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V Plague #10
Anvil
America fights back! In the thrilling new addition to the V Plague series, the decimated US Military brings the fight to the invading Russians. As battles rage, John is drawn into the melee, delaying his quest to reach Seattle with the remainder of his group. As all are threatened by escalating nuclear war, new dangers stand in the way of the survivors reaching safety.
397 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 17, 2015
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Dirk Patton
69 books257 followersDirk Patton is the best selling author of the V Plague series. You can email him at dirk@dirkpatton.com or find him on the internet at www.DirkPatton.com or Twitter @DirkPatton or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RealDirkPatton
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December 19, 2015
Oorah! Hooah! Hooyah! It's about time the remaining military get in there and kick some major ass!
It's always enlightening to read these scenes where the Major is in up to his boot straps and he and the men with him have to figure a way out. I always learn something every time I read these books. My husband is a prior Marine and I'll ask him random (for me) questions about some gun or missile or protocol and he's all, "What are you asking that for?" "My not-a-zombie book" I tell him. Then he feels this brotherhood or affinity for these men in a book that he's never met and only heard me tell him about and he goes into more detail and once again I get a first hand view by a member of our military. Oorah to that brotherhood crossing fictional borders.
So many of these books have been about the day to day struggle to survive. This one felt completely different to me. This one felt like a book about a brother and sisterhood determined to live. Yes there were still the same challenges, but they were tackled head on by teams and in a different way. People were still lost, but their lives mattered. Their accomplishments made the differences for the rest of the team.
We see very little of our core cast of characters in this book, but I don't feel it's at all to the detriment of the book or the series itself. It almost helps to put things better into perspective.
I am a fan. I've been a fan since I picked up Voodoo Plague and hoped it was about voodoo. I truly hate zombie books. I can't stress that enough. Thank goodness this is not a zombie series! It is without question one of the most masterful series I have ever read. Ever. About anything. Dirk is an amazing author and I've been following him since he only had one release. He only gets better. I love each book more than the one before.
If you hate zombies the way I do, if The Walking Dead makes you hide, if World War Z was not your cup of tea, pick these up. You will be doing yourself a favor. Just remember, they are infected. Not zombies. If you love zombies then what the hell are you waiting for? No one can out-zombie (not zombie) the master. No. One.
If you haven't started at the beginning, go get Voodoo Plague and discover the magic of Dirk Patton. You'll be in for the literary adventure of your life.
December 3, 2015
Another awesome book in the V Plague series!! With Katie, Rachael, Martinez and Irina captured by the Russians, John moves in to rescue them. The firefight that ensues ends with Martinez dead and a lot of Russians, John was in shock as right in the middle of the firefight, Katie turned. Blood red eyes staring back at John. She had saved his life, even after turning. Part of her was still there. But they needed to get away from the Russians that would be coming in response to the firefight, if they hoped to live.
While John and his small group are fighting to get away from the Russians, the remaining military have returned to America to try and push the Russians out. With what is left of America's aircraft and Naval fleet, they launch and all out attack on the Russians, sending hundreds of Tomahawk cruise missiles to destroy the infrastructure needed by the Russians. In return for this, the Russians up the ante. The launch nuclear weapons to take out the two remaining aircraft carriers and their support ships. They then launch nuclear weapons towards the base of military operations in Hawaii. Anti-missile missiles take out all but one warhead which the Russians self destruct to make their demands of surrender. Given 24 hours to comply or they will nuke every American left.
With signs of Russian agents on the base at Hawaii, things come to a critical path when one of the most important people allowing the US military that is left to succeed is now under suspicion of being a Russian agent. A weapon that could give the American's a chance to counter the Russians, save those that are left, but they have to get the weapon to work in time.
This is a must read book in a must read series. The whole series is so well written and it is obvious that the person writing it is extremely knowledgeable in what he is writing about. It will be a sad day when Dirk has written the last of the V Plague series.
While John and his small group are fighting to get away from the Russians, the remaining military have returned to America to try and push the Russians out. With what is left of America's aircraft and Naval fleet, they launch and all out attack on the Russians, sending hundreds of Tomahawk cruise missiles to destroy the infrastructure needed by the Russians. In return for this, the Russians up the ante. The launch nuclear weapons to take out the two remaining aircraft carriers and their support ships. They then launch nuclear weapons towards the base of military operations in Hawaii. Anti-missile missiles take out all but one warhead which the Russians self destruct to make their demands of surrender. Given 24 hours to comply or they will nuke every American left.
