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The Tree of Penance: Society Lost, Volume Three
The Tree of Society Lost - Volume Three
From the author of the award-winning apocalyptic Sci-Fi novel, An Apocalyptic Thriller, The New Homefront Series, the Society Lost Series, and Breaking the The Redemption of Joe Branch
The Tree of Penance is the third installment of the post-apocalyptic and dystopian thrill ride of the Society Lost Series! If you like SHTF, TEOTWAWKI, vigilante justice, prepper, dystopian, post-apocalyptic tales filled with action, adventure, tragedy, and triumph, join former Sheriff Jessie Townsend as his journey takes him across a nation that is a mere shell of its former self after suffering numerous devastating blows from an orchestrated collapse and the attacks that followed. Along the way, Jessie encounters both friend and foe in a world that has become as lawless as the old-west frontier. Join him as he continues his quest in The Tree of Penance.
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Other works from this author
The Last The New Homefront, Volume One
The The New Homefront, Volume Two
The Blue Ridge The New Homefront, Volume Three
The The New Homefront, Volume Four
Viking A New Homefront Novel
The Society Lost, Volume One
Society Lost, Volume Two
The Tree of Society Lost, Volume Three
Society Lost, Volume Four
An Apocalyptic Thriller (Winner of ABR’s Listener’s Choice Thriller of the Year 2018!)
Breaking the The Redemption of Joe Branch
Dangerous Prey
The Edge of Civility
-SHTF fiction, TEOTWAWKI fiction, vigilante justice fiction, prepper fiction, survival fiction, collapse fiction, post-apocalyptic fiction, dystopian fiction-
From the author of the award-winning apocalyptic Sci-Fi novel, An Apocalyptic Thriller, The New Homefront Series, the Society Lost Series, and Breaking the The Redemption of Joe Branch
The Tree of Penance is the third installment of the post-apocalyptic and dystopian thrill ride of the Society Lost Series! If you like SHTF, TEOTWAWKI, vigilante justice, prepper, dystopian, post-apocalyptic tales filled with action, adventure, tragedy, and triumph, join former Sheriff Jessie Townsend as his journey takes him across a nation that is a mere shell of its former self after suffering numerous devastating blows from an orchestrated collapse and the attacks that followed. Along the way, Jessie encounters both friend and foe in a world that has become as lawless as the old-west frontier. Join him as he continues his quest in The Tree of Penance.
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Other works from this author
The Last The New Homefront, Volume One
The The New Homefront, Volume Two
The Blue Ridge The New Homefront, Volume Three
The The New Homefront, Volume Four
Viking A New Homefront Novel
The Society Lost, Volume One
Society Lost, Volume Two
The Tree of Society Lost, Volume Three
Society Lost, Volume Four
An Apocalyptic Thriller (Winner of ABR’s Listener’s Choice Thriller of the Year 2018!)
Breaking the The Redemption of Joe Branch
Dangerous Prey
The Edge of Civility
-SHTF fiction, TEOTWAWKI fiction, vigilante justice fiction, prepper fiction, survival fiction, collapse fiction, post-apocalyptic fiction, dystopian fiction-
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Published July 23, 2018
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July 31, 2018
Jesse Townsend has made it as far as Arkansas on his trek from Colorado to Tennessee in his search for his sister, Molly. Trouble has found him once again and delayed his journey. His sense of justice puts him right in the middle of a power struggle. Which side will prevail? And, at what costs to both sides?
Bird’s third novel in the Society Lost series, The Tree of Penance (A Post-Apocalyptic Dystopian Thriller) is full of nail-biting action. The book is so smoothly written that you don’t realize how far you’ve read until you are finished. It’s an interesting read with both heartbreaking sadness and satisfaction.
If you are fond of tales from the old West, you will certainly enjoy the feeling that this story brings. Jesse is reminiscent of Josey Wales whose character was made famous by Clint Eastwood. I believe Jesse is more of a gentleman than Josey and more willing to help others.
5 out of 5 stars.
