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Cold River #3
Cold River Running
WORSE THAN A PANDEMIC! LIGHTS OUT ACROSS THE U.S.! ELECTRONIC PEARL HARBOR!
"Smith is a writer on his way straight up."—Ann Rule, author of over thirty crime books, including The Stranger Beside Me and Small Sacrifices
Cold River Running is the action-packed beginning of the survival story of the suspenseful Cold River political action thriller series that chronicles the Cold River Indian Reservation’s fight for survival after the nationwide failure of the electrical grid.
Šiyàpu (white man) Tribal Police Chief Martin Andrews is making a new life for himself with his wife, a tribal member and police officer expecting their first child when the entire United States is plunged into darkness. Martin leads a tribal police force composed of fierce modern warriors dedicated to protecting their people and their land, with Lieutenant Smokey Kukup now head of security – in charge of weapons, munitions, and organization of a militia, including warring gang factions.
But when dark forces from beyond its borders threaten the sovereign nation of Cold River, its people unite and fight as a family. Every man, woman, and child will play a part in the fight for survival, as society collapses around them. Even seemingly-frail eighty-six-year-old Elder Martha Coeur d’Alenes who has lived through pandemics before surprises many of the tribes with her ability to handle her husband’s old 44-40 Colt revolver. But the heaviest responsibility falls to Tribal Council Chairman Bluefeathers who must guide the people to recognize that their united family actually includes many non-Indian friends, and they must work together with the Šiyàpu authorities.
WHO WILL LIKE Craig Johnson's Walt Longmire Mysteries, Tony Hillerman, Anne Hillerman, Jodi Picoult, Aimee and David Thurlo, J.K. Winn, Jeff Altabel, R. Allen Chappell, and other Native American mystery series, plus anyone who ponders the possibility of a post-apocalyptic world. Novels and Collections by Enes Smith Cold River A Native American Mystery and Thriller Fiction Series (Cold River Series Book 1) Cold River A Native American Mystery and Thriller Fiction Series (Cold River Series Book 2) Cold River A Native American Mystery and Thriller Series (Survival Series Book 1) Cold River A Native American Mystery and Thriller Series (Survival Series Book 2) Cold River A Native American Mystery and Thriller Series (Survival Series Book 3) Cold River Books 1-3 Cold River Books 4-5 Fatal A Detective Patrick Meredith Thriller Fiction Series (Book 1) Dear A Detective Natalie Collins Thriller Fiction Series (The Hunter Becomes the Hunted Series Book 1) Shadowland A Detective Natalie Collins Thriller Fiction Series (The Hunter Becomes the Hunted Series Book 2) Non-fiction The One Minute Lie Former Homicide Detective Teaches You to Spot Deception Live For Almost Find Free Housing, Become Debt Free and Self-sufficient in an Uncertain World
"Smith is a writer on his way straight up."—Ann Rule, author of over thirty crime books, including The Stranger Beside Me and Small Sacrifices
Cold River Running is the action-packed beginning of the survival story of the suspenseful Cold River political action thriller series that chronicles the Cold River Indian Reservation’s fight for survival after the nationwide failure of the electrical grid.
Šiyàpu (white man) Tribal Police Chief Martin Andrews is making a new life for himself with his wife, a tribal member and police officer expecting their first child when the entire United States is plunged into darkness. Martin leads a tribal police force composed of fierce modern warriors dedicated to protecting their people and their land, with Lieutenant Smokey Kukup now head of security – in charge of weapons, munitions, and organization of a militia, including warring gang factions.
But when dark forces from beyond its borders threaten the sovereign nation of Cold River, its people unite and fight as a family. Every man, woman, and child will play a part in the fight for survival, as society collapses around them. Even seemingly-frail eighty-six-year-old Elder Martha Coeur d’Alenes who has lived through pandemics before surprises many of the tribes with her ability to handle her husband’s old 44-40 Colt revolver. But the heaviest responsibility falls to Tribal Council Chairman Bluefeathers who must guide the people to recognize that their united family actually includes many non-Indian friends, and they must work together with the Šiyàpu authorities.
