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Robinson Crusoe (E.J. Robinson) #2
Robinson Crusoe 2245
In the wake of the climactic events of book one, Robinson Crusoe returns to the forbidden continent of what was once North America in an attempt to rescue Friday from Arga’Zul, leader of the Bone Flayers. But the path has not been easy. Strange and dangerous clans inhabit the ravaged lands. As obstacles arise and new foes join old ones, a desperate Robinson is forced to make risky alliances to find the woman he loves. Sprawling in scope, with epic scenes of action and adventure, Robinson Crusoe 2245 is the thrilling tale of two young lovers willing to do anything to reunite, even if it thrusts the world back to the brink of doom.
289 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 20, 2015
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About the author
E.J. Robinson
6 books65 followersE. J. Robinson was born in Northern California, but migrated south to attend UCLA where he studied literature and creative writing. After graduating, he worked for a number of prominent producers and film studios.
He's written for both TV and film, sold screenplays to Walt Disney studios, Warner Bros., 20th Century Fox, Spyglass, SyFy Channel, and a host of others. He's also written reality TV, webisodes, commercials, low budget films, plays, restaurant menus and tombstone epitaphs.
He currently lives in So. Cal with his wife, two sons, and dog. He currently lives in Minnesota where he braves the snow to play dungeons and dragons.
He's written for both TV and film, sold screenplays to Walt Disney studios, Warner Bros., 20th Century Fox, Spyglass, SyFy Channel, and a host of others. He's also written reality TV, webisodes, commercials, low budget films, plays, restaurant menus and tombstone epitaphs.
He currently lives in So. Cal with his wife, two sons, and dog. He currently lives in Minnesota where he braves the snow to play dungeons and dragons.
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March 8, 2016
What ever happened to "Happily Ever After"?
I intended to write a review after finishing Book 1 (2244) but, I was so anxious to follow along with the next in a series of compelling action events I found myself finishing Book 2 before writing the first Book's review. It's a good thing Book 3 hasn't bee published yet as I'd be reading that one right now. The story will continue, just as life does but, I'm becoming afraid "Happily Ever After" is out of style. For myself, and many others I believe this is what gives us Hope. However, as much as I like to see "how it all comes out" I want great stories to continue. This series is full of Hope but, it always seems to move just out of reach as success is snatched away. It is this un-dying hope that draws Robinson and the reader on.
Some of my favorite books (stories) have been told by authors like Stephen King, Tom Clancy and James Michener. Anyone familiar with their works will know most of their books exceed !,000 pages and in some cases the Story and characters continue on through many books. This series is similar to them forcing me to find the balance between "finding-out" and "keep it going". But, just like good vacations, they should end before you want them to. It'll be a while before that happens.
Robinson has been through so much. lost his best-friend, Lover and Teacher several times, forged many unusual relationships and finally it seems they're about to join one-another for the "Happy Ever After". Unfortunately, she discloses she has been infected with the virus that almost exterminated the Human Race a couple of centuries ago and expects to die before delivering his child.
If you want Happy Endings, or at least the hope it may come later, you'll have to read the next book. I'm not comparing the Author to a Drug Dealer but this is how you create an addict. Give them a taste and they'll be back for more. That's exactly what I'm doing. I've already pre-ordered the next book (2246) in this series...you will too.
Review by "THE HOLEY ONE"
I intended to write a review after finishing Book 1 (2244) but, I was so anxious to follow along with the next in a series of compelling action events I found myself finishing Book 2 before writing the first Book's review. It's a good thing Book 3 hasn't bee published yet as I'd be reading that one right now. The story will continue, just as life does but, I'm becoming afraid "Happily Ever After" is out of style. For myself, and many others I believe this is what gives us Hope. However, as much as I like to see "how it all comes out" I want great stories to continue. This series is full of Hope but, it always seems to move just out of reach as success is snatched away. It is this un-dying hope that draws Robinson and the reader on.
