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Ava's Crucible #3
United We Stand
The worst has happened. Texas has fallen. It’s up to Ava to get it back.
Without the support of Lone Star State, the Alliance has no hope against the powerful and corrupt regime which has hijacked the majority of the United States.
Still mourning her loss, Ava has seen more death and destruction than she ever bargained for. She’s finished with fighting, but she may hold the key to America’s survival.
An unexpected visitor implores her to take on one last impossible task. If she turns down the request, it could spell the end of freedom and the Alliance, but if she accepts the challenge, victory is by no means guaranteed.
Ava has endured as much heartache as she can handle, but if America dies, if the Alliance fails, things will only get worse. She has to make a choice, and she must act before the clock runs out.
As with all books by Mark Goodwin, this book contains no profanity and no embarrassing sex scenes. However, if you're offended by conservative principles and references to Scripture, this book might not be for you.
Without the support of Lone Star State, the Alliance has no hope against the powerful and corrupt regime which has hijacked the majority of the United States.
Still mourning her loss, Ava has seen more death and destruction than she ever bargained for. She’s finished with fighting, but she may hold the key to America’s survival.
An unexpected visitor implores her to take on one last impossible task. If she turns down the request, it could spell the end of freedom and the Alliance, but if she accepts the challenge, victory is by no means guaranteed.
Ava has endured as much heartache as she can handle, but if America dies, if the Alliance fails, things will only get worse. She has to make a choice, and she must act before the clock runs out.
As with all books by Mark Goodwin, this book contains no profanity and no embarrassing sex scenes. However, if you're offended by conservative principles and references to Scripture, this book might not be for you.
303 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 11, 2018
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About the author
Mark Goodwin
105 books404 followersMark Goodwin is a Christian author and host of the popular Prepper Recon Podcast which interviews patriots, preppers and economists to help people prepare for the uncertain times ahead. His previous fiction series, The Days of Noah spent several months at number one on the Amazon best-sellers list in multiple categories. His first series, The Economic Collapse Chronicles, also hit the Amazon best-sellers list in several categories.
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May 23, 2019
Great series
This is an easy read. The author makes you feel like you are right there in the middle of the story.
This is an easy read. The author makes you feel like you are right there in the middle of the story.
December 1, 2018
Could the events of this book come to pass?
The 21th century in the USA gives us a chance to make America great again. America is divided like no other period in our nation’s history. Socialism is raising it’s ugly head, some people in the liberal party believe that system of government will work here, even as history has proven otherwise.
Conservatism is facing a battle from the Left Wing Party to keep the values of our fore fathers alive and well in the USA. Time will tell us who wins this battle.
The events that are fiction in this novel could actually come to pass.
The 21th century in the USA gives us a chance to make America great again. America is divided like no other period in our nation’s history. Socialism is raising it’s ugly head, some people in the liberal party believe that system of government will work here, even as history has proven otherwise.
Conservatism is facing a battle from the Left Wing Party to keep the values of our fore fathers alive and well in the USA. Time will tell us who wins this battle.
The events that are fiction in this novel could actually come to pass.
April 2, 2021
Ava's thrilling story continues
Ava has been awoken to what being a patriot means and she will again find her truth, skills, and faith tested as her fight for everything she loves will be tested .Mark does a brilliant job.of completing Ava's saga ,k. Fantastic page turning excitement you'll find yourself captivated and !at even catch yourself yelling at the characters through the book .
Ava has been awoken to what being a patriot means and she will again find her truth, skills, and faith tested as her fight for everything she loves will be tested .Mark does a brilliant job.of completing Ava's saga ,k. Fantastic page turning excitement you'll find yourself captivated and !at even catch yourself yelling at the characters through the book .
November 5, 2018
This book was great. I will say not to read this series out of order. The books are more like a new chapter rather than a new book. If you have not read the previous ones, you will not know what is going on. I would like to know what ava and her family and charity do later. It would be interesting to read a book of what happens to them a few years after the war
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May 16, 2019
The Series - Ava's Crucible
I loved this entire series. I couldn't put it down. It was exciting and suspenseful. I love the fact that Mr Goodwin starts every chapter with a Bible verse and the stories have a Christian foundation. I would recommend this to anyone who is looking for good clean literature as an alternative to what's out there these days.