WHO WILL LIKE Craig Johnson's Walt Longmire Mysteries, Tony Hillerman, Anne Hillerman, Jodi Picoult, Aimee and David Thurlo, J.K. Winn, Jeff Altabel, R. Allen Chappell, and other Native American mystery series, plus anyone who ponders the possibility of a post-apocalyptic world. Novels and Collections by Enes Smith Cold River A Native American Mystery and Thriller Fiction Series (Cold River Series Book 1) Cold River A Native American Mystery and Thriller Fiction Series (Cold River Series Book 2) Cold River A Native American Mystery and Thriller Series (Survival Series Book 1) Cold River A Native American Mystery and Thriller Series (Survival Series Book 2) Cold River A Native American Mystery and Thriller Series (Survival Series Book 3) Cold River Books 1-3 Cold River Books 4-5 Fatal A Detective Patrick Meredith Thriller Fiction Series (Book 1) Dear A Detective Natalie Collins Thriller Fiction Series (The Hunter Becomes the Hunted Series Book 1) Shadowland A Detective Natalie Collins Thriller Fiction Series (The Hunter Becomes the Hunted Series Book 2) Non-fiction The One Minute Lie Former Homicide Detective Teaches You to Spot Deception Live For Almost Find Free Housing, Become Debt Free and Self-sufficient in an Uncertain World
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First published October 12, 2015
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October 12, 2015
I've been waiting impatiently for this book to come out, finished it in one sitting and am bitterly disappointed. Each of the first two books were excellent, ones that I've kept to re-read. Good characterization and interesting characters, interesting plotlines, good action sequences. Each book had it's own main character, but the initial core group of characters remained. with a complete story to each book, beginning, middle, end.
The writing and storyline in this third book remains excellent, as does the characterization. Unfortunately the author has apparently decided to serialize this series with no warning and there is no ending of even a minor plotline, with a major overall story continuing on to a new book, an abrupt, middle of a battle cliffhanger ending. My personal opinion is that any serialized book should carry a notation to that effect, not be unleashed on an unsuspecting reader.
The writing and storyline in this third book remains excellent, as does the characterization. Unfortunately the author has apparently decided to serialize this series with no warning and there is no ending of even a minor plotline, with a major overall story continuing on to a new book, an abrupt, middle of a battle cliffhanger ending. My personal opinion is that any serialized book should carry a notation to that effect, not be unleashed on an unsuspecting reader.
January 29, 2018
This author knows how to write!
This is Book 3 of this series, however, while it is all a series, Books 3-5 are an exciting and unique continuing story of an attack on the "Rez", when they and millions of others are in the dark. See review of Book 5 for a more comprehensive review.
This is Book 3 of this series, however, while it is all a series, Books 3-5 are an exciting and unique continuing story of an attack on the "Rez", when they and millions of others are in the dark. See review of Book 5 for a more comprehensive review.
January 21, 2018
Loved it!
This series continues to surprise me with the twists and turns. Its onto the next in the series for me!!
This series continues to surprise me with the twists and turns. Its onto the next in the series for me!!
February 6, 2018
A very good book, recommend consideration.
October 15, 2018
Great book. Enes Smith character development is fantastic and creative. Fantastic storytelling. I have read every book in the series and awaiting his 6th addition to this series.
October 23, 2015
Glad it came out
For some reason I've come to really look forward to these stories. I feel as though I've become invested in the characters, which is a compliment to the author. I have only 2 complaints.......one...... the editing still really needs a closer eye...... and two.... for the next one to come out sooner rather than later :-)
For some reason I've come to really look forward to these stories. I feel as though I've become invested in the characters, which is a compliment to the author. I have only 2 complaints.......one...... the editing still really needs a closer eye...... and two.... for the next one to come out sooner rather than later :-)
October 13, 2015
the first two in this series were better. too.many enemies too fight in this one. too many fronts. emp takes out the nation's electrical grid. chaos, anarchy ensue. one reservations fight for survival.
October 18, 2015
It's a book you want don't want to put down. Once you start this series you will want to read them all and can't wait
Or the next book to come out. This book will make you wonder if this Coldwell happen in this country
Or the next book to come out. This book will make you wonder if this Coldwell happen in this country
October 19, 2015
On the edge of my seat!
The story of Cold River continues in this intense tale of survival. All of your favorite characters are back for a riveting story that you can't put down! I can't wait for the next segment in the Cold River saga.
The story of Cold River continues in this intense tale of survival. All of your favorite characters are back for a riveting story that you can't put down! I can't wait for the next segment in the Cold River saga.
October 14, 2015
Great book
I finish in pretty much one setting and can't wait for the next one due out in the Spring of 2016.
This book keeps you right on the edge of my seat.
I finish in pretty much one setting and can't wait for the next one due out in the Spring of 2016.
This book keeps you right on the edge of my seat.
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March 19, 2019I love this & I can't wait for more.
I will be also leaving a review on Goodreads @ Amazon.
And letting everyone know about it.
So i gave it a 5 Stars.
I will be also leaving a review on Goodreads @ Amazon.
And letting everyone know about it.
So i gave it a 5 Stars.
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