into apocalyptic turmoil as society unravels and survival becomes a daily battle.

When the world falls apart, it's not the heroes who rise—it's the unexpected. Marty, a recovering addict, finds purpose in the remnants of a crumbling military, discovering what it truly means to fight—not just for survival, but for redemption. Benny and Becky, inseparable pre-teens suddenly orphaned, must navigate a brutal new reality where trust is scarce and innocence is a liability. And Al, facing a terminal diagnosis, embarks on one final journey—teaming up with Sophie, a young woman desperate to reunite with the family she’s lost.

Each must draw on hidden strengths and confront impossible choices as they face a world that offers no guarantees—only the hope that somewhere in the wreckage, humanity still endures.

Deprived of the technology we depend on daily; the elements of civilization will collapse like dominoes giving rise to a brutal, desperate landscape where people will be forced to make impossible choices. Together, they face a landscape stripped of mercy, where technology is useless, morality is tested, and the fight to stay human may be the hardest challenge of all.

Reset is a raw, riveting journey of resilience, unlikely bonds, and what endures when everything else falls away. From the author of Zombie Fallout and Indian Hill , Reset is a gripping tale of human resilience and connection in a darkly unrecognizable and unforgiving new world!

350 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 23, 2025

Reviews

[April Buck · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved the name drops to remind me of whose world we are dwelling in, with an inventive storyline as I have come to expect from Mr. Tufo. I fully enjoyed the characters with quick developments and really look forward to seeing how this series progresses. I am also looking forward to a truly dedicated canine to grace these pages and steal some of the scenes as I have come to expect in your previous books.

[Melissa · Rating 4 out of 5]

All hail the Audible narrator, Vikas Adam. I swear I had no idea one human being could produce a different voice for what felt like every character. He gave it his all (and then some). I hung onto every word. I still hear his performance in my head sometimes, no cap.
One hell of an ending though, my advice is to wait 'til the second book comes out so you can immediately dive in (unless you're the type to construct the characters' stories from what the author left us with)

[Chrystal Roe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh I like it

This apocalypse is very different from most that I've read. It starts with a CME and various groups trying to get through the sudden change in their world. The characters are interesting and believable. It's fun seeing all of the different strategies the people enjoy. I'm really looking forward to the next one.

[FoxieMoxie203 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pretty good. A few name drops from other books. ;) I'm down to see what happens in the next book. I've already preordered it.

[JordynAlison · Rating 1 out of 5]

found this to be boring and the characters unlikable but I think part of that was bc the narrator was a little annoying lol

thought it’d give “zero stars do not recommend” vibes but it did not

[Vanessa Kiger · Rating 4 out of 5]

Benny!

I enjoyed this story and for me it was much more about the characters than it was the plot. Benny was a refreshing change of pace and his dialogue is a treat! A good read.

[Jennifer Baratta · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great to listen to while working.

[Stephanie Stagner · Rating 5 out of 5]

So Good

This book was amazing! I enjoyed meeting the new characters, and some mentions of old friends.

Looking forward to the next installment.

[Tracy S]

Hooked me and reeled me in, I am anxious to see how everyone ties together in the next book.

One question, was it aliens in the laundromat?

[Christine Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

amazing

Cannot wait for the next book because it kept me totally interested. I like to see what happens next. Really enjoying the author.

[Maria Adams · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love Mark Tufo, what can I say. looking forward to book number 2.