Some of my favorite books (stories) have been told by authors like Stephen King, Tom Clancy and James Michener. Anyone familiar with their works will know most of their books exceed !,000 pages and in some cases the Story and characters continue on through many books. This series is similar to them forcing me to find the balance between "finding-out" and "keep it going". But, just like good vacations, they should end before you want them to. It'll be a while before that happens.
Robinson has been through so much. lost his best-friend, Lover and Teacher several times, forged many unusual relationships and finally it seems they're about to join one-another for the "Happy Ever After". Unfortunately, she discloses she has been infected with the virus that almost exterminated the Human Race a couple of centuries ago and expects to die before delivering his child.
If you want Happy Endings, or at least the hope it may come later, you'll have to read the next book. I'm not comparing the Author to a Drug Dealer but this is how you create an addict. Give them a taste and they'll be back for more. That's exactly what I'm doing. I've already pre-ordered the next book (2246) in this series...you will too.
Review by "THE HOLEY ONE"
January 19, 2018
"Experience do not define who we are. They merely reveal who we were always meant to be."
This book take the series to a whole new level. Whole book is packed with action and adventure. Only thing that bugged me is the fact that the POV keeps shifting, so I have to wait another chapter to know what will happen.
This book take the series to a whole new level. Whole book is packed with action and adventure. Only thing that bugged me is the fact that the POV keeps shifting, so I have to wait another chapter to know what will happen.
May 26, 2016
Thanks again E.J for an awesome joy-ride! I wasn’t sure how you’d improve on the first of your Robinson C. books, but wow you delivered! I read to be swept away to another time and place and hopefully have my emotions set ablaze and you have a masterful-talent that is fresh and satisfying. I found little that was predictable which intrigues me that much more. The way you’ve developed the characters has me talking about them like they are real people and I’m totally engrossed in the story line. Keep up the great work and I look forward to your future endeavors. Did I hear someone say “movie/mini-series worthy?” Hello - wake up Hollywood!
February 20, 2016
Robinson Crusoe 2245 picks up where book #1 in the series left off. The cure for the virus was successfully launched in England and those infected around the world returned to normal. Robinson has learned that the Flayers have sailed south along the Mississippi River to their main camp for the winter, Friday is still a captive of the leader of this warring group. Readers also learn that the king of the city is the leader's brother, and he wants Friday for himself.
Robinson returns to America and begins searching for Friday along the large river. During his quest, he meets many different tribes and groups of people - most living a meager life; others enslaved after being raided by the warring group on their way home. It is in one such place where a group of Flayers were attacking a homestead of Mennonites along the river. Robinson and the group he is traveling with decide to help and defeat their attackers, then learning from one of the wounded the exact location of the Flayers main camp. The dying captive also discloses that Friday was still alive - eight months now after initially taken captive. Robinson renews his motivation in the search for his captive love.
During his remaining trip, Robinson is taken prisoner by two separate groups - one, a large group of cowboys led by "Boss" and second, Friday's tribe from the mountains, who thought the Princess (Friday) was already dead. In both situations, Robinson is certain that he will die there in captivity. However, he finds inside help in both situations and eventually reaches the Flayer's camp.
From that point, the race is on. Robinson's former enemies from England had teamed up with the Flayers and were traveling to the CDC in Atlanta to secure the virus which started the epidemic. Can anybody stop them? Will Robinson and his love survive? Will the lethal virus be secured and dispersed to begin a much more dangerous epidemic. The story does end with a cliff-hanger and the author's promise to publish book #3 shortly. I will be watching for its release.
Don't miss this series, it is well worth reading and hard to put down.
John Podlaski, author
Cherries - A Vietnam War Novel
Robinson returns to America and begins searching for Friday along the large river. During his quest, he meets many different tribes and groups of people - most living a meager life; others enslaved after being raided by the warring group on their way home. It is in one such place where a group of Flayers were attacking a homestead of Mennonites along the river. Robinson and the group he is traveling with decide to help and defeat their attackers, then learning from one of the wounded the exact location of the Flayers main camp. The dying captive also discloses that Friday was still alive - eight months now after initially taken captive. Robinson renews his motivation in the search for his captive love.
