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The Survivalist #8
Home Invasion
Morgan and his extended family could see the light at the end of the tunnel, dim though it may be. There was the promise of power once again. The plant was being repaired and it looked as though it may actually run. While it meant lots of hard sweaty work, the reward was worth the investment. The farm was growing strong and community involvement was good. People were finally coming to terms with the fact that they needed to work together. So far, Mother Nature had been on their side. But that too was about to change.
There was no shortage of problems. There were those in town with their own plans. And those plans did not include Sheriff Morgan Carter. For the most part, Morgan ignored the issue, thinking it would simply go away. But that was not to be. He would have to face it head on; and it just may cost him his life.
As serious as the issues in town were, there were other, much larger problems brewing. These were beyond his control. They were beyond the control of the entire community, even if they were banded together. And Morgan would not be able to simply ignore them either. There were forces converging on Central Florida that would bring back the uncertainty that only recently appeared to be vanquished. Only this time, it would be far worse than a rogue band of Federal Agents. War was coming, and with it, death. It would test them all.
311 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 26, 2017
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About the author
A. American
24 books779 followersCHRIS WEATHERMAN, also known as ANGERY AMERICAN, is the author of twenty-two published works, including USA Today Best Sellers Forsaking Home and Resurrecting Home. His books include the Survivalist Series, a sensational hit that began with the first book in the series, Going Home, and has sold more than one million copies worldwide. Chris’ latest release, Engineering Home, was #1 on Amazon New Releases Charts in Dystopian Fiction and Dystopian Science Fiction at its debut. It was also #2 on the Amazon Best Seller Chart only behind George Orwell’s 1984 upon Engineering Home’s release.
Chris appeared in season one of History Channel’s Alone series. He has been involved in prepping for over thirty years and practices primitive skills as well as modern survival that focuses on being prepared with the proper equipment. He travels the country appearing at expos and prepper-focused events to meet with readers, sign books and occasionally speak. In addition to these events, his travels also allow him to meet and train with instructors and students all over the country on preparedness and homestead design covering everything from food production to security.
As a trade Chris worked in the power industry for nearly twenty years building power plants and performing line work for power companies. He worked his way up to be the commissioning and start-up supervisor for many of these projects and has a solid understanding of power generation and distribution.
Chris currently lives in Florida on the edge of the Ocala National Forest with his wife of twenty-six years and his thirteen year old daughter Little Bit.
Chris appeared in season one of History Channel’s Alone series. He has been involved in prepping for over thirty years and practices primitive skills as well as modern survival that focuses on being prepared with the proper equipment. He travels the country appearing at expos and prepper-focused events to meet with readers, sign books and occasionally speak. In addition to these events, his travels also allow him to meet and train with instructors and students all over the country on preparedness and homestead design covering everything from food production to security.
As a trade Chris worked in the power industry for nearly twenty years building power plants and performing line work for power companies. He worked his way up to be the commissioning and start-up supervisor for many of these projects and has a solid understanding of power generation and distribution.
Chris currently lives in Florida on the edge of the Ocala National Forest with his wife of twenty-six years and his thirteen year old daughter Little Bit.
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June 11, 2017
Shame
I was hooked on this series. But it has become just banter between sarge and the guys. No real solutions or improvements to the "homestead" the towns are left in the same place as the last book and Morgan yet again survives an ordeal that would have killed 10 other men. I'm done with this series, it's become a pepper type A personality wet dream. Not realistic or informative at all (the other books had recommendations on gear, and survival bits). A shame too because he had a good deal going.
I was hooked on this series. But it has become just banter between sarge and the guys. No real solutions or improvements to the "homestead" the towns are left in the same place as the last book and Morgan yet again survives an ordeal that would have killed 10 other men. I'm done with this series, it's become a pepper type A personality wet dream. Not realistic or informative at all (the other books had recommendations on gear, and survival bits). A shame too because he had a good deal going.
