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Aeros: Whisper Ridge: After the Pulse: Book 4
As relentless tremors shake the ground beneath Whisper Ridge, Mason Ashford and the last survivors of the collapse are locked in a race against time. Supply lines are gone. The outside world is falling silent. And every hard-won day of survival is threatened by a planet spiraling deeper into chaos. But nature isn’t the only danger closing in.
With the community stretched to its limits, new threats begin to surface from beyond Whisper Ridge’s borders, bringing fear, uncertainty, and the possibility that the worst is still ahead. As the skies turn violent and the earth continues to convulse, Mason and his allies must hold the line against forces they can’t predict and enemies they may not be ready to face.
Because Whisper Ridge is no longer just fighting to survive the end of the world. It’s fighting for the right to have a future at all.
With the community stretched to its limits, new threats begin to surface from beyond Whisper Ridge’s borders, bringing fear, uncertainty, and the possibility that the worst is still ahead. As the skies turn violent and the earth continues to convulse, Mason and his allies must hold the line against forces they can’t predict and enemies they may not be ready to face.
Because Whisper Ridge is no longer just fighting to survive the end of the world. It’s fighting for the right to have a future at all.
515 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 7, 2026
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June 28, 2026
As earthquakes continue to rock the region, Mason and the survivors of Whisper Ridge are fighting on multiple fronts. Supply lines have disappeared, the outside world has gone quiet, and the community is struggling to survive as both natural disasters and new enemies close in.
Random thoughts review below:
Hmm, I guess it wouldn’t be a post-apocalyptic story without a whackadoodle faction. Did I find these cohorts believable? Not really, but I just went with it.
“Are we taking any of this seriously?” He snapped. “A bunch of geeks running around pretending they’re living in ancient Rome? Come on. This is ridiculous.”
Exactly this!!
I agree with Mason, this really was apocalypse bingo.
Speaking of Mason, he is the human equivalent of going into a job interview and saying your biggest flaw is being too organized. I was a little tired of hearing how amazing everyone thought he was.
That ending battle... phew. Talk about intense!
I was bummed by the direction the plot took with Lt. Col. Jake Halsey.
Elaine continues to feel like a waste of space. She has zero real authority, yet Mason keeps insisting she's the one in charge. I like her character growth, but I still don't understand the point of it all.
“You’re the leader, Elaine. And I’m not letting you run from that. Not tonight. Not after everything we’ve been through.”
What exactly does she lead?
Tessa remains one of my favorite characters.
There were also some great comedic moments.
“We’re almost out of ammo. Gonna be hurling insults and foul language soon.”
It was a bit unhinged, and the bad guys seemed pretty silly, but I thoroughly enjoyed it anyway. *3.5 rounding up*
Random thoughts review below:
Hmm, I guess it wouldn’t be a post-apocalyptic story without a whackadoodle faction. Did I find these cohorts believable? Not really, but I just went with it.
“Are we taking any of this seriously?” He snapped. “A bunch of geeks running around pretending they’re living in ancient Rome? Come on. This is ridiculous.”
Exactly this!!
I agree with Mason, this really was apocalypse bingo.
Speaking of Mason, he is the human equivalent of going into a job interview and saying your biggest flaw is being too organized. I was a little tired of hearing how amazing everyone thought he was.
That ending battle... phew. Talk about intense!
I was bummed by the direction the plot took with Lt. Col. Jake Halsey.
Elaine continues to feel like a waste of space. She has zero real authority, yet Mason keeps insisting she's the one in charge. I like her character growth, but I still don't understand the point of it all.
“You’re the leader, Elaine. And I’m not letting you run from that. Not tonight. Not after everything we’ve been through.”
What exactly does she lead?
Tessa remains one of my favorite characters.
There were also some great comedic moments.
“We’re almost out of ammo. Gonna be hurling insults and foul language soon.”
It was a bit unhinged, and the bad guys seemed pretty silly, but I thoroughly enjoyed it anyway. *3.5 rounding up*
September 9, 2026
Mother Nature throwing a temper tantrum, & the World's compass is broken.
9/07/26 Review:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
With the world as we know it ending, Mother Nature throwing a temper tantrum, & the World's compass is broken, Whisper Ridge is one of humanity's last chance.
Aeros: Whisper Ridge: After the Pulse: Book 4 by Sean Liscom is definitely a whole different look into the possibilities of what could happen in the aftermath of an CME (solar flare) that takes out the electrical grid worldwide causing the collapse of governments and societies all the way down to small rural cities and towns to small subdivisions such as the gated community of Whisper Ridge outside of Kalama Falls, Oregon.
