The Struggle

The Survivalist #18

by Jerry Ahern

John Thomas Rourke, an ex-CIA agent, learns that Colonel Antonovich, leader of the Soviet forces is again conspiring against the remnants of the Free World

Genres: Post Apocalyptic

223 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published February 1, 1989

About the author

Jerry Ahern (born Jerome Morrell Ahern) was a science fiction and action novel author best known for his post apocalyptic survivalist series The Survivalist. The books in this series are heavy with descriptions of the weapons the protagonists use to survive and prosecute a seemingly never-ending war amongst the remnants of the superpowers from pre-apocalypse times.

Ahern was also a firearms writer, who published numerous articles in magazines such as Guns & Ammo, Handguns and Gun World.

Jerry Ahern passed away on July 24, 2012 after a long struggle with cancer.

Ahern also released books under pseudonym Axel Kilgore.

Reviews

[Joseph B · Rating 2 out of 5]

The Struggle has been the lowest point in the Survivalist series so far for me; as the pacing grinds to a near halt with character arcs stuck in limbo. Natalia mental breakdown continues, and much of the book focuses on an island with the plot only inching forward. This book and The Ordeal very much feel like they're setting the stage for a future book to wrap things up.

[Little Timmy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my favorite adventure series. Dr John Thomas Rourke leads his family and friends through a post apocalyptic world fighting ever step if the way. Fantastic characters and plots. Very detailed weapon descriptions. Excellent series. My highest recommendation

[Charles · Rating 4 out of 5]

See my review under "Total War," Survivalist Book 1.

[Nick Grayson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loving the character development. Everyone has difficulties in life but these characters take it up a level.

[Keith · Rating 3 out of 5]

Was fun easy reading in my teens. Would actually like to pick one up again and see what I think now. :D