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The Days of Elijah #1
Apocalypse
After a massive wave of disappearances, twenty-six-year-old CIA analyst, Everett Carroll, finally believes what he’s been told about the biblical prophecy of the rapture. But will he be able to survive the gauntlet of destruction known as the Great Tribulation? Seven seals, seven trumpets and seven vials of God's wrath are about to be poured out upon the earth, and woe to the inhabitants thereof!
Global currencies have collapsed, famine and plague have claimed the lives of millions, and the world has crumbled into chaos. The only reason Everett and his girlfriend, Courtney, have survived the mayhem is because they were warned by John Jones, Everett’s recently deceased boss, that all of these tragedies would occur. And what’s more, through his inside knowledge at the agency, mixed with his interpretation of prophecy, Jones predicted that a world leader would ride in on a white horse to fix the ills of the planet. But who is this leader and what is his motivation for mandating the new identification implant and the global cashless currency?
Everett is surprised when he finds out that Elijah, the Messianic Jewish hermit who lives on the mountain above their retreat, did not disappear along with the rest of the Christians. When he tells Everett of a special mission that God has given him, the old prophet gives Everett more questions than answers.
This is the highly-anticipated follow-up series to the best-selling trilogy, The Days of Noah, which chronicles the economic, moral, and social collapse of the United States. The Days of Noah series has received 848 five-star reviews to date!
The Days of Elijah, Book Apocalypse is a fast-paced thrill ride through the last days in America. Buy your copy of this end-times adventure today . . . if you can stomach the peril.
As with all books by Mark Goodwin, this book contains no profanity and no embarrassing sex scenes. However, if you're offended by conservative principles and references to Scripture, this book might not be for you.
Global currencies have collapsed, famine and plague have claimed the lives of millions, and the world has crumbled into chaos. The only reason Everett and his girlfriend, Courtney, have survived the mayhem is because they were warned by John Jones, Everett’s recently deceased boss, that all of these tragedies would occur. And what’s more, through his inside knowledge at the agency, mixed with his interpretation of prophecy, Jones predicted that a world leader would ride in on a white horse to fix the ills of the planet. But who is this leader and what is his motivation for mandating the new identification implant and the global cashless currency?
Everett is surprised when he finds out that Elijah, the Messianic Jewish hermit who lives on the mountain above their retreat, did not disappear along with the rest of the Christians. When he tells Everett of a special mission that God has given him, the old prophet gives Everett more questions than answers.
This is the highly-anticipated follow-up series to the best-selling trilogy, The Days of Noah, which chronicles the economic, moral, and social collapse of the United States. The Days of Noah series has received 848 five-star reviews to date!
The Days of Elijah, Book Apocalypse is a fast-paced thrill ride through the last days in America. Buy your copy of this end-times adventure today . . . if you can stomach the peril.
As with all books by Mark Goodwin, this book contains no profanity and no embarrassing sex scenes. However, if you're offended by conservative principles and references to Scripture, this book might not be for you.
302 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 28, 2016
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Mark Goodwin
105 books404 followersMark Goodwin is a Christian author and host of the popular Prepper Recon Podcast which interviews patriots, preppers and economists to help people prepare for the uncertain times ahead. His previous fiction series, The Days of Noah spent several months at number one on the Amazon best-sellers list in multiple categories. His first series, The Economic Collapse Chronicles, also hit the Amazon best-sellers list in several categories.
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March 20, 2021
Quick read. This is the 1st in the Days of Elijah series, but the 4th in a series that began with The Days of Noah..
Overall a good book. Liked it, but the dialogue was "cheesy" especially early in the book between 2 of the main characters. The scenes/scenarios flew by, and could have been better written/developed.
Still a roller-coaster ride story, with a small group of folks trying to survive a ruthless one-world government/totalitarian, and the 1st seven seals of Revelation. They have some help from Elijah, who is the hermit leaving up the mountain from them. Elijah may be more than he seems.
I like the fact that the story takes place in western Virginia, for the most part.
Will be getting the next in the series soon.
Overall a good book. Liked it, but the dialogue was "cheesy" especially early in the book between 2 of the main characters. The scenes/scenarios flew by, and could have been better written/developed.
Still a roller-coaster ride story, with a small group of folks trying to survive a ruthless one-world government/totalitarian, and the 1st seven seals of Revelation. They have some help from Elijah, who is the hermit leaving up the mountain from them. Elijah may be more than he seems.