Okay, this fourth book really threw me for a couple loops that I didn't see coming at all. Just when I thought I knew what might be coming on the next page or the next chapter, I was truly caught off guard with the mind-blowing twists and turns.
The characters are many but the main characters are easy enough to follow and shortly into the first book in this series you'll find yourself drawn into Mason, Tessa, Lisa, Elijah, Elaine, Colin, and all the rest of the cast that carry throughout the story. At times, you'll find yourself saddened by the loss, cheering when they come out on top of one tough situation after another, and at times, it's humorous as hell. I just bet you'll laugh your ass off when you read the scene where Colin takes Lisa into the medical center to get checked out (see chapter fourteen of this fourth book) after stumbling down the stairs.
Sean has introduced a whole range of new characters in this fourth book that will surprise and blow your mind too all the while holding your interest throughout with one psychotic and warped minded individual who before the CME worked as a museum curator studying past cultures and empires who ruled like the Romans with Legatus and Centurions, Legioneers. Marisela Vorn, spiritual leader, Praetor of the Third Cohort, Daughter of the Ash Roads, Keeper of the Quiet Flame and Stewart of those who survived the unraveling shows up at Whisper Ridge with hundreds of followers with the intent of either rolling over the top of Whisper Ridge or making them subjects providing tribute in order to live to see another day. Well as you can imagine, that doesn't go over all that well with Mason, Tessa, Elaine, Halsey, Hollman and the rest of the residents of Whisper Ridge. As it turns out, Mason, with his unique insight for reading people and situations, saves Marisela and Elaine setting up the foundation for a mutual relationship between both groups but will that be enough for both of them to survive what's coming?
If you get a chance to read this book or the previous three, truly feel you will find yourself enjoying them as much as I have. I do recommend you read them in order in which they were written since each book leads into the next and the character development will be meaningful. Sean has left the door wide open for a fifth book in this series and I really hope he does choose to continue with this series in the near future.
Quotes:
"We don't get to choose the world we're stuck with. We only get to choose how we stand in it. And right now, standing is enough. Getting back up is enough."
"Why bleed for your friends when you can make the other guy bleed for his.”
9/07/26 Review:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
With the world as we know it ending, Mother Nature throwing a temper tantrum, & the World's compass is broken, Whisper Ridge is one of humanity's last chance.
Aeros: Whisper Ridge: After the Pulse: Book 4 by Sean Liscom is definitely a whole different look into the possibilities of what could happen in the aftermath of an CME (solar flare) that takes out the electrical grid worldwide causing the collapse of governments and societies all the way down to small rural cities and towns to small subdivisions such as the gated community of Whisper Ridge outside of Kalama Falls, Oregon.
Okay, this fourth book really threw me for a couple loops that I didn't see coming at all. Just when I thought I knew what might be coming on the next page or the next chapter, I was truly caught off guard with the mind-blowing twists and turns.
The characters are many but the main characters are easy enough to follow and shortly into the first book in this series you'll find yourself drawn into Mason, Tessa, Lisa, Elijah, Elaine, Colin, and all the rest of the cast that carry throughout the story. At times, you'll find yourself saddened by the loss, cheering when they come out on top of one tough situation after another, and at times, it's humorous as hell. I just bet you'll laugh your ass off when you read the scene where Colin takes Lisa into the medical center to get checked out (see chapter fourteen of this fourth book) after stumbling down the stairs.
Sean has introduced a whole range of new characters in this fourth book that will surprise and blow your mind too all the while holding your interest throughout with one psychotic and warped minded individual who before the CME worked as a museum curator studying past cultures and empires who ruled like the Romans with Legatus and Centurions, Legioneers. Marisela Vorn, spiritual leader, Praetor of the Third Cohort, Daughter of the Ash Roads, Keeper of the Quiet Flame and Stewart of those who survived the unraveling shows up at Whisper Ridge with hundreds of followers with the intent of either rolling over the top of Whisper Ridge or making them subjects providing tribute in order to live to see another day. Well as you can imagine, that doesn't go over all that well with Mason, Tessa, Elaine, Halsey, Hollman and the rest of the residents of Whisper Ridge. As it turns out, Mason, with his unique insight for reading people and situations, saves Marisela and Elaine setting up the foundation for a mutual relationship between both groups but will that be enough for both of them to survive what's coming?
