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First Wave #1-3
First Wave - Complete Set
The bestselling First Wave Series is now available as a boxed set with all three action-packed volumes.
First Wave, book 1
Special Forces veteran Travis Combs just wanted to forget his weary years of leading combat missions while taking an extended rafting trip through the Grand Canyon. As he and his group complete a 22-day trip on the Colorado River, they find the world has unraveled from a deadly pandemic. Now, he has to show his small band how to live off the land and cross the rugged Arizona desert, while evading blood-drinking zombies, gangs of cartel bikers, and a rogue government agency.
The Longest Day, book 2
After training and leading his small band of survivors through the desert, Travis Combs just wants to get back home to his son in Denver. However, an emerging force in the mountains of Flagstaff poses a threat to his plans, and they will stop at nothing to obtain what he has.
No Place To Hide, book 3
As Travis and his band of fighters head for the secret lab in Durango, they face the convergence of powerful forces bent on securing the vaccine. With a traitor in their midst, and with the emerging threat of faster moving zombies, he must lead his weary group through the mountains and take the battle to his enemy.
First Wave, book 1
Special Forces veteran Travis Combs just wanted to forget his weary years of leading combat missions while taking an extended rafting trip through the Grand Canyon. As he and his group complete a 22-day trip on the Colorado River, they find the world has unraveled from a deadly pandemic. Now, he has to show his small band how to live off the land and cross the rugged Arizona desert, while evading blood-drinking zombies, gangs of cartel bikers, and a rogue government agency.
The Longest Day, book 2
After training and leading his small band of survivors through the desert, Travis Combs just wants to get back home to his son in Denver. However, an emerging force in the mountains of Flagstaff poses a threat to his plans, and they will stop at nothing to obtain what he has.
No Place To Hide, book 3
As Travis and his band of fighters head for the secret lab in Durango, they face the convergence of powerful forces bent on securing the vaccine. With a traitor in their midst, and with the emerging threat of faster moving zombies, he must lead his weary group through the mountains and take the battle to his enemy.
398 pages, Paperback
First published December 5, 2014
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January 9, 2018
A good read
My actual rating for this would be a 4.5 but I chose 5 because it's better than a 4. Perhaps it's because I just finished reading the two Emergence books in his new series prior to reading these 3, but even though the resulting "creatures" are different , both series are based on government released versions of the 1918 flu. One thing I really don't like is how in both series, the world is basically destroyed due to rouge or nefarious Americans who are high level government. While I do truly get that evil exists, even in Americans, I just don't like that "we're" the bad guys . My dad, and many family members, have served this country with honor and distinction for decades. I'm reading another series of his next and I hope to see a different basis otherwise I doubt I'll read a fourth despite that I truly enjoy his writing.
My actual rating for this would be a 4.5 but I chose 5 because it's better than a 4. Perhaps it's because I just finished reading the two Emergence books in his new series prior to reading these 3, but even though the resulting "creatures" are different , both series are based on government released versions of the 1918 flu. One thing I really don't like is how in both series, the world is basically destroyed due to rouge or nefarious Americans who are high level government. While I do truly get that evil exists, even in Americans, I just don't like that "we're" the bad guys . My dad, and many family members, have served this country with honor and distinction for decades. I'm reading another series of his next and I hope to see a different basis otherwise I doubt I'll read a fourth despite that I truly enjoy his writing.
March 10, 2020
Just love the zombies!
It’s amazing how different zombies are in any given apocalypse. The ones in this set range from slow and dangerous to fast and deadly. The face of evil is also different. Even faster and more deadly. It’s a long journey for the team of good guys with losses and gains and family ties. I loved this series. It has every element needed in a fearsome and heartwarming apocalyptic tale!
It’s amazing how different zombies are in any given apocalypse. The ones in this set range from slow and dangerous to fast and deadly. The face of evil is also different. Even faster and more deadly. It’s a long journey for the team of good guys with losses and gains and family ties. I loved this series. It has every element needed in a fearsome and heartwarming apocalyptic tale!
December 6, 2017
Really good series. I think it could've used one more book to flesh out the story. The ending seemed a bit abrupt. I'm looking at my page count saying to myself, "40 pages left? That can't be right. There's gotta be 1 more."
June 24, 2018
This was a fast and furious series from JT Sawyer. I enjoyed the adventures of Travis Combs and his rag tag group of survivors. It’s was very believable due to the fact that we know that their is comfort in numbers. This is a must read!
August 5, 2020
I like a fast moving book
I am reading Austin’s complete works at night before bed but for quick distraction I like scary, zombie and other such books. This was one of the better ones.
I am reading Austin’s complete works at night before bed but for quick distraction I like scary, zombie and other such books. This was one of the better ones.
March 5, 2021
Good Read
Enjoyed this series of books. You never know when a zombie will jump up and bite someone. This series had different groups fighting each other with zombies as the wild card.
Enjoyed this series of books. You never know when a zombie will jump up and bite someone. This series had different groups fighting each other with zombies as the wild card.
December 12, 2021
Perfect compilation of virus wipe out
With the last 18 months of heartache this story gives hope. Nice balance of anti government, anti above the law corporate greed, and human spirit to survive. The story will draw you in and the end of this book is perfect.
With the last 18 months of heartache this story gives hope. Nice balance of anti government, anti above the law corporate greed, and human spirit to survive. The story will draw you in and the end of this book is perfect.
June 10, 2022
First wave
Just finished this three book collection an I gotta tell ya folks, it's been one of the best rides I've been on in a long time. Thank you JT Sawyer. Can't wait to read more of your work
Just finished this three book collection an I gotta tell ya folks, it's been one of the best rides I've been on in a long time. Thank you JT Sawyer. Can't wait to read more of your work
December 12, 2025
Action packed
If you haven't read First Wave by JT Sawyer, you're missing out.