Bird’s third novel in the Society Lost series, The Tree of Penance (A Post-Apocalyptic Dystopian Thriller) is full of nail-biting action. The book is so smoothly written that you don’t realize how far you’ve read until you are finished. It’s an interesting read with both heartbreaking sadness and satisfaction.
If you are fond of tales from the old West, you will certainly enjoy the feeling that this story brings. Jesse is reminiscent of Josey Wales whose character was made famous by Clint Eastwood. I believe Jesse is more of a gentleman than Josey and more willing to help others.
5 out of 5 stars.
July 28, 2018
How do I review Steven Bird's works without repeating myself? It is getting very difficult to find ways of saying just how much I like this Author's works. His mastery of the word and his ability to hold you in thrall is nothing short of awesome! Now to the book, The Tree of Penance: Society Lost, Volume 3 is another great story in a post apocalyptic world gone mad. Following the characters in this series provides an intimate look into the human psyche in a Post Apocalyptic world. From astoundingly good to slimy evil Steven Bird captures the essence of all of humanities facets. Overall a great read. I thoroughly enjoyed it. As I've said before, if you aren't familiar with Steven Bird's works, Get started reading them now!
August 27, 2018
Jessie just seems to walk into trouble in his search for his sister. Once again he finds himself squaring of with a group of hostiles preying on their fellow man. Jessie befriends a family and helps them overcome their oppressors. This was a great read I highly recommend this series to any dystopian fans.
October 11, 2018
I really enjoyed this story of ex-Sheriff Jesse Townsend who is trying to make his way across America to find his sister in Tennessee. I loved how the author successfully mixed man-made post-apocalypse modern times with old west type western. He made the characters feel real and you quickly become invested in Jesse and his new found friends survival. The authors great descriptive writing and the narrators use of voice, tone and intonation bring the story to life. You can really feel the horror, pain and struggles the characters go through. The story illustrates well how warped, cruel and depraved some people can become, while others rise to the occasion and show the beauty and strength humans are capable of. This story is gritty, heart wrenching and violent, and it keeps your attention right to the end. This was the first audiobook I have listened to in the Society Lost series and I will definitely be listening to the rest.
September 13, 2018
We’re invited to a taught, fast paced thriller reminiscent of an old fashioned Kentucky feud. We have three families with a long history of hostility and our fair-haired hero, former sheriff Jesse Townsend in the middle. Throw in a little religious zealotry, old vendettas, shifting alliances, kidnapping, with plenty of gunfire and you have the makings for a tense and exciting story. When retribution for wrong doings came, it came hard and without remorse. Mr. Bird did a fine job winding up this series and narration by J. Scott Bennett was excellent. Four.point.five. This audiobook was given by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review via Audiobook Boom.
August 9, 2018
The saga of Jessie continues
Oh wow! Yeah, it's certainly a good one that's worth reading. This time Jessie is in the hills of Arkansas as he continues his journey to Tennessee to find his sister. This story points out the depths of which humans can sink, and the heights to which they can soar when there are no laws enforced, nor rules to abide by. Very well detailed and written, Steven Bird. Congratulations on a job well done. I learned something about quarter horses, and a little about long guns. Mack and Hank are now my favorite horses.
Yes, I recommend this book. Fans of Jessie Townsend will love it.
As always, happy reading.
Oh wow! Yeah, it's certainly a good one that's worth reading. This time Jessie is in the hills of Arkansas as he continues his journey to Tennessee to find his sister. This story points out the depths of which humans can sink, and the heights to which they can soar when there are no laws enforced, nor rules to abide by. Very well detailed and written, Steven Bird. Congratulations on a job well done. I learned something about quarter horses, and a little about long guns. Mack and Hank are now my favorite horses.
Yes, I recommend this book. Fans of Jessie Townsend will love it.
As always, happy reading.
January 17, 2019
This has started to follow a familiar formula: Jessie comes upon good people being harmed by bad people and decides to help. This had a lot of the mystical and religious overtones which at time bog down the story. On the plus side, this book, like the previous ones are well written and I have also come to like Jessie and his innate decency and moral code. I also like the characters that were his focus in this story, Isaac Clanton and the Williams family, enough so that I kind of wish Jessie would settle there. Goodness, the bad guy, Jacob, is one of the most sadistic people that has appear in most any book of this genre. I look forward to Jessie's adventures in the next book.
