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EMP Aftermath #3
Retribution
Three years after the EMP attack brought America to its knees, the Miller family has finally put the worst of the disaster behind them. While modern conveniences like electricity, telephones, and running vehicles are a distant memory, they have turned their West Virginia homestead into a productive and self-sustaining farm. Life is hard, but there is food on the table and they have hope for the future.
Kenny Miller, soon to be eighteen, is ready to become a man in his own right. Engaged to Sarah, a beautiful young woman from a nearby farm, he plans on starting a family of his own next fall. Sarah and Kenny work hard, save their money, and make sacrifices so they can start off their life together right. Disaster strikes, and Sarah is placed in terrible danger far from Kenny. In a world with no law and order, justice is dispensed from the barrel of a gun. How far will Kenny go to get her back?
Meanwhile, Chief Bud Howell is ready to hang his hat up and retire, but an old friend calls on him in his hour of need. A plot is uncovered that puts the future of everyone in West Virginia at stake. Can Chief Howell summon the strength to solve one last crime, perhaps the most important of his career?
Kenny Miller, soon to be eighteen, is ready to become a man in his own right. Engaged to Sarah, a beautiful young woman from a nearby farm, he plans on starting a family of his own next fall. Sarah and Kenny work hard, save their money, and make sacrifices so they can start off their life together right. Disaster strikes, and Sarah is placed in terrible danger far from Kenny. In a world with no law and order, justice is dispensed from the barrel of a gun. How far will Kenny go to get her back?
Meanwhile, Chief Bud Howell is ready to hang his hat up and retire, but an old friend calls on him in his hour of need. A plot is uncovered that puts the future of everyone in West Virginia at stake. Can Chief Howell summon the strength to solve one last crime, perhaps the most important of his career?
153 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 20, 2017
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John Winchester
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June 16, 2017
Unrealistic
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I found this book to be a well written adventure story but totally unrealistic as part of a trilogy with the same characters from books one and two. In book one Amy's fear of even holding a gun is brought up repeatedly. The idea of her having become hardened to the levels described in this book compared to the woman she was last described as being is just way too big a stretch, especially with no information on anything that she's been through to change her this much is just totally unrealistic.
** SPOILERS AHEAD **
I found this book to be a well written adventure story but totally unrealistic as part of a trilogy with the same characters from books one and two. In book one Amy's fear of even holding a gun is brought up repeatedly. The idea of her having become hardened to the levels described in this book compared to the woman she was last described as being is just way too big a stretch, especially with no information on anything that she's been through to change her this much is just totally unrealistic.
June 30, 2017
This was a very fast paced book with a good plot line. I hate thugs. I really hate post-apocalyptic thugs that try to control the world and it is lots of fun to see them get what they deserve. Amy (Kenny's mom) has changed a lot. I kind of remember that she was very timid in the start of the series and now she kicks butt as well as her son. Probably the apocalypse provides a steep learning curve.
August 3, 2020
Got to love the characters!
It was an EMP apocalypse and even the cockroaches came out to feast! Retribution brings closure in a book full of action and twists and even a HEA! Beautifully written and balanced it caused a near adrenaline rush once or twice. Killing off Wyatt was a blow. But oh my has Amy ever changed! I loved all of the ending to this story, it was a real pleasure to read.
It was an EMP apocalypse and even the cockroaches came out to feast! Retribution brings closure in a book full of action and twists and even a HEA! Beautifully written and balanced it caused a near adrenaline rush once or twice. Killing off Wyatt was a blow. But oh my has Amy ever changed! I loved all of the ending to this story, it was a real pleasure to read.
August 3, 2017
I always wanted to know how people went on after the EMP. This book takes places 3 years later and people are starting to adapt. Along comes an evil, grasping politician. I loved that idea instead of the gangs and criminals that are usual in these days after books. I just wish this wasn't the last in the series.
May 28, 2017
Retribution
Another fine read of the emp aftermath series, love the character's, it's adventurous,and a compelling book. Worth the read. Well done !!!
Another fine read of the emp aftermath series, love the character's, it's adventurous,and a compelling book. Worth the read. Well done !!!
June 16, 2017
Retribution
Vert well written. Few typos and fewer syntax errors. Really an enjoyable read. I recommend this book to all pleasure readers.
Vert well written. Few typos and fewer syntax errors. Really an enjoyable read. I recommend this book to all pleasure readers.
July 22, 2017
Hope for the future!
Loved this series. I feel like my family went through the fires of hell and came out better for it. Wonderfully gifted writer!
Loved this series. I feel like my family went through the fires of hell and came out better for it. Wonderfully gifted writer!
July 26, 2017
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.
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Characters are realistic and get better and better. Storyline continues to grow and develop.
February 6, 2018
Great read!
Fantastic conclusion to a fantastic series. If you like survival type/end of the world type books you will absolute love this series. I couldn’t put the books down.
Fantastic conclusion to a fantastic series. If you like survival type/end of the world type books you will absolute love this series. I couldn’t put the books down.
February 26, 2018
Retribution review
Retribution is the third fast-paced and exciting post apocalyptic book in the EMP Aftermath series written by author John Winchester.
Retribution is the third fast-paced and exciting post apocalyptic book in the EMP Aftermath series written by author John Winchester.
October 1, 2018
This was a nice conclusion to the series. Still not the best apocalyptic series I have read, but I enjoyed it.
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June 2, 2019This book was good, it kept my interest, but it wasn't great.
August 23, 2019
The finale of a three part story. More EMP aftermath. I enjoyed the series immensely. The characters are very relatable.
June 21, 2020
Continuing
A good story continues. The next book is in line and I am eagerly anxious to get into it. So this is short but anyone who likes genre will enjoy this series.
A good story continues. The next book is in line and I am eagerly anxious to get into it. So this is short but anyone who likes genre will enjoy this series.
July 19, 2020
I’ve enjoyed this series from the beginning. John Winchester’s writing always leaves me excited to read on. Highly recommend!
Tony Mastrolacasa, Author, EMP: Collateral Darkness.
Tony Mastrolacasa, Author, EMP: Collateral Darkness.
July 23, 2020
Excellent series
Loved this series of books ! I have it 5stars because I could not give it ten ! It has well written characters and explores believable situation !
Loved this series of books ! I have it 5stars because I could not give it ten ! It has well written characters and explores believable situation !
June 16, 2022
Captivating
Once again, you can't seem to leave the story. It continues to draw your attention and want to keep the story going.
Once again, you can't seem to leave the story. It continues to draw your attention and want to keep the story going.
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