I like the fact that the story takes place in western Virginia, for the most part.
Will be getting the next in the series soon.
July 12, 2021
Book 1 of a 4 book series
November 14, 2017
This story is very engaging. I like the Biblical foundation and I want to continue the series. My rating 4.5.
Everett is a 26-year-old CIA analyst whose boss, John Jones, slowly convinced him to prepare for a collapse of society as we know it. Everett and his girlfriend, Courtney survived the collapse with the help of Jones’ advice and in the safety of the cabin Jones left to them. Another couple was sharing the responsibilities of survival preparedness and watch until one morning they disappeared… along with many other unexplained disappearances around the world.
The new government and the new world religious leader provide a strange tale of alien abductions to explain the disappearances. Even this bizarre story was predicted by Jones so Everett and Courtney are even more convinced that his conspiracies theories are more fact than fiction.
Everett and Courtney are a bit surprised to learn that the old Messianic Jewish hermit, Elijah, who lives up the hill, did not disappear with the other Christian believers. But Elijah explains he is waiting to fulfill a special mission and, in the meantime, he encourages the couple to believe and get right with God. Then God can be their biggest ally in the earthly battles.
Everett reaches out to another couple who he knows were underground resisters of the new marking and commerce system. The new couple joins them at the cabin and they begin to strategize how to acquire and store enough supplies to last the next seven years that is expected to be turmoil and oppression, especially for those who refused to accept the mark under the new government. There are dangers ranging from local thieves to government authorities when they travel to the city so that Elijah can confront one of the leaders, and finally nature itself presents its own mix of troubles in fires, landslides and earthquakes.
The “apocalypse” theme is not new but I enjoyed the characters and how the trials and disappearances played out in their lives. There is a good blend of action and theological argument. I also liked the prepper, survival elements. I enjoyed the first book in the trilogy, The Days of Noah, the series where Everett and Jones are first introduced. Although this picks up in time after the trilogy, there is a summary and enough fill in of the backstory so I didn’t feel like I missed too much. I do want to continue the story from here to keep track of the characters and their struggles to survive. I recommend this to readers who enjoy apocalyptic stories with a Biblical foundation and no foul language.
Audio Notes: Kevin Pierce does a fine job with the narration. He gives the characters distinct sounds and portrays the personalities set by the author. I really enjoyed listening to this in audio.
Everett is a 26-year-old CIA analyst whose boss, John Jones, slowly convinced him to prepare for a collapse of society as we know it. Everett and his girlfriend, Courtney survived the collapse with the help of Jones’ advice and in the safety of the cabin Jones left to them. Another couple was sharing the responsibilities of survival preparedness and watch until one morning they disappeared… along with many other unexplained disappearances around the world.
The new government and the new world religious leader provide a strange tale of alien abductions to explain the disappearances. Even this bizarre story was predicted by Jones so Everett and Courtney are even more convinced that his conspiracies theories are more fact than fiction.
Everett and Courtney are a bit surprised to learn that the old Messianic Jewish hermit, Elijah, who lives up the hill, did not disappear with the other Christian believers. But Elijah explains he is waiting to fulfill a special mission and, in the meantime, he encourages the couple to believe and get right with God. Then God can be their biggest ally in the earthly battles.
Everett reaches out to another couple who he knows were underground resisters of the new marking and commerce system. The new couple joins them at the cabin and they begin to strategize how to acquire and store enough supplies to last the next seven years that is expected to be turmoil and oppression, especially for those who refused to accept the mark under the new government. There are dangers ranging from local thieves to government authorities when they travel to the city so that Elijah can confront one of the leaders, and finally nature itself presents its own mix of troubles in fires, landslides and earthquakes.
The “apocalypse” theme is not new but I enjoyed the characters and how the trials and disappearances played out in their lives. There is a good blend of action and theological argument. I also liked the prepper, survival elements. I enjoyed the first book in the trilogy, The Days of Noah, the series where Everett and Jones are first introduced. Although this picks up in time after the trilogy, there is a summary and enough fill in of the backstory so I didn’t feel like I missed too much. I do want to continue the story from here to keep track of the characters and their struggles to survive. I recommend this to readers who enjoy apocalyptic stories with a Biblical foundation and no foul language.
Audio Notes: Kevin Pierce does a fine job with the narration. He gives the characters distinct sounds and portrays the personalities set by the author. I really enjoyed listening to this in audio.