With signs of Russian agents on the base at Hawaii, things come to a critical path when one of the most important people allowing the US military that is left to succeed is now under suspicion of being a Russian agent. A weapon that could give the American's a chance to counter the Russians, save those that are left, but they have to get the weapon to work in time.
This is a must read book in a must read series. The whole series is so well written and it is obvious that the person writing it is extremely knowledgeable in what he is writing about. It will be a sad day when Dirk has written the last of the V Plague series.
April 11, 2021
After ten books into this series, a dull pattern has emerged where all the good guys look superhuman with their huge, muscular bodies and giant hands, and all the heroine-type ladies are absolute knockouts with big boobs and long, beautiful hair. And US Army Major John Chase is beyond superhuman, as he can be attacked by untold numbers of Russians and infected females, always managing to brutally kill them all (then wipe his bloody knife off on their horribly mangled dead bodies), as he repeatedly ensures he lives to see another day, yet one of the most highly trained and disciplined fighting men ever seen in the history of this world, US Navy SEALs, loses half their squad to a few infected females, which undoubtably, Major Chase would have surely waded through with relative ease. It's just getting to be old and tiresome. I realize Major Chase must survive everything he encounters for this story to continue, but the absurdities of him surviving every encounter that kills most every other man has surpassed believability many times over. And the ridiculousness with the infected Katie Chase has just about shut me down with this series. Major Chase's love is so powerful for his beloved wife, he actually gives her mouth-to-mouth resuscitation? Really? Eh... But I am committed regardless, even though I find myself skipping over much of what has been written so the absurdities do not cause me to close it down for good. It IS an interesting story for sure. From this point forward, I have decided I will keep my opinions to myself, as there are so many readers who are thoroughly enjoying this, and for those of you who choose to ignore these things I point out, I will respect your views and no longer say anything degrading about this remarkable series. I'll from here forward just rate with stars. Thank you, Mr. Patton, for all your incredible efforts in writing this. Despite everything I have said, it remains enjoyable reading.
May 17, 2020
Anvil is Another Great Book in this Series
The adventures of Major John Chase continue and are as action packed as ever. Chase’s wife, Katie is confronted with an insurmountable problem. In the meantime, .chase is wanted by the President of Russia, and this an will do anything to get his hands on John. The suspense and action keep building. I was sorry to see this book end and will be buying the sequel immendiately.
The adventures of Major John Chase continue and are as action packed as ever. Chase’s wife, Katie is confronted with an insurmountable problem. In the meantime, .chase is wanted by the President of Russia, and this an will do anything to get his hands on John. The suspense and action keep building. I was sorry to see this book end and will be buying the sequel immendiately.
July 2, 2023
the best one yet
I read the first book and took too long of a break. Within the past 2 weeks or so I ready the following 9. This was an outstanding mashup of high speed action and the eternal agony of trauma and despair, temporary feelings that really only last a few seconds but they seem permanent. And it’s also a testament to the author’s belief in the resilience of the American fighting man and woman.
I read the first book and took too long of a break. Within the past 2 weeks or so I ready the following 9. This was an outstanding mashup of high speed action and the eternal agony of trauma and despair, temporary feelings that really only last a few seconds but they seem permanent. And it’s also a testament to the author’s belief in the resilience of the American fighting man and woman.
June 27, 2019
These books just keep getting better and better. I am thoroughly enjoying my reading. It's sometimes sad, sometimes scary, sometimes funny but ALWAYS intense! Nonstop from page one - word one actually. If you haven't yet, and for some reason you are reading my comments about book 10, go get book 1 and start the ride. You will not be disappointed!
August 2, 2024
The female infected have mutated once again and though there appears to be some positive impact this time, it is just too soon to be certain. Captain Chase is alive after Russian interception but his fate is uncertain... And the fate of America is still in the air.... This series remains action intensive and totally enthralling!