September 2, 2017
Too Short, Too Boring
Sarge is just rude all the time now with no redeeming qualities & apparently doesn't want 2 share his coffee w/ even Mel.
The men roughhouse way 2 much now. It is boring, getting old, & juvenile.
Apparently the author doesn't know how to write about relationships between men & women. He could have covered all the relationships & especially the developing ones.
He also could have wrote more about what each person was thinking & feeling.
Even some of the people outside of the main group.
The relationship Mel has with her Husband is so boring & the women have no life apparently, but cooking.
All Mel gets is a man who leaves early & comes home after she is already asleep & they have no talks besides hi & bye & stay safe & Mel getting constant slaps on the butt. Even the way her husband attempts to initiate sex is just boring & stupid & would turn most women off.
This was the worst book in the series..
No depth. No other persons view on things. Boring. Rushed. Sarge has gotten too juvenile & rude & violent & so have the rest of the men.
Just few if any adult conversations in any depth.
A. American has always been a favorite author of mine.
One more book like this & I doubt I will give him another chance.
Also each book needs to be longer & more engaging & more broadly written.
Sarge is just rude all the time now with no redeeming qualities & apparently doesn't want 2 share his coffee w/ even Mel.
The men roughhouse way 2 much now. It is boring, getting old, & juvenile.
Apparently the author doesn't know how to write about relationships between men & women. He could have covered all the relationships & especially the developing ones.
He also could have wrote more about what each person was thinking & feeling.
Even some of the people outside of the main group.
The relationship Mel has with her Husband is so boring & the women have no life apparently, but cooking.
All Mel gets is a man who leaves early & comes home after she is already asleep & they have no talks besides hi & bye & stay safe & Mel getting constant slaps on the butt. Even the way her husband attempts to initiate sex is just boring & stupid & would turn most women off.
This was the worst book in the series..
No depth. No other persons view on things. Boring. Rushed. Sarge has gotten too juvenile & rude & violent & so have the rest of the men.
Just few if any adult conversations in any depth.
A. American has always been a favorite author of mine.
One more book like this & I doubt I will give him another chance.
Also each book needs to be longer & more engaging & more broadly written.
December 26, 2023
As the challenges continue to mount and food becomes more of an issue, the group now faces a group of outsiders lead by Porky who are looking to run the show.
As a tropical storm bears down on Florida, the group faces yet more challenges.
As a tropical storm bears down on Florida, the group faces yet more challenges.
April 12, 2024
Excellent read, the character’s all work towards a common goal while striving to maintain food for their tight knit community. Concerns for the simple things we take for granted ….community safety, running water, cell phones, food, medical facilities, electricity, air conditioning - all effect morale of a person yet this group works and lives and eats as a solid unit……something we’ve lost as Americans…..
Highly recommend everyone should read the entire series.,
Highly recommend everyone should read the entire series.,
May 28, 2017
After setting the FEMA camp free from DHS control things settled down into a somewhat normal life for Morgan and his friends. The community was working together for the most part to bring in a good crop of vegetables for everyone to share. Then a group of strangers show up that upset their fragile new world.
American’s eighth novel in The Survivalist Series, Home Invasion, follows Morgan and his group as they confront an enemy that is beyond their capabilities to defend against. Are they going to have to run to survive this new threat? What about the threat from the West coast?
This realistic tale of what could happen should an EMP disable the USA is a very compelling read.
5 out of 5 stars.
American’s eighth novel in The Survivalist Series, Home Invasion, follows Morgan and his group as they confront an enemy that is beyond their capabilities to defend against. Are they going to have to run to survive this new threat? What about the threat from the West coast?
This realistic tale of what could happen should an EMP disable the USA is a very compelling read.
5 out of 5 stars.
August 24, 2017
Not quite as good as usual. This installment turned out to be more of a setup for book 9. Still, it was very well written and had more humor than usual, which was fun (I can never get enough of Top). Nevertheless, it was lacking in the usual high-intensity action battles and drama. I can still appreciate the story of life after the collapse and realistic depiction of actual day-to-day necessities, but it still felt like he split the plot in half to keep from being longer. Still looking forward to book 9, though. Should be a good one.
