Aftermath

The Unforeseen #2

by Keith McArdle

Mick and his family have returned home to the farm following Indonesia’s withdrawal. But thousands of battle-hardened enemy soldiers remain hidden in the forests and hills, ready to strike when they are least expected. This fight will take Mick to the limit, and protecting his family will require all his strength and determination.

Jimmy and Spud lead a platoon through the Australian scrub on relentless guerrilla strikes. But when they find themselves outnumbered and outgunned, it might have all been for nothing.

A new Australia will rise again…or will it?

228 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 31, 2016

About the author

Keith was born in a hospital, somewhere in Australia, when he was very little. He owns every David Gemmell book ever written (and two versions of some books), including the graphic novels. To maintain some semblance of sanity, Keith likes writing fast-paced stories ranging from Fantasy and sci-fi, to modern military thrillers. He now lives somewhere else in Australia.

Reviews

[Greg Barron · Rating 4 out of 5]

Aftermath is the third Keith McArdle story I’ve read. As in the other three books, the action sequences are written with skill and experience, and the Australian characters are both believable and engaging. The self-deprecating Aussie wit is a unique feature of Keith’s writing, and at times it’s like listening to real-life banter. I should also add that Aftermath is the only military novel I’ve ever read with a cattle mustering scene!
Quotes from newspapers at the beginnings of chapters help keep the reader abreast of the geopolitical situation, though I would have liked some more details about exactly where the action was taking place.
Overall I thought that Aftermath follows up well from The Reckoning. It should appeal to fans of military fiction with a speculative twist.

[Jim B. · Rating 5 out of 5]

The story continues. After Indonesia capitulates tens of thousands of their battle hardened soldiers remain and continue the war that is officially over. We see the heroes from the first book continue the fight and are joined by new heroes. Again, a well written plausible story with new idiots in power causing problems putting all in danger of falling to “friendly fire” as well as fanatical enemy. I will start reading the third book tomorrow.

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely stunned yet again! I'm sitting here at almost 5am sniffling and trying to stop my eyes from the heavy leaking they're rolling out at a quick pace. It takes an incredibly talented wordsmith to capture me so intensely in a story that I get so deeply affected by it. And that was before I even got to the authors note!! It really should be no shocker to me that Mr. McArdle did it again. However, it is a great accomplishment to wrench my heart in a military novel when I usually get bored and move on to something else within a chapter or two. Not this novel! This series is SO much more than a run of the mill war story, it's bloody brilliant! Strap yourself in and get ready for a fast paced, edge of your seat page turner that will have your stomach bouncing about as if you are onboard the Blackhawks in the thick of the battles. I MUST go buy the next book and dive right in NOW, catch up people, you are truly going to love this series!!

[Brad · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story carries straight on from Book #1 of the series, which is required reading, to understand this book, and to meet the characters.
A good read, which left room for a Book #3 or an epilogue...

[Brett Hestelow · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great Read ! Characters are very relatable , As in most modern books i dont enjoy the swaring , We all know people sware just dont think its excessive use enhances any book its in

I Recommend this Series i enjoyed it very much

[Carmel McKenzie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really good

It's good to read Aussie book with our lingo and Aussie spirit and courage. That will overcome Everytime.look f
orward to the next book

[Isabelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

McArdle still badly needs a good editor/proofreader, but the story remains gripping and the people engaging. So the author's note about the real-life Craig was a touching surprise.

[Scott · Rating 3 out of 5]

McArdle follows up The Reckoning with this sequel, The Aftermath. I believe the sequel has a better beginning, getting right in to the action with the characters from The Reckoning. I enjoyed the plot of both books, with Australia being invaded and ordinary citizens joing forces with soldiers to defend our land.
Just like its predecessor, The Aftermath contains a lot of action, dialogue and defence force references, such as gun types, which can be tedious if you don't know have any experience with guns.
Overall, if you're a fan of Matthew Reilly, then you will enjoy Keith McArdle's newest addition.

[billy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent story

I enjoy reading about the invasions of foreign lands and the hero's that save the day. This book was written well and I loved it.

[Phillip Clark · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic read, even better than the first novel.

[MMc14 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyed this story.

I thought the writing was improved in this book.

Believable characters, real aches and pains, etc.