February 16, 2018
Short, sweet and fast-paced
What can I say? I’m simply devouring these books, in audio no less.
This book is pretty fast paced, even when comparing the last book of the Days of Noah trilogy. The author Mark Goodwin wrote this series to be a standalone series, but I believe it is far more rewarding to also read The Days of Noah trilogy, then come back and read the first of this Saga.
Kevin and Sarah are back, but due to the fact this was written as to also be read on its own, they were introduced as though we have never heard of them before. Having finished The Days of Noah recently, I felt a bit let down by that. The fact that not even references and/or Easter eggs were thought of for readers who are binging this series.
Other than that, it’s fantastic, though please do not read it standalone! Grab a 30 day trial of Amazon Kindle Unlimited and ready ‘em all if you have to do it that way!
5/5 plot, 4/5 with character execution due to the standalone factor.
What can I say? I’m simply devouring these books, in audio no less.
This book is pretty fast paced, even when comparing the last book of the Days of Noah trilogy. The author Mark Goodwin wrote this series to be a standalone series, but I believe it is far more rewarding to also read The Days of Noah trilogy, then come back and read the first of this Saga.
Kevin and Sarah are back, but due to the fact this was written as to also be read on its own, they were introduced as though we have never heard of them before. Having finished The Days of Noah recently, I felt a bit let down by that. The fact that not even references and/or Easter eggs were thought of for readers who are binging this series.
Other than that, it’s fantastic, though please do not read it standalone! Grab a 30 day trial of Amazon Kindle Unlimited and ready ‘em all if you have to do it that way!
5/5 plot, 4/5 with character execution due to the standalone factor.
April 19, 2021
Four stars for the story. Minus one star for the narration. Plus one star for Jesus. So four-ish. I guess. It's not the most eloquent thing every written and I miss Noah and Cassie, but as a follow up to The Days of Noah series, this is pretty compelling. I love Everett, Courtney, Kevin, and Sarah (don't know if she has an H or not, but I bet she does). Please be advised, however, that the narrator will change his accent, pace, and tone for Elijah all the livelong day. Everett and Kevin are the only characters who are even mildly differentiated. Still, you want to read a novelization of Revelation chapters 1-6? Tim LaHaye is furious he didn't write this well!
August 11, 2024
This book is the continuation of the Days of Noah 3 book series. You could read this book first, but to fully understand what's going on and who is who, you probably should read the very well written Days of Noah series.
This book was a fairly short read for me and well written with good editing. Absolutely no cussing nor sex scenes. There was a couple discussions about the first night of marriage, but nothing but a PG rating at the very best.
The book uses the Bible as the foundation to describe what is going on but really doesn't mention the Bible very often. The characters are believable in some ways and not so much in other ways. Overall, this is a very well written book with a very decent story to tell in this genre.
This book was a fairly short read for me and well written with good editing. Absolutely no cussing nor sex scenes. There was a couple discussions about the first night of marriage, but nothing but a PG rating at the very best.
The book uses the Bible as the foundation to describe what is going on but really doesn't mention the Bible very often. The characters are believable in some ways and not so much in other ways. Overall, this is a very well written book with a very decent story to tell in this genre.
November 27, 2020
Excellent Read
Narrator on these is always fantastic!!
I'm so intensely glad to see that a Messianic Jewish EliYaHu/Elijah is the one teaching the 4 other primary characters about serving YHWH. He boldly confronts the Antichrist showing them how to stand firm as they learn to step out in faith. The Antichrist and false church leaders are very plausible, especially in the depth of their deceit. And they learn about Passover. Found myself cheering at some things, shaking my head at others. Excellent read!
Narrator on these is always fantastic!!
I'm so intensely glad to see that a Messianic Jewish EliYaHu/Elijah is the one teaching the 4 other primary characters about serving YHWH. He boldly confronts the Antichrist showing them how to stand firm as they learn to step out in faith. The Antichrist and false church leaders are very plausible, especially in the depth of their deceit. And they learn about Passover. Found myself cheering at some things, shaking my head at others. Excellent read!
October 9, 2018
Good read
I’ve come to enjoy Mr. Goodwins books lately. Ive been drawn to read and look more at the Bible and try to understand passages better and open my eyes to the possibility of whats to come or happen (hopefully not in my life time)! But either way I hope I’m on the first wave to heaven when the rapture does happen.
I’ll read the rest of this series for it is a great story and good characters.