June 2, 2017
Anxious for Next in Series
Hope the next comes out soon! Once you start this book, you got to finish. Each book in the series is great.
Hope the next comes out soon! Once you start this book, you got to finish. Each book in the series is great.
May 18, 2017
During a national crisis, will you be part of the problem of part of the solution?
This is the first A American book I've read. I thought it was the first in the series; however, there were too many references to past events, that were not explained. To avoid gaps and confusion in the story line. I highly recommend reading the series in order. The book started out a little slow. In the beginning, the story was more like reading a script rather than a book. However, the author got more descriptive as the book progressed, so don't give up on the story. My favorite thing about the story is that it's about every day people. Some step up to the challenge of creating a "new normal" for the betterment of everyone. Others, their darker, self-centered personalities are revealed, with some very frightening results. The book is very realistic in showing that when rebuilding a society, previous social rules about right and wrong are tested and revised every day. Over all the book was written well enough and was thought provoking enough to make me want to read more about the rebuilding of America. However, as a stand alone book, I wouldn't recommend as there were too many unexplained events and people's histories.
This is the first A American book I've read. I thought it was the first in the series; however, there were too many references to past events, that were not explained. To avoid gaps and confusion in the story line. I highly recommend reading the series in order. The book started out a little slow. In the beginning, the story was more like reading a script rather than a book. However, the author got more descriptive as the book progressed, so don't give up on the story. My favorite thing about the story is that it's about every day people. Some step up to the challenge of creating a "new normal" for the betterment of everyone. Others, their darker, self-centered personalities are revealed, with some very frightening results. The book is very realistic in showing that when rebuilding a society, previous social rules about right and wrong are tested and revised every day. Over all the book was written well enough and was thought provoking enough to make me want to read more about the rebuilding of America. However, as a stand alone book, I wouldn't recommend as there were too many unexplained events and people's histories.
September 23, 2019
I like this series, as it has me thinking again of the importance of preparedness for any unseen situation. I enjoy the plot aspect that it is happening to a “regular American family” merely trying to cope with the complete upheaval an EMP attack or large solar flare could cause.
The enormous amounts of grammatical errors, words left out or repeated and misspellings is very distracting. Plot does not flow. Some characters not well developed or, like Sarge, overdeveloped into a negative bullying persona. The anal and oral sex jokes are a bit much-could be toned down to make room for creative plot development.
Whoever is supposed to be proof reading and editing this book was asleep on the job. The previous books had some of those same editing problems but this book is by far the worst yet, concerning a lack of skilled proof reading.
Otherwise, I enjoy the series and am drawn to continue the books...
The enormous amounts of grammatical errors, words left out or repeated and misspellings is very distracting. Plot does not flow. Some characters not well developed or, like Sarge, overdeveloped into a negative bullying persona. The anal and oral sex jokes are a bit much-could be toned down to make room for creative plot development.
Whoever is supposed to be proof reading and editing this book was asleep on the job. The previous books had some of those same editing problems but this book is by far the worst yet, concerning a lack of skilled proof reading.
Otherwise, I enjoy the series and am drawn to continue the books...
January 28, 2019
One of the best apocalypse/survival series on the market IMHO. While survival was looking up and the community was working together, there were other problems that could not be solved so easily. DHS was no longer the big problem that it had been. Now there were other even bigger problems soon to come their way. Russians and Cubans were landing and attacking the east coast while the Chinese were doing the same on the west coast. These were trained, battle-hardened troops and they were giving what was left of our Army and Navy nightmares. What couldn’t be stopped on the water made their way inland coming upon our civilian militia. This may be the ultimate fight for survival because if we can’t stop these invaders it may all be over for us. Will our cast of characters survive this new world?