If you get a chance to read this book or the previous three, truly feel you will find yourself enjoying them as much as I have. I do recommend you read them in order in which they were written since each book leads into the next and the character development will be meaningful. Sean has left the door wide open for a fifth book in this series and I really hope he does choose to continue with this series in the near future.
Quotes:
"We don't get to choose the world we're stuck with. We only get to choose how we stand in it. And right now, standing is enough. Getting back up is enough."
"Why bleed for your friends when you can make the other guy bleed for his.”
August 15, 2026
Sensational story, absolute ripper of a series
August 26, 2026
GREAT READ!
Wonderful and imaginative story! A thrilling story to read. You made Whisper Ridge real! The characters were people in tough situations. I was hoping for the 6th Cohort resolution but maybe one more book!
Thank you for writing a universe that pulled me into trust, fairness, and reality and away from the petty hate filled world we live in!
Wonderful and imaginative story! A thrilling story to read. You made Whisper Ridge real! The characters were people in tough situations. I was hoping for the 6th Cohort resolution but maybe one more book!
Thank you for writing a universe that pulled me into trust, fairness, and reality and away from the petty hate filled world we live in!
June 10, 2026
An Apocalyptic Thriller Of The Highest Order!
Aeros: Whisper Ridge, book 4 in the excellent post-CME After The Pulse: Book 4 brings us back to Whisper Ridge, with everyone still in shock over a devastating loss and new, more challenging environmental conditions. Mason, Elaine, Halsey and the rest of the command structure are holding the line, only to be challenged by the world again and again. I loved some of the surprises, so I'm being deliberately vague about the plot, though I will say its an outstanding plot! Every aspect of the writing is flawless. Liscom is one of those authors that I keep expecting to see on the bestseller list someday soon. Overall, 5/5 stars, highly recommended for fans of apocalyptic survival thrillers, particularly the post-CME variety, disaster thrillers and excellent thrillers, period!
Aeros: Whisper Ridge, book 4 in the excellent post-CME After The Pulse: Book 4 brings us back to Whisper Ridge, with everyone still in shock over a devastating loss and new, more challenging environmental conditions. Mason, Elaine, Halsey and the rest of the command structure are holding the line, only to be challenged by the world again and again. I loved some of the surprises, so I'm being deliberately vague about the plot, though I will say its an outstanding plot! Every aspect of the writing is flawless. Liscom is one of those authors that I keep expecting to see on the bestseller list someday soon. Overall, 5/5 stars, highly recommended for fans of apocalyptic survival thrillers, particularly the post-CME variety, disaster thrillers and excellent thrillers, period!
June 24, 2026
Whisper ridge
Enjoyed all 4 books. Twice. I was very interested in the characters, their interactions, their outcomes. They were alive and breathing to me. Even though the lead character was rather heroic, his view of himself sat right to me. Very enjoyable series. Looking forward to more by the author.
Enjoyed all 4 books. Twice. I was very interested in the characters, their interactions, their outcomes. They were alive and breathing to me. Even though the lead character was rather heroic, his view of himself sat right to me. Very enjoyable series. Looking forward to more by the author.
July 12, 2026
Riveting Series
This is the first time I have read this author Sean liscombe it will not be the last This series riveted my attention from the moment I started reading it and got my attention immediately and it never left I believe anybody who reads this series if they aren't already they will love Sean liscom and his books
This is the first time I have read this author Sean liscombe it will not be the last This series riveted my attention from the moment I started reading it and got my attention immediately and it never left I believe anybody who reads this series if they aren't already they will love Sean liscom and his books
July 31, 2026
Whisper Ridge series-
I just finished the 4th book, from the first to this far, what a ride! I am excited to see book 5, and I know it's on the way!!! Sean Liscom is a great storyteller and his characters and settings are the most consistently detailed. Worth every minute to read.
I just finished the 4th book, from the first to this far, what a ride! I am excited to see book 5, and I know it's on the way!!! Sean Liscom is a great storyteller and his characters and settings are the most consistently detailed. Worth every minute to read.
October 29, 2026
A really good book! ♡♡♡
This story had gained momentum with each book. I love the way the characters are growing and being developed along as the story unfolds. I find myself reading as fast as I can sometimes, just so I can find out what is going to happen. I love that the threats and problems are always different Five stars all the way! ♡
This story had gained momentum with each book. I love the way the characters are growing and being developed along as the story unfolds. I find myself reading as fast as I can sometimes, just so I can find out what is going to happen. I love that the threats and problems are always different Five stars all the way! ♡
June 12, 2026
Awesome book and Series!