I’ve come to enjoy Mr. Goodwins books lately. Ive been drawn to read and look more at the Bible and try to understand passages better and open my eyes to the possibility of whats to come or happen (hopefully not in my life time)! But either way I hope I’m on the first wave to heaven when the rapture does happen.
I’ll read the rest of this series for it is a great story and good characters.
September 8, 2020
I thought that there would be horrible fighting between Satan's minions and the Rulers of the Eastern Kingdoms by now!
As each seal was broken and judgements meted to the earth, we've seen the judgements get more and more severe. Now the stage is set for the 7 trumpets to sound! Will the Christians survive this next round of punishments, too?
Revelation, Chapter 8, is the "Seventh Seal - The Trumpets"
As each seal was broken and judgements meted to the earth, we've seen the judgements get more and more severe. Now the stage is set for the 7 trumpets to sound! Will the Christians survive this next round of punishments, too?
Revelation, Chapter 8, is the "Seventh Seal - The Trumpets"
February 23, 2024
I gave it 4 stars because the writing seemed a little immature in style at times, and the editing for mechanics was really bad. So many errors and typos. But, in regard to content, I actually learned quite a bit about the book of Revelation and the prophecies of the end times. It made me even more thankful that I have accepted Jesus as my Savior and I know I will be going with him in the rapture.
June 3, 2017
A very timely message for Americans
This book doesn't have the most artistic writing style but the message is what is important and this passes on possibly the most important message most will ever read. Americas days are numbered. The Lord is returning soon. Have your friends and family read this series. Thank you Mark.
This book doesn't have the most artistic writing style but the message is what is important and this passes on possibly the most important message most will ever read. Americas days are numbered. The Lord is returning soon. Have your friends and family read this series. Thank you Mark.
August 7, 2017
First, I wish I read Days of Noah first. It's the prequel & I didn't realize it until halfway thru the book. The Days of Elijah is great. The "Rapture" happens & the main characters of the novel are clearly defined & come to the Faith quickly. Elijah is wonderful as the man who helps the new Christians understand what is occurring & what is coming. Read it!
January 24, 2018
A Great Series!
Mark Goodwin is an amazing author. He weaves Biblical prophecies into the lives of contemporary people in such a way that I leave more informed, entertained and growing in my personal faith. I hated for the last book to end! Mr. Goodwin wisely wove the WOrd of God into the final battle to bring an ending and glorious beginning to the coming Millennium.
Mark Goodwin is an amazing author. He weaves Biblical prophecies into the lives of contemporary people in such a way that I leave more informed, entertained and growing in my personal faith. I hated for the last book to end! Mr. Goodwin wisely wove the WOrd of God into the final battle to bring an ending and glorious beginning to the coming Millennium.
March 2, 2018
Are you ready?
Very realistic for fiction. It made me realize why the Bible is so cryptic. Satan knows every word, but does he know what it truly means? This inspires me to study the Word even more diligently to stay one step ahead. I pray I don't have to live through this, but if I do, I know I will stand with God.
Very realistic for fiction. It made me realize why the Bible is so cryptic. Satan knows every word, but does he know what it truly means? This inspires me to study the Word even more diligently to stay one step ahead. I pray I don't have to live through this, but if I do, I know I will stand with God.
March 16, 2018
Interesting concept of end times and conspiracy
Great read, interesting characters. If you believe in the Pre-Tribulation Rapture of the Church than why prepare for the Tribulation. However, would it hurt to prepare for a mid or post Tribulation Rapture? Perhaps prepare for your loved ones who may not believe.?
Great read, interesting characters. If you believe in the Pre-Tribulation Rapture of the Church than why prepare for the Tribulation. However, would it hurt to prepare for a mid or post Tribulation Rapture? Perhaps prepare for your loved ones who may not believe.?
August 31, 2018
I’m glad this book was free or I would be upset. It was good enough to finish but not good enough to recommend or waste my time reading on in the series. My mom read the entire series and enjoyed it. I guess I’m more picky than she is. I like a little character development, a lot of excitement and less cheese.
August 26, 2019
Love This Series
I read the first trilogy, The Days of Noah and was so happy to have another trilogy related to the first one to read. As a Christian this book has been a great fiction book to read with the characters and possibilities of what it could look like when the end times begin. Would recommend this book to fellow Christ believers.
I read the first trilogy, The Days of Noah and was so happy to have another trilogy related to the first one to read. As a Christian this book has been a great fiction book to read with the characters and possibilities of what it could look like when the end times begin. Would recommend this book to fellow Christ believers.