September 5, 2017
Editing was poor, there were missing words here and there. The verbiage didn't flow as well as the previous books. This one contained a lot of back/forth witty repartee mostly between military guys - lots of cussing. yeah I was in the military and yeah we cussed a lot. But if a lot of this had been cut out of the story there would have been more room for survivalist type stuff. From what I could discern surfing, he self published this one so wouldn't have an editor, or at least not a good one. Definitely it came down a peg or two in my overall appreciation for the series. Probably wont read any more of them.
December 2, 2024
Sometimes you need a good setup book during a long running series. This part of the story rides along with little things like getting a judge for the town, farming troubles, news of the Russian/Cuban invasion, mentions of John Jacob Schmidt and Radio Free Redoubt (look up AMRRON and Radio Free Redoubt on the web. They really exist!), and general upkeep of the series. This book sets the scenes for the next book rather well. It was a good break between crisis after crises. In my mind, it added some much needed realism in the body of mundane issues instead of always taking on DHS or other "super villains."
October 15, 2020
What would happen next if there was an EMP (electro magnetic pulse, knocking out all things electrical)? This series addresses the challenges and opportunities, through the eyes of a small cast of characters first trying to get home to Florida, then dealing with loss of conventional transportation (cars, trucks, etc). No electricity means that people will have to grow their own food and remain tied to the land, while fending off those who want something for nothing and are often willing to take your life to get what they want or need. Here in volume 8, the cast of characters are doing well at the start of the story, farming, defending their land and people, and yet, nature and unfriendlies continue to threaten their existence. This is the first volume in the series to deal with more nationwide and world situations, which begin to impinge upon their recovery and survival. A. American, a pseudonymn, provides colorful dialogue and twists and turns that keep interest level in the story sufficiently high. These novels could use some editing for typos and repeated words, lines out of joint, but it's a minor flaw to tolerate. I've read other post apocalyptic series and this is one of the better ones. I like the characters and much of what happens is entirely believable. Watch for some rough language and occasional violence, but, hey, it's a post apocalyptic world and anything can happen.
July 10, 2018
This continues the series with a lot of day to day, reestablishing community issues. There are several times that threads seem to be abandoned. I do like the interesting survival tidbits which almost make up for the excessive male trash 'bonding'. As much as I enjoy the quirky characters, their ribald bashing each other gets a little tedious.
There are several confrontations in town and for the military contingent to address. These add good action although they are disjointed. The author pulls in extreme international threats to keep tension on the characters. This creates a build up for the next story... which I hope has more substance even though it's likely to become less plausible. The work is entertaining if not enthralling.
Audio Notes: Duke Fontaine does his usual good job of narrating all the character voices. He provides good energy that makes this a good listen.
My rating: Story 3.75; Narration 4.25.
There are several confrontations in town and for the military contingent to address. These add good action although they are disjointed. The author pulls in extreme international threats to keep tension on the characters. This creates a build up for the next story... which I hope has more substance even though it's likely to become less plausible. The work is entertaining if not enthralling.
Audio Notes: Duke Fontaine does his usual good job of narrating all the character voices. He provides good energy that makes this a good listen.
My rating: Story 3.75; Narration 4.25.
October 29, 2023
I finished book 8 of the Going Home series, "Home Invasion" (2017). The disaster that has befallen America is being taken advantage of by foreign enemies, to include Russia and China with a little help from Cuba. The stakes are higher because of that but there's still local problems to deal with.
There were some grammar errors in this one as well as the last two that weren't there in the first few books. Minor stuff like punctuation errors for the most part but also using the wrong homophone more than once. There was also an instance of a minor character who is introduced as "Shawn" but is later "Sean". Another part makes reference to the protagonist, Morgan, having a run in with someone but the run in is never portrayed in the book. These errors aren't enough to ruin the story but I did notice them.
I'm almost caught up with the series, at least as far as it's been written, and aside from the grammar errors I already mentioned, I've been enjoying the reread completely.