Group of rafters exits the Grand Canyon into a zombie-infested Arizona. The pace is relentless, and the stakes are sky-high. Think Special Forces vs. The Undead.
If you haven't read First Wave by JT Sawyer, you're missing out.
Group of rafters exits the Grand Canyon into a zombie-infested Arizona. The pace is relentless, and the stakes are sky-high. Think Special Forces vs. The Undead.
August 31, 2017
Great books
If u want to read some great books about the end of things then this series is for you. A lot of great characters and lots of action. You will not be disappointed.
If u want to read some great books about the end of things then this series is for you. A lot of great characters and lots of action. You will not be disappointed.
August 30, 2018
good read waiting for book 7
January 26, 2019
Great story more please
Thankful one book I could not put down from page one give star rating now to start on your other books hope they are as good
Thankful one book I could not put down from page one give star rating now to start on your other books hope they are as good
March 16, 2020
I really enjoyed this book. On the outset, lots of good action and whatnot. What really made it great for me was the quotable statements including the passage from Homer at the end.
November 11, 2020
I throughly enjoyed this box set , it kept you alert , it was interesting and gave you empathy for Travis trying so hard to get to his son .
March 7, 2021
Great book
Fast action with several plot twists. You will not get bored and will even learn some new survival skills. Thanks
Fast action with several plot twists. You will not get bored and will even learn some new survival skills. Thanks
March 9, 2021
Excellent
I really enjoyed this story. It was really well written and the characters were interesting and realistic. I happily lost a while night of sleep to this story.
I really enjoyed this story. It was really well written and the characters were interesting and realistic. I happily lost a while night of sleep to this story.
March 22, 2021
A good solid story.
I liked these books and it was convenient to read them all in one large edition. Well written and fun to read.
I liked these books and it was convenient to read them all in one large edition. Well written and fun to read.
January 19, 2022
Nice twists and action packed. It’s a must read for
all zombie fans out there. Good flow and engaging
characters
all zombie fans out there. Good flow and engaging
characters
March 19, 2022
I Love a boxset!
Everyone needs a Travis! This story was a fast pace, with lots of action thrill ride from start to finish. Get this author’s books and leave your reviews.
Everyone needs a Travis! This story was a fast pace, with lots of action thrill ride from start to finish. Get this author’s books and leave your reviews.
June 6, 2022
Super thriller
I read a few series and they were all fantastic. Characters are interesting and the action is almost non-stop. As good as it gets.
I read a few series and they were all fantastic. Characters are interesting and the action is almost non-stop. As good as it gets.
December 19, 2023
Great read
Good plot. Surprises of some characters outcome. Lots of action.
I would recommend to dystopian readers that like a little zombie action mixed with survivalist.
Good plot. Surprises of some characters outcome. Lots of action.
I would recommend to dystopian readers that like a little zombie action mixed with survivalist.
January 17, 2024
Not Bad
Pretty interesting, captivating and hard to put down. Can’t wait for more books by this author. Good mix: Spec Ops and zombies.
Pretty interesting, captivating and hard to put down. Can’t wait for more books by this author. Good mix: Spec Ops and zombies.
January 23, 2024
Decent zombie book. Good action. Terrible dialogue.
February 27, 2025
My first experience with AI reading. I wasn't able to follow this book because AI is no replacement for an actual reader. DNF
January 23, 2026
Loved it
Great read. Would love to read more and follow these characters. Travis is a great leader even when he didnt want to be. Best ones of all.
Great read. Would love to read more and follow these characters. Travis is a great leader even when he didnt want to be. Best ones of all.
February 5, 2026
excellent read
I’ve read quite a few zombie-apocalypse books but this one puts a fresh take on the story and keeps your interest.
I’ve read quite a few zombie-apocalypse books but this one puts a fresh take on the story and keeps your interest.
March 8, 2015
Great Series
Is there more?. I read the entire series within a few hours. I am not military so have to bow to others for authenticity. However
I can vouch for the solid integration of characters, fast paced, well developed plot, and very few editing errors. I plan on looking for more from this author.
Is there more?. I read the entire series within a few hours. I am not military so have to bow to others for authenticity. However
I can vouch for the solid integration of characters, fast paced, well developed plot, and very few editing errors. I plan on looking for more from this author.
April 27, 2015
This is one of the best new series about zombies and survival I have read in a while. Both of my children, my mother, and my sister have also now read this book upon my recommendation. I am hoping to be able to read the next book in this series when it comes out. It is a must read for anyone who likes zombies.
May 30, 2015
I received this book as a first-reads giveaway and here's my review.
I loved the way the author focuses on the practically of survival skills in this possible setting, even though I wasn't really expecting to enjoy this book because I was worried about it being predictable. Instead, I enjoyed this version of a "zombie" thriller. I ended up reading the complete set in 2 days!
I loved the way the author focuses on the practically of survival skills in this possible setting, even though I wasn't really expecting to enjoy this book because I was worried about it being predictable. Instead, I enjoyed this version of a "zombie" thriller. I ended up reading the complete set in 2 days!
November 8, 2015
Nail biter
I chose this rating because this is a very well written book. Hard to put down. Characters were very real and mostly very human and heroic.. Good story line. Didn't know where it was going next. Showed how evil the very evil were. Travis is a very innovative man. At the end he showed his soft and loving side. A loyal man.
I chose this rating because this is a very well written book. Hard to put down. Characters were very real and mostly very human and heroic.. Good story line. Didn't know where it was going next. Showed how evil the very evil were. Travis is a very innovative man. At the end he showed his soft and loving side. A loyal man.
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