August 25, 2018
I found it very intriguing. A suspenseful tale told in the not too far future. It is an post-apocalyptic setting with a western feel. The heroes just want to survive in a world where evil villains have taken over. One act of kindness changes the world for an old timer and causes a chain reaction in the small town he is from. Well written characters and an interesting plot keeps you reading and waiting for what will happen next. This is the third book in the series, I'm going to go back and read to the first two since I enjoyed it so much.
October 20, 2018
I think I need to go back and listen to the first two books in the series before being able to accurately review, and I'm going to. Book 3 was GREAT!!
It's interesting that three different narrators did this collection - usually I find it hard to get back into it with a different narrator. I of course am partial to J. Scott Bennett, he's awesome and always does an outstanding job.
This was a very entertaining and powerful story, I really enjoyed it! :)
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
It's interesting that three different narrators did this collection - usually I find it hard to get back into it with a different narrator. I of course am partial to J. Scott Bennett, he's awesome and always does an outstanding job.
This was a very entertaining and powerful story, I really enjoyed it! :)
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
July 31, 2018
Steven Bird does it again!
Once again, Steve Bird has written a totally believable and gripping story of the further trials of Sheriff Jessie Townsend. I love how the words in the story create a movie in my mind! The story grips you and won't let you stop reading. I started the book this morning and just finished. I never hesitate to recommend a Steven Bird book! You'll love this one. I only have one question....where is book 4???
Once again, Steve Bird has written a totally believable and gripping story of the further trials of Sheriff Jessie Townsend. I love how the words in the story create a movie in my mind! The story grips you and won't let you stop reading. I started the book this morning and just finished. I never hesitate to recommend a Steven Bird book! You'll love this one. I only have one question....where is book 4???
January 7, 2019
Enjoyed this audiobook and listened mostly in my car today. This is my first book by Steven Bird and it will not be my last. The author kept the story moving, it was entertaining and gruesome at times. I enjoyed cheering on Isaac and Jessie and hoping they would make it to the end.
The narrator was spot on in his portrayal of the characters, and J. Scott Bennett remains my favorite voice in audiobooks.
Excellent novel and the perfect length audible book.
The narrator was spot on in his portrayal of the characters, and J. Scott Bennett remains my favorite voice in audiobooks.
Excellent novel and the perfect length audible book.
July 28, 2018
In the third installment of Steven Birds’ Society Lost series, Jessie makes new friends, helps right some wrongs, and keeps his moral compass on path. This is the best book yet in this series. Bird has a lyrical writing style that sucks the reader into the world he’s creating. I can not recommend this book enough!
July 30, 2018
Couldn't put it down!
I'm sorry for not reviewing the first and second books in this series, but I was just too anxious to keep reading! Yes! I was that much into the story. If this type of book interests you, you'll love it!
I'm sorry for not reviewing the first and second books in this series, but I was just too anxious to keep reading! Yes! I was that much into the story. If this type of book interests you, you'll love it!
August 26, 2018
Love This Series!
I wish we had a Jesse running the country. Maybe we could find honor and morality again. This is a large reason I enjoy this writer. I hope Jesse keeps helping as he continues his search.
I wish we had a Jesse running the country. Maybe we could find honor and morality again. This is a large reason I enjoy this writer. I hope Jesse keeps helping as he continues his search.
October 17, 2018
I found this book to be good,but not greatMaybe if I would have read the first 2 it would have been better..It was more violent than most right off the bat. J Scott Bennett was the perfect narrator.I was given this book by the narrator,author or publisher free for an honest review.
November 3, 2018
Wow just Wow
Ok just finished, The tree of penance by Mr Steven Bird,and I just have to say, HOLLY CRAP WOW !!!! This Book is GNARLY. If this was a movie you would be gasping in shock while covering your eyes but peeking through your fingers. This is absolutely a must read.