There were some grammar errors in this one as well as the last two that weren't there in the first few books. Minor stuff like punctuation errors for the most part but also using the wrong homophone more than once. There was also an instance of a minor character who is introduced as "Shawn" but is later "Sean". Another part makes reference to the protagonist, Morgan, having a run in with someone but the run in is never portrayed in the book. These errors aren't enough to ruin the story but I did notice them.
I'm almost caught up with the series, at least as far as it's been written, and aside from the grammar errors I already mentioned, I've been enjoying the reread completely.
October 25, 2018
This story wasn't as good as the others I have read so far but it was still entertaining enough that I will continue with the series. The worst part is once again the errors in the book. Just reading it and not concentrating on trying to edit the book I found over 300 errors. Most are things like a period when there should be a comma, or capitalizing things that should not be capitalized.
e.g. "Yes we really should," He said. instead of "Yes we really should," he said.
Plus the way some book sections have the same types of errors repeatedly, yet other parts do not have them almost makes me wonder if there are actually two different people writing these books. Even his dog's name is sometimes written as "Meathead" and other times as "Meat Head".
e.g. "Yes we really should," He said. instead of "Yes we really should," he said.
Plus the way some book sections have the same types of errors repeatedly, yet other parts do not have them almost makes me wonder if there are actually two different people writing these books. Even his dog's name is sometimes written as "Meathead" and other times as "Meat Head".
May 21, 2019
I liked the aspect of this book where you can see that the country is somewhat starting to adapt to the "new normal" and try to improve upon what's currently happening, rather than just trying to survive. I feel like it's the first book in the series where we're seeing some growth like that.
Unfortunately, the grammar, spelling, and punctuation continues to be really bad. This guy should have paid me $100 to edit his book and I could've done a hell of a better job than whoever actually did it lol.
Now I'm gonna try to finish the last 2 that are still left so I can finally put this series to a close.
Unfortunately, the grammar, spelling, and punctuation continues to be really bad. This guy should have paid me $100 to edit his book and I could've done a hell of a better job than whoever actually did it lol.
Now I'm gonna try to finish the last 2 that are still left so I can finally put this series to a close.
September 16, 2025
I like this series because it addresses real life scenarios that might occur in the aftermath of events that would take modern technology away from most of society. Somehow, only North America is affected by a high energy EMP that has wiped out out technological advantage and the aftermath has pretty much wiped out modern US infrastructure. This series looks at one small Florida enclave's methods of living in a manner that harkens to frontier times. I'm not sure how realistic it is but it does address some of the problems and the expeditious ways to solve them. There's no zombies but somehow, it's more frightening without them.
October 17, 2018
While I really enjoy this series, and the way folk deal with life without power/water and normal life, this book seems to be setting up the next part of the series. It looks like the simplicity of just surviving and all its challenges is going to evolve into a USA, republicans vs the world. I do hope that Morgan and crew are not expected to keep the Chinese, Russians and Cuban at bay. A great series, but is it running out of idea's (plausible ones)? Still invested a lot of time, and enjoyed so far, so will keep on with the series.
November 20, 2019
Book #1 is mainly about him getting home. Book #2 is mainly about them surviving their neighborhood. Book #3 is mainly about them surviving in the woods. Book #4 is mainly about them surviving the DHS camp nearby. Book #5 is mainly about them surviving back in their old neighborhood and a huge forest fire. Book #6 is mainly about them surviving old (and new) enemies. Book #7 is mainly about them surviving the DHS (again).
This one is mainly about them surviving new enemies in town as well as invaders from other countries.
This one is mainly about them surviving new enemies in town as well as invaders from other countries.
May 7, 2017
Not a bad read, but also not as good as earlier books in this series. There's a lkt of ball bustung between the characters which gets tiresome. I know its a time honored tradition among soldiers, but it seems like every chapter has them doing it. I dont know if its filler, the author finds it funny, or what, but its a bit much.
Otherwise, its still a good book and I'll continu reading the series.
Otherwise, its still a good book and I'll continu reading the series.