During his remaining trip, Robinson is taken prisoner by two separate groups - one, a large group of cowboys led by "Boss" and second, Friday's tribe from the mountains, who thought the Princess (Friday) was already dead. In both situations, Robinson is certain that he will die there in captivity. However, he finds inside help in both situations and eventually reaches the Flayer's camp.
From that point, the race is on. Robinson's former enemies from England had teamed up with the Flayers and were traveling to the CDC in Atlanta to secure the virus which started the epidemic. Can anybody stop them? Will Robinson and his love survive? Will the lethal virus be secured and dispersed to begin a much more dangerous epidemic. The story does end with a cliff-hanger and the author's promise to publish book #3 shortly. I will be watching for its release.
Don't miss this series, it is well worth reading and hard to put down.
John Podlaski, author
Cherries - A Vietnam War Novel
March 8, 2017
I was first introduced to E.J. Robinson's series Robinson Crusoe when I received a free audio book copy of Book 1. I really enjoyed it (https://smile.amazon.com/review/R3VVJ...). I eagerly but not patiently awaited the sequel Book 2. Robinson Crusoe 2245 (Book 2) is everything a sequel should be. It maintains the same high level of action as the first book. The familiar characters continue to grow and develop. New characters are introduced and enhance the story. More information about the universe the series exists in, how it came to be, and the different cultures that inhabit it are revealed. I am now not only waiting, not patiently, for Robinson Crusoe (Book 2) to be released as an audio book narrated by Malk Williams but also for the release of Book 3. Excellent series both as a book and audio book. Thank you to Audio Book Blast for introducing me to a great new author in E.J. Robinson.
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February 19, 2016Enjoyable post apoco
Enjoyable for upper YA to my OA (my age as in old adult). I'd read the first a year or so back as the title was hard to pass up. Nothing really surprising or convoluted in the storyline. Just a enjoyable scifi with well developed characters that you quickly feel an attachment. The lack of peppers, special ops, etc is a relief. Throughout my military career I've met few that brave comparison to their novelized counterparts. I think the best portrayal was "One Second After".
. Well, strayed again from a endorsement of "....Crusoe....." to my mind's meanderings. Stay the course with Crusoe and you'll not be disappointed.
Enjoyable for upper YA to my OA (my age as in old adult). I'd read the first a year or so back as the title was hard to pass up. Nothing really surprising or convoluted in the storyline. Just a enjoyable scifi with well developed characters that you quickly feel an attachment. The lack of peppers, special ops, etc is a relief. Throughout my military career I've met few that brave comparison to their novelized counterparts. I think the best portrayal was "One Second After".
. Well, strayed again from a endorsement of "....Crusoe....." to my mind's meanderings. Stay the course with Crusoe and you'll not be disappointed.
January 17, 2016
Following on from the first book, Robinson Crusoe is on a search for the girl whom he had named Friday. She had been captured again by tribe that was pillaging the riverside and was now heading to their home base. Not to go into great detail about Robinson's travails and adventures, suffice it to say he has many and frees and loses Friday again before the final chapters and of course there is another book to follow. A decent read and I guess I will have to find out what happens in book 3
February 9, 2016
The Next Installment Simply Cannot Come Fast Enough
WOW, WOW, WOW! I enjoyed the first book immensely and found book two unbelievably delightful and filled with great suspense, action and drama.
It's rare to find a great story, I know I can recommend to others AND that my own sons are now happily reading. Excellent writing, and great story.
WOW, WOW, WOW! I enjoyed the first book immensely and found book two unbelievably delightful and filled with great suspense, action and drama.
It's rare to find a great story, I know I can recommend to others AND that my own sons are now happily reading. Excellent writing, and great story.
February 19, 2016
Breathtaking adventure of otherworldly proportions!
This book could not have been written any better. This is a story that makes the reader feel as if their life has been altered somehow and made greater because of it. The characters feel so real that it is as if you know them personally. Can't wait for the continuation of the story!!
This book could not have been written any better. This is a story that makes the reader feel as if their life has been altered somehow and made greater because of it. The characters feel so real that it is as if you know them personally. Can't wait for the continuation of the story!!
