EMP Backdraft

Dark New World #4

by J.J. Holden, Henry Gene Foster

BOOK 4 OF THE DARK NEW WORLD SERIES The Clan is reborn amidst pain and blood, scarred but stronger than ever, only to find that new threats face them from all sides. New friends also make their appearance, however, and Cassy must forge these into the beginnings of a greater alliance to have any chance of keeping their newfound freedom. The Clan must hurry because the looming Empire to the west may well be the least of their worries as the Dying Time continues all around them—America's invaders have made their way inland, threatening Cassy's alliance before it even really begins… *** FREE For a limited time, you can get JJ Holden's latest unreleased Dark New World short story for FREE - click here to find out more -> bit.ly/jjnewsletter (just copy and paste into your browser) *** Dark New World is an EMP fiction series and is perfect for fans of SHTF fiction, Prepper Survival fiction, and EMP Post Apocalyptic Survival fiction. This story has no zombies.

Genres: Fiction, Survival, Apocalyptic, Science Fiction

382 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 30, 2017

About the author

J.J. Holden is the co-author of the DARK NEW WORLD series. He lives in a secluded cabin and spends his days studying the past, enjoying the present, and pondering the future.

Reviews

[Lucretia Hall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good book

I continue to enjoy this story line . I am looking forward to the next in this series. I had a hard time putting this book down

[Michele · Rating 5 out of 5]

Continuing on the Clan's journey for survival in a world closing in on them from many sides, the formation of the Confederation and the connection with Taggart is seeming to bring together a cohesive world that could possibly defeat the Empire and the 'vaders in the looming Spring. Very well developed characters have made this series worth the read. Looking forward to the next book in the series! Will hide the review for spoilers.

[Dave Carlton · Rating 2 out of 5]

Book 1-3 were good. Crashed on #4. Problem with continuity between 3 and 4. 3 has Peter killed by Jazz blowing head in half as he was starting to axe Cassy. 4 states Cassy killed him by stabbing and pistol. Massive undertaking I guess to keep story straight. Sad because I thought I found a nice long series, but after that credibility gap I couldn’t go on.

[Bernie · Rating 5 out of 5]

EMP Backdraft is the fourth post apocalyptic book in the Dark New World series written by authors J. J. Holden and Henry Gene Foster. Can't wait to read book five. Excellent series. Thanks to the author for the complimentary audible version.

[Peggy Pancherz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good book

Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Characters are realistic and get better and better. Storyline continues to grow and develop.

[Shaw Cox · Rating 5 out of 5]

Has lots of good info in it, also the story line keeps you captivated. Read (listened) to all 8 in a week.

[Connie Nealy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Continuing on

Continue the saga of the “clan” after an EMP stricken the States. Now the entire world is in darkness. On to the next installment.

[allen legere · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great story

The story continues to evolve and so do the characters! I really enjoy the storyline and where it is headed!

[sheila slack · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great nook Better than the last one

I enjoyed this book better than last bacause the author was more to the point. Can't wait to read the next book

[Joni · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sort of 1800

This book pretty much sets up the next one for the upcoming battles with The Empire. I hope Colonel Taggert can help the clan survive.

[aprilla · Rating 2 out of 5]

1.5 maybe. I'm losing interest in the series, going to take a break from it

[Sondra Newhouse · Rating 5 out of 5]

Can't wait

I have read the entire set of Dark New World novels and have enjoyed them emensely. I did get a bit confused at the entrance of the 2 gangsta groups and then the many other civie group and military ones too. Ijust kept reading and finally caught up. Jj Holden writes in such a manner that keep one glued to the story,waiting for the next one. Keep them coming.

[Pam Shelton-Anderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book in a good series is one of the better ones. I always find it interesting as to how survivors of an apocalyptic event would organize and function, especially with other groups and this was very plausible. The action moved along well and finally Taggart seems to be identified as a factor in the overall story of the Clan. The end sets up the coming confrontation with both the invaders and those that want to subjugate the survivors.

[Wancket Enterprises · Rating 5 out of 5]

Better

This series just keeps getting better and better. Looking forward to more. Great work authors. Hurry with the next book please.

[RJ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Now that the Clan has defeated Peter and his White Stag townsfolk they are able to relax just a bit and enjoy their new freedom. Relaxation would not last long though as living in the apocalypse required constant vigilance, maintenance, and updates to the community. A trader traveling through the area shocked Clan members with his transportation. The trader came rolling through the gate in an F-250 pick-up pulling a trailer containing a wood burning contraption. The wood burning furnace, called a gasifier, was the fuel that powered the vehicle instead of gasoline. A deal was quickly construed for the trader to bring them a gasifier in the spring when he came through again. Cassy, community leader together with the community council members decided it would be beneficial to mount a trading mission immediately to the town where the gasifiers were constructed instead of waiting until next spring. This would also be an opportunity to make new friends and establish allies to strengthen their defense. Should the trader come through with another gasifier all the better. The Clan remained alert for any sign or news of trouble heading their way; the confrontation with Peter and White Stag was still fresh in their minds. The military was out there and they should be making plans to oppose the invaders in the West. This too was on Cassy’s radar as a potential threat. Within the community a stranger named Nestor dwelt. Nestor was a dual personality psychopath. When the “other” came to the forefront he became a mass murderer hearing the sounds of battle as a symphony and the people as actors on the stage. Nestor was definitely a problem. All these issues besides the day-to-day running of the farm and the community were a constant drain on Cassy’s mental and physical state. This is Cassy’s story and the Clan; Cassy’s Clan. Kevin Pierce is wonderful as usual.

[Robert Chapman · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the fourth book in the Dark New World series. I read the first three books some time ago and I was pleased to see the fourth book released.

In this installment we find the clan has regrouped after the near ending of the clan at hands of the White Stag crew lead by the vicious Peter.

The clan is now focused on forging relationships with near by groups of survivors for the benefits of both trade and security.

It's becoming very clear that the Empire is coming and the next big battle looms in the upcoming fifth book.

[JOHN F LYSAUGHT · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome series


Great book. Great story line that pulls you in. Characters at e good and tips on survival are fit into the story Recommend the whole series.