June 29, 2017
Another installment in an epic series
This series is an exciting, well written, thought provoking thrill ride. The characters are well rounded, people that I would hope to have in my group in a shtf situation. The situation in the series is frighteningly realistic, especially given the ongoing political instability that we are in the world today. I highly recommend this series and honestly, everything else this author has written as well.
This series is an exciting, well written, thought provoking thrill ride. The characters are well rounded, people that I would hope to have in my group in a shtf situation. The situation in the series is frighteningly realistic, especially given the ongoing political instability that we are in the world today. I highly recommend this series and honestly, everything else this author has written as well.
August 3, 2017
This was a great series that is getting tired. Not much happens in this book that advances the story of Morgan and his friends. AA is better than this. Either he is bored with the story or I am. Same results.
I had 25 hours spent either on planes or waiting in airports last week and read nine PA novels. Several by new indie authors and this was the bottom of the heap. I will try the next book but no more if it is like this one.
I had 25 hours spent either on planes or waiting in airports last week and read nine PA novels. Several by new indie authors and this was the bottom of the heap. I will try the next book but no more if it is like this one.
November 16, 2017
A. American is one of my favorite authors but he has fallen in love with one of his more unlikable characters, namely Sarge. I got tired of all the childish antics and foul language from Sarge. Was that supposed to add humor to the story? I don't mind foul language as part of a character but is Sarge used as a way to spice up the story? Is the author indicating Sarge has dementia? Don't think I'll bother with the next book in this series.
May 5, 2017
Love this series and look forward to many more to come. They are like family to us that read this great series!
Love the characters, love this series. When things calm down for the group it would be nice to see weddings and extensions of their lives including Thad,Mary, Sarge, Kay jamie, aric, jess, ronnie begin their lives together.
Love the characters, love this series. When things calm down for the group it would be nice to see weddings and extensions of their lives including Thad,Mary, Sarge, Kay jamie, aric, jess, ronnie begin their lives together.
June 17, 2017
Great Read
As with all of the book's in this series, this book was an excellent read. The characters actions and reactions were right on in relation to situation given. As with all of the previous books in this series, once I started to read it, it was hard to put it down. Left me wishing I had the next book to continue with the story.
As with all of the book's in this series, this book was an excellent read. The characters actions and reactions were right on in relation to situation given. As with all of the previous books in this series, once I started to read it, it was hard to put it down. Left me wishing I had the next book to continue with the story.
June 29, 2017
Their Story Continues, As good as ever
Another great addition to the series. Lots of action, without being too tech or prepper. A well written saga of ordinary people in a very unordinary situation. Enough detail to satisfy but not so much that it's a chore, a tough balance to keep. Take the time and read the whole series, it's far better that way. Can't wait till the next one.
Another great addition to the series. Lots of action, without being too tech or prepper. A well written saga of ordinary people in a very unordinary situation. Enough detail to satisfy but not so much that it's a chore, a tough balance to keep. Take the time and read the whole series, it's far better that way. Can't wait till the next one.
January 6, 2018
This is another in the series of books that tell the story of a man and his family surviving in the ruins of a country impacted by an EMP. Readers of the series will enjoy the continuing tale. Not a book you want to start without reading the earlier books. there's just too much that depends on the relationships and storyline that has come befoer.
February 7, 2018
Morgan didn’t ask for his position, he was stuck with it. And, true to his nature, he takes his responsibility seriously. Sarge is, well, Sarge. All the residents of their little neighborhood tribe to make a new normal, even as those outside try and tear it down. Sickness, death, and destruction does not tear this neighborhood apart; it only strengthens them. A great work!
March 28, 2019
A good addition to the series
There is a lot to like in Home Invasion though at novel opportunity to see sound ideas starting to spread out. My thoughts are several of the installments might have been better packaged together in the later volumes and a few thoughts more deeply explored. Still a good read!
There is a lot to like in Home Invasion though at novel opportunity to see sound ideas starting to spread out. My thoughts are several of the installments might have been better packaged together in the later volumes and a few thoughts more deeply explored. Still a good read!
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