I loved this entire series. I couldn't put it down. It was exciting and suspenseful. I love the fact that Mr Goodwin starts every chapter with a Bible verse and the stories have a Christian foundation. I would recommend this to anyone who is looking for good clean literature as an alternative to what's out there these days.
July 28, 2018
Plenty of Action Salted with Faith
Really enjoyed the whole series. Started with the book of Noah then the Elijah series and wrapped it up with Ava. Mark did a great job of intertwining elements of faith in his stories.
Really enjoyed the whole series. Started with the book of Noah then the Elijah series and wrapped it up with Ava. Mark did a great job of intertwining elements of faith in his stories.
August 3, 2018
Ava's Crucible has been another outstanding series from Mark Goodwin. This series takes a look at American society today and looks at the way things could go in certain circumstances. The realistic nature of the scenario adds so much to the compelling nature of this series.
August 29, 2018
Another Great Mark Goodwin Read!
The end of this series. Hopefully the Nation will come together before anything like these books describe. So grateful for an author who includes scripture and the Lord's miracles in his books!
The end of this series. Hopefully the Nation will come together before anything like these books describe. So grateful for an author who includes scripture and the Lord's miracles in his books!
September 18, 2018
It shows what Gods people can do through him in bad times.
This the sad time this country could face if God not brought back to America. I know the book was fiction p, but it could really happen as this was written.
This the sad time this country could face if God not brought back to America. I know the book was fiction p, but it could really happen as this was written.
October 3, 2018
Ava you will be missed.
Great 3rd book, read this book, follow Ava and friends through the destruction and saving of America as we know it. Then make sure you get the prepper survival instructions. God bless America. Thank you Mr. Goodwin.
Great 3rd book, read this book, follow Ava and friends through the destruction and saving of America as we know it. Then make sure you get the prepper survival instructions. God bless America. Thank you Mr. Goodwin.
December 22, 2018
Another fantastic series
America's second civil war. The scary part? It's not that difficult to imagine it happening! Maybe mankind needs to think of the future and how not to have another civil war.
America's second civil war. The scary part? It's not that difficult to imagine it happening! Maybe mankind needs to think of the future and how not to have another civil war.
January 1, 2019
Mark is a awesome author
Gripping, on the edge of my seat reading. Days of Noah, Days of Elijah. Absolutely some of the best books I’ve ever read. Always waiting on the next set. Mark is right in the mix of what’s happening to our country right now
Gripping, on the edge of my seat reading. Days of Noah, Days of Elijah. Absolutely some of the best books I’ve ever read. Always waiting on the next set. Mark is right in the mix of what’s happening to our country right now
January 12, 2019
Great book, a must read
Like all of the author's books that I have read, which is most of them, this is a great book. I literally felt emotionally tied to some of the characters. I could not put any of the books in the series down.
Like all of the author's books that I have read, which is most of them, this is a great book. I literally felt emotionally tied to some of the characters. I could not put any of the books in the series down.
August 13, 2019
Thrilling , scary, and very real
Watching the news now and the book reflects it too well. This is not a future possibility but rather a prophecy of what lies ahead for these United, divided, states. Unless we “turn from our wicked ways” we will find that we live these pages.
Watching the news now and the book reflects it too well. This is not a future possibility but rather a prophecy of what lies ahead for these United, divided, states. Unless we “turn from our wicked ways” we will find that we live these pages.
May 15, 2020
Hard to put down.
A really good trilogy. Enjoying the Christian foundation. Steady action. Some in this genre read like textbook prepping with some story thrown in. Gets dry and tedious. This series was fun and never dry.
Sorry its done.
A really good trilogy. Enjoying the Christian foundation. Steady action. Some in this genre read like textbook prepping with some story thrown in. Gets dry and tedious. This series was fun and never dry.