January 19, 2022
The characters from previous novels in the story are gone, leaving behind those who didn't believe. From there, this book takes off and establishes a good story on what's next. The characters have a real feel to them which makes it seem that life after the Rapture can be full of second chances. The times are difficult but the events show that it's not impossible to survive.
April 19, 2025
Best Series Ever!
I’ve read the Noah series and it was very good. Also 5 stars but the days of Elijah series is the best so far. I’ve just finished Book One and I love how Mr Goodwin writes the story of Elijah and how he explains Revelation to Everett’s group. Mr Goodwin makes the characters seem alive.
Keep on writing Mr Goodwin and I will keep on reading your books!
I’ve read the Noah series and it was very good. Also 5 stars but the days of Elijah series is the best so far. I’ve just finished Book One and I love how Mr Goodwin writes the story of Elijah and how he explains Revelation to Everett’s group. Mr Goodwin makes the characters seem alive.
Keep on writing Mr Goodwin and I will keep on reading your books!
November 17, 2017
Greaaaat..
I all most read this in one sitting. It's exciting from end to end. Even tho we don't have hard facts on how the end will be exactly, this does get your thoughts going.
I all most read this in one sitting. It's exciting from end to end. Even tho we don't have hard facts on how the end will be exactly, this does get your thoughts going.
March 8, 2018
Excellent Book
These books are about the people left behind after the rapture of the church. The characters are very well written and you find yourself wanting to see how and what they do when the next disaster strikes.
These books are about the people left behind after the rapture of the church. The characters are very well written and you find yourself wanting to see how and what they do when the next disaster strikes.
July 4, 2018
Very thought provoking
This is an exciting, fast paced series. The series brings the last days to life as you read. As the prophets words come to pass you begin to ask yourself how you would measure up. What would the outcome be for you. How or if you would survive.
This is an exciting, fast paced series. The series brings the last days to life as you read. As the prophets words come to pass you begin to ask yourself how you would measure up. What would the outcome be for you. How or if you would survive.
July 5, 2018
Be prepared!
This book really makes you think about the after life! Are you ready to see what goes on after you die? Accept Christ as your Savior and you will be at peace no matter what happens before you die and after you die!
This book really makes you think about the after life! Are you ready to see what goes on after you die? Accept Christ as your Savior and you will be at peace no matter what happens before you die and after you die!
September 5, 2018
Great book, another great series
Enjoying these books which aren't filled with foul and vulgar language. Being able to read about this author's ideas of how the Book of Revelation will be fulfilled is very interesting.
Enjoying these books which aren't filled with foul and vulgar language. Being able to read about this author's ideas of how the Book of Revelation will be fulfilled is very interesting.
November 26, 2018
Engaging
Thought provoking read. A fast paced story that kept me engaged. Even has a Christian I know the direction of the events, it is a surprise to see how they fall into the story's timeline.
Thought provoking read. A fast paced story that kept me engaged. Even has a Christian I know the direction of the events, it is a surprise to see how they fall into the story's timeline.
July 30, 2019
Awesomely great read
This is as can see a very good example of what's to come , no one can know for sure but as I read revelations , this picture he creates seems very real to me .
This is as can see a very good example of what's to come , no one can know for sure but as I read revelations , this picture he creates seems very real to me .
June 8, 2017
Interesting read
Very interesting read and would love to read sequel. Loved the scripture references and found Elijah a very interesting character. Ending was a bit disappointing .
Very interesting read and would love to read sequel. Loved the scripture references and found Elijah a very interesting character. Ending was a bit disappointing .
August 7, 2017
The days of Elijah
Wow don't want t to be here that glad I'm ready for the rapture hope lots of the lost will read this and Days of noah surly if they do will prepare
Wow don't want t to be here that glad I'm ready for the rapture hope lots of the lost will read this and Days of noah surly if they do will prepare
August 14, 2017
Good story
This book helps you understand what the coming times will be like. I suggest everyone read this series. What's in the Bible comes alive!
This book helps you understand what the coming times will be like. I suggest everyone read this series. What's in the Bible comes alive!
April 6, 2018
The Tribulation begins
Fast moving book. Biblically correct and fascinating characters. This book, as was The Days of Noah, is filled with good prepper tips too.
Fast moving book. Biblically correct and fascinating characters. This book, as was The Days of Noah, is filled with good prepper tips too.
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