This book brings people together like it should be done now! Truth, can set you free, and sugar coating doesn't help! Cannot wait for the next book of the series!!
This book brings people together like it should be done now! Truth, can set you free, and sugar coating doesn't help! Cannot wait for the next book of the series!!
June 13, 2026
Very good rea
I did not want this series to end. Very good characterization, feeling like you are right in the story with them as they learn and grow into their roles. New to this author an will be looking for more.
I did not want this series to end. Very good characterization, feeling like you are right in the story with them as they learn and grow into their roles. New to this author an will be looking for more.
June 24, 2026
Superior writing for this genre
One of the most realistic and tense battle scenes I have read. Liscom captures the emotion and human details pre-, during, and post-combat that is a cut above the usual word salad of adjectives and military lingo.
One of the most realistic and tense battle scenes I have read. Liscom captures the emotion and human details pre-, during, and post-combat that is a cut above the usual word salad of adjectives and military lingo.
August 17, 2026
Amazing Read
I liked Mason tenacity his ability to zone in and problem solve in times of chaos. Maybe it like a tunnel vision hero. While wanting no pat on the back for his achievements. Great Story ending. Enjoying reading this series. definitely deserved 5 stars. To the author.
I liked Mason tenacity his ability to zone in and problem solve in times of chaos. Maybe it like a tunnel vision hero. While wanting no pat on the back for his achievements. Great Story ending. Enjoying reading this series. definitely deserved 5 stars. To the author.
September 11, 2026
Jumped the shark but stayed afloat
Roman legions made up of basement game players?! Come on! But Liscom made it work, like one of those John Wayne war movies. What has he in store for us next? Stayed tuned, boys and girls, I’m biting my nails in anticipation.
Roman legions made up of basement game players?! Come on! But Liscom made it work, like one of those John Wayne war movies. What has he in store for us next? Stayed tuned, boys and girls, I’m biting my nails in anticipation.
September 23, 2026
Great book
I usually don't write reviews unless I am really moved by a story. This series really sells the characters and draws you win. Wonderfully written in detail. Would make a great movie or series
I usually don't write reviews unless I am really moved by a story. This series really sells the characters and draws you win. Wonderfully written in detail. Would make a great movie or series
September 24, 2026
Book 4 - Through the fire
Again I was caught by the intensity of circumstances. People caught in the crucible of events and seemingly inevitably circumstances and becoming ... as impurities are burned away. Please keep writing.
🌹 Burns McDade
Again I was caught by the intensity of circumstances. People caught in the crucible of events and seemingly inevitably circumstances and becoming ... as impurities are burned away. Please keep writing.
🌹 Burns McDade
June 14, 2026
Another great read
This series is exceptional for character development, writing style and excitement. One of the very best of the genre. Waiting anxiously for the next book!
This series is exceptional for character development, writing style and excitement. One of the very best of the genre. Waiting anxiously for the next book!
June 16, 2026
I seriously LOVE this series! I want more!
June 19, 2026
Great series
I love this series! Each book has z different lean to it that makes it hard to put away! Looking forward to next one!
I love this series! Each book has z different lean to it that makes it hard to put away! Looking forward to next one!
July 4, 2026
You did it again
This series continues to pull me in and grab my heart. I can't wait to read more. Thanks for an amazing story.
This series continues to pull me in and grab my heart. I can't wait to read more. Thanks for an amazing story.
July 16, 2026
Aeros the fourth book in the Whisper Ridge series is another thrilling and exciting story. I have been hooked from the very first book and they are still going strong. Keep them coming.
August 8, 2026
Great series
It's been a while since I've read a good series, and this is a good read. I don't usually leave reviews, but
I really enjoyed reading this series.
It's been a while since I've read a good series, and this is a good read. I don't usually leave reviews, but
I really enjoyed reading this series.
August 28, 2026
Good book
Overall this is a very good series but I am disappointed that this is the end. Apparently we will not be prevy to the meeting with the fifth cohorts.
Overall this is a very good series but I am disappointed that this is the end. Apparently we will not be prevy to the meeting with the fifth cohorts.
October 15, 2026
A standout series and must read
This is such a great series. Original, witty and sharp. I’ve stayed up all night too many times because I can’t put his books down.
This is such a great series. Original, witty and sharp. I’ve stayed up all night too many times because I can’t put his books down.
September 18, 2026
not average
Well worth reading
Life is too short to waste on dead books and this. Is not such a book
Enjoy
Well worth reading
Life is too short to waste on dead books and this. Is not such a book
Enjoy
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