Sorry its done.
April 25, 2021
The Republic Lives On
With the strife in the USA going on for years and the division between God loving Patriots and those who have embraced Socialist Propaganda could there be a 2nd Civil War brewing? I’m wondering how these “Last Days” will play out here in America.
With the strife in the USA going on for years and the division between God loving Patriots and those who have embraced Socialist Propaganda could there be a 2nd Civil War brewing? I’m wondering how these “Last Days” will play out here in America.
August 17, 2023
Divided we may fall
Mark applies scripture to potentially catestrophic events for current day America based on actual events and personalities. We need to stand up for Jesus to prevent America's fall. The signs of portent are all around us!
Mark applies scripture to potentially catestrophic events for current day America based on actual events and personalities. We need to stand up for Jesus to prevent America's fall. The signs of portent are all around us!
September 7, 2024
LOTS OD ACTION
Highly satisfied series. Realistic interpretation and plot, great characters, and so many twists and turns that pop up out of the blue make this series a regarded read!
Highly satisfied series. Realistic interpretation and plot, great characters, and so many twists and turns that pop up out of the blue make this series a regarded read!
July 18, 2018
United We Stand is the third post apocalyptic book in the Ava's Crucible series about the second Civil War in America written by author Mark Goodwin.
July 20, 2018
Interesting third book!
This has great characters and Seems Very realistic. We can only hope for such an outcome. Well worth your time!☺
This has great characters and Seems Very realistic. We can only hope for such an outcome. Well worth your time!☺
July 21, 2018
Excellent and timely read!
Very timely and eye opening. Held my interest from the beginning of the roller coaster ride of events. Read all three books in two days!
Very timely and eye opening. Held my interest from the beginning of the roller coaster ride of events. Read all three books in two days!
July 29, 2018
Scary Ending
Provides an example of one possible outcome should there be a true devision of the USA along political lines. A bit simplistic, but effective
Provides an example of one possible outcome should there be a true devision of the USA along political lines. A bit simplistic, but effective
August 17, 2018
This book does not disappoint
I can see the outcome of this book as really happening to the USA. Our division is so deep, it's difficult to imagine us coming together as one.
I can see the outcome of this book as really happening to the USA. Our division is so deep, it's difficult to imagine us coming together as one.
September 6, 2018
Great book
This was a great read
Very intriguing and hard to put down once started..mark has a great way of putting this into real world senarios
This was a great read
Very intriguing and hard to put down once started..mark has a great way of putting this into real world senarios
September 7, 2018
Awesome set of books!
These books read like they are straight out of today's headlines. Mark Goodwin's books books grab you and won't let go.
These books read like they are straight out of today's headlines. Mark Goodwin's books books grab you and won't let go.
September 9, 2018
Great Read!
The story line is captivating and full of action. I really enjoyed reading it. I dont believe the states that stayed neutral would be the southern states though.
The story line is captivating and full of action. I really enjoyed reading it. I dont believe the states that stayed neutral would be the southern states though.
September 30, 2018
The future!
No matter how recently this series was written, the future portrayed looms even closer. These aren't scare tactics but a wake-up call.
No matter how recently this series was written, the future portrayed looms even closer. These aren't scare tactics but a wake-up call.
October 4, 2018
Awesome ending!
Awesome ending to a great series of books and now a big Mark Goodwin fan! I’ll be looking forward to the next series of book made by him!
Awesome ending to a great series of books and now a big Mark Goodwin fan! I’ll be looking forward to the next series of book made by him!
October 18, 2018
United We Stand
I loved this book. I thought it is very well written. I would really enjoy it if you could write one more boogie Ava. Thank you for all you fo.
I loved this book. I thought it is very well written. I would really enjoy it if you could write one more boogie Ava. Thank you for all you fo.
October 23, 2018
Okay Story
The book was good, but not as good as the first one.its hard to believe these were written by the same person.
The book was good, but not as good as the first one.its hard to believe these were written by the same person.
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