May 16, 2017
Great Series Getting Better!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. After having gotten away from this series for awhile, I am getting right into Book 11 as soon as I submit this review. Great story! !
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. After having gotten away from this series for awhile, I am getting right into Book 11 as soon as I submit this review. Great story! !
September 19, 2017
This would have had 5 stars but for the fact I'm not a fan of descriptive field maneuvers. Even so the remainder of the book was a nail nibbling, and muscles tensed to see how issues were resolved. The author does have a story telling knack that sometimes mimics headline news!
October 9, 2017
The adventure continues
Starting the next installment immediately. Definitely keeps you hooked with the cleverly designed cliffhangers. You can't help but wonder what's in store for the characters.
Starting the next installment immediately. Definitely keeps you hooked with the cleverly designed cliffhangers. You can't help but wonder what's in store for the characters.
March 28, 2020
Devastating
This book tore me apart. I have been happily rooting for John & Katie and while I still have hope, this book hurts. It is phenomenally written, and no one is safe! I honestly never expected several of these turns!
This book tore me apart. I have been happily rooting for John & Katie and while I still have hope, this book hurts. It is phenomenally written, and no one is safe! I honestly never expected several of these turns!
October 10, 2020
Hard to believe that I am 10 books in and totally hooked. Another big plot twist and more and more action.Thunder from the sky gives those Enemies something to think about. Terrific, entertaining series.
January 17, 2022
The Russians
About time America at a win after loosing so much. In any case, this is real world scenarios being played out with the virus, military and just fortitude to just push through when there is no end in site.
About time America at a win after loosing so much. In any case, this is real world scenarios being played out with the virus, military and just fortitude to just push through when there is no end in site.
April 22, 2022
Good story but I found myself drifting from the story when it got too military for me. Luckily there wasn’t too much to cause me to stop listening to this audiobook.
Will purchase the next in the series on audiobook as soon as it is created.
Will purchase the next in the series on audiobook as soon as it is created.
November 3, 2022
Enjoyed the book
Being in the military and from idaho I really enjoyed this book , it have great twists and turn in it from start to finish. I would recommend this book to anyone who is a zombie or doomsday kinda person.
Being in the military and from idaho I really enjoyed this book , it have great twists and turn in it from start to finish. I would recommend this book to anyone who is a zombie or doomsday kinda person.
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June 1, 20242nd time around
If you're on the edge of deciding to get this series, please stop dithering and do it. I've read almost every post-apoc story or series out there. This series is one of my top 5. Great character development, too
If you're on the edge of deciding to get this series, please stop dithering and do it. I've read almost every post-apoc story or series out there. This series is one of my top 5. Great character development, too
June 6, 2017
As with all of the other books, I thought it was great. I was even fortunate enough to win an autographed copy of this book from Dirk himself, so what's not to love?
December 27, 2017
We won
What happen to kate.can even John fix that. How many Americans are still alive
What will the Russians do next? Can a reversal of the plague be found?
What happen to kate.can even John fix that. How many Americans are still alive
What will the Russians do next? Can a reversal of the plague be found?
January 2, 2019
Wow wow wow
I absolutely love this book and this series! Well written and full of action. There are few books like it. Do your self a favor and start this series today!
I absolutely love this book and this series! Well written and full of action. There are few books like it. Do your self a favor and start this series today!
September 21, 2019
Hooyah!
Very vivid, I visualized a lot of this because the writing was so vivid. I felt like I was watching a 50s/60s war movie like I did w my dad. Gritty, loud, fantastic!
Very vivid, I visualized a lot of this because the writing was so vivid. I felt like I was watching a 50s/60s war movie like I did w my dad. Gritty, loud, fantastic!
October 20, 2019
Re-reading
I enjoyed this series so much, I am re-reading from 1 and now start 11. I am enjoying it as much or more than the first time. Thank you for your genius.
I enjoyed this series so much, I am re-reading from 1 and now start 11. I am enjoying it as much or more than the first time. Thank you for your genius.
March 11, 2020
WOW!!!!!! What else could happen?
I cannot get enough of this series. I just hope it continues on this path and each episode gets better than the one before.
I cannot get enough of this series. I just hope it continues on this path and each episode gets better than the one before.
