Outside the Fire: An Economic Collapse Story

by Boyd Craven

The Taylor family thought they were prepared for everything… but they never could have expected their readiness would make them target #1.

Steve Taylor did everything he could to protect his family from what he saw as a weakening dollar and looming economic collapse. But when disaster finally arrives, the Taylors find that they’re not prepared for the enemies that emerge within their own suburban subdivision.

The neighbors and HOA are already sore at the Taylors, but as things go from bad to worse, Steve and Amber Taylor must do all they can to keep their family healthy, happy and safe. Realizing they can’t survive alone, they work to mend relationships. But there’s another community out there preying on the fringes of the subdivision. The real question Will help arrive before time runs out?

Genres: Post Apocalyptic

320 pages, Paperback

Published June 26, 2018

Reviews

[Kim]

Really enjoyed this book

I really enjoyed this book .And I have never left a review on a book before other than giving it how many stars I thought it was worth .But this book came out in 2018 it is now 2022 and there is still no 2 nd book for this story which when I bought it I thought it was a single book story. But it ended with a cliff hanger and to many lose ends.So will there ever be second book to this story?

[Cheryl]

Rip Off

This book is just another version of so many others. Nothing new and the author can't seem to keep track of his characters or their relationship to the protagonist. The author should stick his political jabs where the sun doesn't shine. Waste of time. Don't bother!

[Sarahtar]

My first Boyd Craven, won't be my last. Where's the sequel, though, my man?

[Pam Shelton-Anderson]

This author always does a great job with his characters and enough detail about how they are prepping/surviving without bogging down the story. This scenario borders on quite scary in the current state of affairs. My biggest quibble are some errors, particularly where James (the pastor) and Joseph were being confused in action and dialogue just after the destruction of the church. I hope there is going to be a book two!

[Logan Streondj]

An excellent post apoc book with a new spin that involves a slow economic collapse.
The family prepares but the community doesn't and while they managed to get food for their church didn't get ready in any other way.
Yeah, certainly fairly realistic, and many mistakes and lessons to learn to be had.

I'd recommend it as a more realistic kinda post apoc book. But for me personally I feel not nearly enough spirituality and agrarian organizing.

[Scott &]

Wish this was a series

A very relevant story in today’s world. I am hoping that Boyd writes another and turns this into a series. This shows the difference, starkly, between those who plan and those who do not. This will play out many times over if this scenario ever happens. Loved the characters in this book. Highly recommend this book. A good read

[Vickii Bendit]

Craven has a masterful way with words. We follow the Taylor family and their friends through trying times. The economy hits the bucket, and their neighbors have turned spiteful words and HOA proceedings into a fine art form. I can barely wait for the next book to come out.

[Tom Kuchen]

Just like always,

Craven writes an action packed story that you never want to end. The story is great and the interplay between the characters keeps everything interesting. Really a good job!

[Valerie]

Good story

Finally a good story that is not a long drawn out trilogy. This story may continue but the meat is all there, shit happens & we need to prepare. Depending on others to save does not always work, we need to be responsible for ourselves.

[Kathryn Parker]

Riveting

I could not put this book down. Very relevent to current events in 2022. Not only is the story fascinating, there were good ideas to implement. My only negative comment is that proofreading was lacking. Several times the wrong person was mentioned or quoted.

[Earlleen Lloyd]

This book has it all. I enjoyed the characters and the story.

I love a really good story. It has good character development and is informative also. It has a lot of action but it is balanced by the story line

[Boyd J. Allen]

More realistic than I thought it would be, I enjoyed it a lot.

There were elements to the prepper situation that I hadn't thought of. It gave me ideas and got me thinking. I am looking forward to the next book.

[Bonnie munn asido]

This is so well done, it is scary!

I need a next novel to know what happened! Please write it fast!!!
Tell everyone there is hope even if you do not have tons of money and guns! Make sure there are survivors.

[Jennifer]

So Good

Yes, it was such a good read I stayed up late to finish it. Great characters and such a sold plot line. I can't wait to read the next book.

[Alan Lee Jennings]

New

Loved it always a good book with craven on it . But what do you do when I have read them all?

[Clare C]

Really enjoyed...

Can hardly wait for the next book...the characters are interesting and realistic. My husband and I both enjoy the writing and story lines.

[scott Johnson]

Wow!

Another great book from Boyd Craven. A must read, little different start than most post apocalyptic stories but perfect! Can not wait for part 2!!

[Uncle Dave Avis]

I really enjoyed this one. It has many fascets, but mostly it is a family survival story with good strong characters. I highly recommend this read!

[Debbie Poole]

Outside of fire

Another great series in the making, boy d craven never disappoints, so read it it's well worth the read .

[Joseph C Smiley]

Great read

Can’t wait for the next installment. Hope it comes soon. The realism keeps me up at night. This could/will happen.

[Tina Cook]

Awesome

Love the story! Great characters and plot. I felt like I was part of their lives. Keep an coming sir!

[Anna mccall]

More

Great book hope you have one after this one it will be a long wait for me. Please hurry and get er done.

[michael r hyer]

Outside the Fire

Loved the Taylor family and Dwight. Kept me up almost all night. Hoping there will be a sequel. Can’t wait to see what happens next.

[Alice Atwood]

Great read

A very realistic view of what could happen when something happens to a area and the grid and food gets scare.

[Holly]

just wow

Great story and now awaiting the next book, I hope there is at least 2 or 3 books in this series.

[Rodger Carty]

Entertaining story. Scarily parallelling current events, but I suppose what else is new. Some excellent lines. Good dialog, believable characters.

[Brian Quick]

This could have been about my family

This book mirrored my girls and wife if this situation were to happen. Wish it could have continued. Feels unresolved.