March 2, 2016
I was entralled
It only took me 5 hours to reads this book, it was far too exciting to put down! I am looking forward to the third installment, I can wait to see how the year 2246 plays out!
It only took me 5 hours to reads this book, it was far too exciting to put down! I am looking forward to the third installment, I can wait to see how the year 2246 plays out!
March 7, 2016
I read RC 2244, then read straight through RC 2245. I would be reading 2246 right now if it were available. This series is not to be missed. Well written, great character development, and worth every minute! This is an author I will not miss. Great new addition to the genre! Love the story.
November 16, 2015
Very good series
An interesting twist on a great classic. Post apocalyptic Robinson Crusoe? What's not to like! Looking forward to the next installment
An interesting twist on a great classic. Post apocalyptic Robinson Crusoe? What's not to like! Looking forward to the next installment
February 13, 2016
Better than the first.
It's a good read. Kind of a sad ending, with a twist. Will they find the city of glass, and the cure for Friday?
It's a good read. Kind of a sad ending, with a twist. Will they find the city of glass, and the cure for Friday?
February 17, 2016
Loved it! Must read #3. NOW!!
March 11, 2016
Loved the first book, Loved the second. Can't wait till the third, recommend this to anyone.
April 17, 2016
A very good follow-up of the original. While predictable, still an engrossing ride.
July 9, 2017
I liked the first book in this series, Robinson Crusoe 2244, which I got free by way of a link from BookBub, enough to buy this one too. I'm taking a break from the series, but will likely by the latest one too.
I enjoyed the characters, and the plot. I don't have much more to say right now, Hopefully I'll get better at writing reviews.
I enjoyed the characters, and the plot. I don't have much more to say right now, Hopefully I'll get better at writing reviews.
February 19, 2017
The Thought-provoking and Action Filled Saga Continues
Robinson encounters formidable odds in the savage dystopian future described herein. Civilization has descended from our present into inter-tribal warfare.
Robinson encounters formidable odds in the savage dystopian future described herein. Civilization has descended from our present into inter-tribal warfare.
January 31, 2018
Another great read!
I rated this book a high score because it was a great sequel to the first book. The excitement kept building aftereverypage and when I thought the end of the characters was a given, I breathed asighof relief again.
I rated this book a high score because it was a great sequel to the first book. The excitement kept building aftereverypage and when I thought the end of the characters was a given, I breathed asighof relief again.
June 28, 2019
Robinson Crusoe 2245
This sequel to Robinson Crusoe 2244 is an excellent read. It manages to further develop the primary characters as they move and grow with the continuing story both apart and together.
This sequel to Robinson Crusoe 2244 is an excellent read. It manages to further develop the primary characters as they move and grow with the continuing story both apart and together.
June 5, 2017
As good as the first book, this was another fast-paced and well-plotted novel. The ending once again was a bit sudden, but I'm still looking forward to the next one.
September 14, 2017
Seriously hard to put this book down! Love action packed stories. Catastrophic future are great reads.
December 7, 2017
An enjoyable thrill ride!
A good post-apocalyptic tale. Well done, good character development, and a believable world. May be a few stretches but all in all a good read.
A good post-apocalyptic tale. Well done, good character development, and a believable world. May be a few stretches but all in all a good read.
February 13, 2019
Gripping
Normally I try to not to read series but have gotten hooked with this one. Utopia can’t exist with man and his desires.
Normally I try to not to read series but have gotten hooked with this one. Utopia can’t exist with man and his desires.
March 28, 2019
Outstanding
Excellent reading, kept me on the edge of my seat from page to page, great exciting fiction and action packed
Excellent reading, kept me on the edge of my seat from page to page, great exciting fiction and action packed
December 15, 2020
Love the interaction of the characters and the plotline.
March 24, 2021
Wow!
This second book in the series was not a let down. Just as good as the first. On to the third.
This second book in the series was not a let down. Just as good as the first. On to the third.
July 31, 2021
Just wow
February 16, 2023
The adventures are getting better. Imagination is in big gear for this chapter of RC.
November 12, 2023
Better than I expected, but not sure I’ll finish the series.
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