July 6, 2020
Great move Admiral
Will John Chase find Katey again. What will happen with Rachel and John. You have to keep reading on to find out
Will John Chase find Katey again. What will happen with Rachel and John. You have to keep reading on to find out
January 8, 2022
Good book, fun to read, sometimes gets a bit "stupid" but it's still interesting. Seems like narration got better, but it's still not very good.
May 6, 2023
10 books so far in this series. Ten. Not many series of books can keep me interested beyond 4 or 5 when the author will often jump the shark or become unimaginative and regurgitate similar storylines. Not so with the V Plague series. Book 10 was every bit as exciting and attention-getting as every previous book. I really like the way the original storyline has morphed and become even more interesting as more is revealed about the plague beginnings and the onset of war with Russia. This book deals a lot with war and the cat and mouse between the warring factions, and yet keeps the humanity. The character development, merging new characters with the old to keep the story going is excellent. One finds oneself being drawn into their lives and their feelings. Excellent reading so far and I don't see it deteriorating any time soon. On to Book 11
February 25, 2016
The whole series is excellent
At the very beginning of book one Patton describes his plan for these books to be action packed without the sometimes slowing effect of flashbacks cut scenes or unnecessary background info. He certainly delivers on the promise of action, and does so with excellent descriptive writing as well as a very deep knowledge of military subject matter. Perhaps most impressive is the depth he creates in his characters, without falling back on the thematic elements he promised not you use at the start. Very impressive indeed and I can't wait for the next installment.
At the very beginning of book one Patton describes his plan for these books to be action packed without the sometimes slowing effect of flashbacks cut scenes or unnecessary background info. He certainly delivers on the promise of action, and does so with excellent descriptive writing as well as a very deep knowledge of military subject matter. Perhaps most impressive is the depth he creates in his characters, without falling back on the thematic elements he promised not you use at the start. Very impressive indeed and I can't wait for the next installment.
September 20, 2018
I must say that I am a HUGE fan of this series. That said, this is the first of all ten that I was able to actually put down. While still set in this world that I love, this one had more of a military theme than most of the others. Or maybe it was the descriptions of the missile/weapons systems that lost me. This book focused much more on Chase, with only minor support from the many other characters we've come to know and love. I very much like the addition of some of the new characters, and the increased involvement of Jessica- bc I love nerds. All considered, I'm very much still a fan & strongly suggest the series to any fan of the genre.
March 23, 2016
Absolute WOW!! This series just keeps rocking! An amazing follow-up from the ninth book, 'Precipice', Major John Chase and his crew have more deadlines to beat. And a deal with Russia to hand him over? This story reaches new heights in adrenaline and just does not stop!
Another great book from Dirk Patton with an addictive and easy-to-read story. Yet one more book that I had to read in one sitting. There's just no time in the action to put it down!
I can't wait to see what happens in the next book, 'Merciless' which comes out in April!
Another great book from Dirk Patton with an addictive and easy-to-read story. Yet one more book that I had to read in one sitting. There's just no time in the action to put it down!
I can't wait to see what happens in the next book, 'Merciless' which comes out in April!
December 4, 2015
Awesome American Military Might
This book or should I say, series of books, is an incredible feat of logistics and story telling. Dirk, the author, can keep these books coming and me and millions of others will keep reading. The one thing that needs changing is battle scenes. Too much technical info for the common layman. Other than that really good read of exceptional quality.
This book or should I say, series of books, is an incredible feat of logistics and story telling. Dirk, the author, can keep these books coming and me and millions of others will keep reading. The one thing that needs changing is battle scenes. Too much technical info for the common layman. Other than that really good read of exceptional quality.
November 28, 2015
Cliffhanger!
I can't take this! This was an awesome book 10. This such a great story and I don't want to let anything out to destroy the adventure for anyone else. This series is written with believability, color, empathy, knowledge and common sense. I always re-read the series when a book is coming out so that I am ready for a seamless step to the next book. Please tell us that the next one is due out in January!
I can't take this! This was an awesome book 10. This such a great story and I don't want to let anything out to destroy the adventure for anyone else. This series is written with believability, color, empathy, knowledge and common sense. I always re-read the series when a book is coming out so that I am ready for a seamless step to the next book. Please tell us that the next one is due out in January!
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