Ok just finished, The tree of penance by Mr Steven Bird,and I just have to say, HOLLY CRAP WOW !!!! This Book is GNARLY. If this was a movie you would be gasping in shock while covering your eyes but peeking through your fingers. This is absolutely a must read.
August 13, 2020
Very good.
Very good but also a very disturbing story. It's nice to know there are good people in this story but very sad to note that there are a lot disturbing people as well. I guess that's what you get when you read a story such as this.
Very good but also a very disturbing story. It's nice to know there are good people in this story but very sad to note that there are a lot disturbing people as well. I guess that's what you get when you read a story such as this.
July 12, 2021
Fast reading!!! Different!!!! Just wish Jessie could have found love!
All the books I have read by Steven are so exciting , I don't see how he can come with all types of people and circumstances. And I feel safe that no porn-crap or over board bad language... Thank you
All the books I have read by Steven are so exciting , I don't see how he can come with all types of people and circumstances. And I feel safe that no porn-crap or over board bad language... Thank you
August 5, 2018
Isaac is amazing, a true gem of a character, wherever in your soul he came from, bravo!!
this book flows, so very hard to put down, amazing thought process.
this book flows, so very hard to put down, amazing thought process.
August 13, 2018
Couldn't put it down.
I want to know if Jessie finds his sister. I hope there is another book in the series. I read all three books in two days.
I want to know if Jessie finds his sister. I hope there is another book in the series. I read all three books in two days.
August 17, 2018
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.
October 8, 2018
Loved
I love Jessie and all the other characters in this book. I can’t wait for the next book in this series. I would recommend this book and all of Steven Bird’s books.
I love Jessie and all the other characters in this book. I can’t wait for the next book in this series. I would recommend this book and all of Steven Bird’s books.
November 9, 2018
I liked the character development in this book. The sheriff can be two-dimensional at times, but he is deep enough to be interesting. If you are into end of the world stories, this is a good one.
November 30, 2018
Great read
The entire series has been good. This one had me cringing in some spots but on the edge of my seat. Excellent work. Grabbing the next one now.
The entire series has been good. This one had me cringing in some spots but on the edge of my seat. Excellent work. Grabbing the next one now.
January 14, 2019
Great
Another great book in the series. Now just waiting on book 4, soon to be out. Keep it up bro!
Another great book in the series. Now just waiting on book 4, soon to be out. Keep it up bro!
March 11, 2019
Riveting
Hold on to your reins as the former sheriff, Jesse Townsend follows his moral compass and engages evil at its worst. Excellent read
Hold on to your reins as the former sheriff, Jesse Townsend follows his moral compass and engages evil at its worst. Excellent read
July 15, 2019
The Tree of Penance review
The Tree of Penance: Society Lost is the third fast paced post apocalyptic survival book in this series written by author Steven C. Bird.
The Tree of Penance: Society Lost is the third fast paced post apocalyptic survival book in this series written by author Steven C. Bird.
April 16, 2019
THE TREE OF PENANCE #3
A really great series! Holds the readers captivated and curious. I read all three books back to back, and I recommend everyone else to read the series this way. Steven Bird is a author to check out! I will be watching for his book's, and finding older work's from him. 📚
A really great series! Holds the readers captivated and curious. I read all three books back to back, and I recommend everyone else to read the series this way. Steven Bird is a author to check out! I will be watching for his book's, and finding older work's from him. 📚
July 27, 2018
The Tree of Penance
I agree with the author when he says " I personally think westerns and post-apocalyptic/collapse of society fiction have a lot in common." They do. This book is a great read. Bad things happen to good people. Bad people will rule if we don't have men like Isaac and Jessie to take a stand for what is right. I have enjoyed reading all of Steven Bird's book. Looking forward to reading more.
I agree with the author when he says " I personally think westerns and post-apocalyptic/collapse of society fiction have a lot in common." They do. This book is a great read. Bad things happen to good people. Bad people will rule if we don't have men like Isaac and Jessie to take a stand for what is right. I have enjoyed reading all of Steven Bird's book. Looking forward to reading more.
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