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V Plague #18

Cataclysm

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A Russian agent threatens John's new family as Barinov's plans are revealed.

409 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 28, 2018

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Dirk Patton

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Dirk Patton is the best selling author of the V Plague series. You can email him at dirk@dirkpatton.com or find him on the internet at www.DirkPatton.com or Twitter @DirkPatton or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RealDirkPatton


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Profile Image for Mike Lamprecht.
51 reviews
January 27, 2019
A Fantastic Thrill Ride

This series has been going on for so long I keep thinking the story has got to be wearing out by now. Man I'm so glad I'm wrong every time. The characters are so deeply onset into my brain that I feel an actual connection and concern for their welfare. Dirk Patton, in my opinion, has taken over as one of the top 3 writers of all time. I get so engrossed in this Voodoo tale that before I know it I've read the entire book. The cliffhanger in this one takes my breath away. Please don't make me wait too long to see what happens. Thanks for the great evolution and entire construction of this story from beginning to now Book 18.
Profile Image for Gregory E Montour.
9 reviews
April 22, 2019
Exciting from beginning to end!

Excellent read. Pretty well written and plenty of action and tension. Just hate being left hanging. One other thing... You kill Dog; you loose a reader. Turbo pulled that on me a couple years ago and I haven't picked up anything of his since.


Very good read. Plenty of action, excitement and tension.Better written than most self published work I've seen. Just one detail... Kill the dog, loose a reader. Turbo made that mistake a couple years ago and I've been careful not to read ANYTHING of his since. Keep up the good work and I'll look forward to number 19.



1,182 reviews17 followers
May 25, 2019
This book and series is at the top of its game.

This is an excellent series, it is fast-paced enjoyable with plenty of action. You really get to enjoy and like the characters especially Martinez, glad she’s back. Colonel Chase has good crew around him, please keep it that way. If you haven’t read this series I urge you to start from the beginning, it will keep you on the edge of your seat. I am eagerly awaiting the next book.
Profile Image for Brandie.
47 reviews
January 4, 2019
Again wow!

Dirk Patton is by far my favorite dystopian/apocalyptic author. After so many books the story keeps developing into so much more than I ever could have guessed. Twists, turns and heart breaking cliffhangers. This series has it all. Start with book 1! You won’t regret it.
8 reviews
January 16, 2019
Nooooooooooooooo!!!

Good God no! How dare you leave us with a cliffhanger of such ridiculously epic proportions!! Wow! That was one of the best of this series, top 3 for sure. That TRAITOR SOB!!! I really, really hope you have the next one close at hand because now I won't be able to stop thinking about it.
1,033 reviews2 followers
January 31, 2019
Is this the end of Dog...again?

Another great installment of Dirk's V Plague series. I feel this book moved the story line along at a pace that I felt was lacking in the last book...My interest never waned and now, of course, I am once again anxiously awaiting the go round...all I can say is this is a must read! I'm just hoping Dirk doesn't kill Dog for real this time.
Profile Image for susan grosskopf.
115 reviews
June 18, 2020
Please Write More!!

I m about to start book 19 but I don’t want to because after that it is all over. I am an avid reader and I have never enjoys a series of books more than these. Just when you think you know what is happening, bang, something from way way over in left field comes up and your just like, what?????
Please write 20 - 30 more!
Profile Image for Deb.
30 reviews
January 4, 2019
Dog

Do not kill dog! He's one of my favorites. The book was exciting and fast paced. Although there are times when I hate your cliff hangers. This is one of them. Hurry up and write book 19.
Profile Image for Tracey Mccall.
355 reviews8 followers
December 29, 2018
Oh my god!

Brilliant as all the previous books in this series! High impact series, this book did not disappoint on action, curve balls and drama. The end wth! Well done Dirk Patton, please tell me the next book is coming out soon
543 reviews1 follower
December 30, 2018
Wow still great even after 18 books still can't wait for the next one to come out !!! Love the story line a the people in the series and what new ideas Dirk comes up with. Only sad thing is witing for the next book!!!!
13 reviews1 follower
January 2, 2019
Another amazing book

Not sure why I'm not waiting till the end to read them all at once, probably because I'd die from lack of sleep and water because I just can't stop reading until I run out of book!
2 reviews
January 2, 2019
As always a great book. Now to wait not so patiently for the next one.

Highly recommended series. Great character detail. Keeps you on the edge of your seat. Just disappointed I have to wait for the next book.
9 reviews1 follower
January 2, 2019
What a cliff hanger

Again the only thing I regret is finishing this exciting instalment, already eagerly awaiting the next, Dirk Patton you are my favourite author by far, compelling read , which left me wanting more, thank you
22 reviews1 follower
January 4, 2019
18 is just as good as #1

18 Books and I'm still addicted! That's Saying alot for me. I get bored easily with long series but this one so far is keeping me enthralled! The endings kill me tho... Argggg when is 19 due to come out????
1 review
January 7, 2019
????

This book was amazing and once again as throughout the entire series it kept me at the edge of my seat ! I only have one complaint and that is why do I have to wait for the next book? The suspense is killing me !
41 reviews8 followers
January 11, 2019
This is the best series ever!

This is a five. You have to go back to the beginning to book one. You won't be sorry. I cannot wait for the next one! This writing moves fast and takes you on the trip of a lifetime.
570 reviews3 followers
January 16, 2019
NO!

I won't do a spoiler but this cliffhanger is heartbreaking! And the next book isn't available! Hisssss! People you really need to try this book and this series. They are terrific. Well written. Great characters. I could go on and on.
Profile Image for Bill Quinn.
57 reviews
January 17, 2019
The wait was worth it!

The time it took to finish this book was miniscule compared to the time it will take for the next one to come out.Only because I will be so anticipating reading it.Great writing as usual,Dirk.Hurry with the next one.will ya?
26 reviews1 follower
January 28, 2019
Please Don’t End This Story

I have read all 17 Voodoo Plague books before this one. And I hope there are more of these to come. Mr. Patton you have become my favorite author. I have read all of your books and none of them have been less than a 5 Star read.
Profile Image for Roy Bost.
49 reviews
February 28, 2019
Cataclysm

And another fun read from one of a FEW Authors who can keep me dreading to reach the final page in any of his books, whether it's the Newest or starting the series all over again
Mr. Patton, thanks for Another Book which kept me entertained to my core
26 reviews
May 24, 2019
😮😮😮😮😮

Look i love these books and characters but that cliff hanger? What the actual @#$% 😮 You are a diabolical writer sir. I'm shook! I think I'll start a riot. When's the next freaking book coming out!!!!
Profile Image for Michael Mercer.
89 reviews
October 7, 2019
He smokes and smokes and smokes some more

Is there a pro smoking agenda here? How many times do you need to tell us he lit up again? It got so distracting from the story. Story, smoke, story, smoke, smoke, smoke. Enjoyed the previous books, but this one was not up to par.
Profile Image for Tom Anderson.
241 reviews2 followers
November 2, 2020
Love this series about zombies, war, dirty rotten Russian autocrats, soldiers, sailors and Marines. Terrific epic storyline continues thru 19 books. I highly recommend these volumes. A different take on zombies and a love story make for an incredibly entertaining series!
Profile Image for D. Jackson.
109 reviews
March 26, 2022
Endgame

The thing I dislike about this series! Why are the Russians always three step ahead of the America’s. Not saying it should be easy, but it makes the past few books a hard read. Anyhow, let’s see what Victoria has in mind.
Profile Image for Maggie Deaton.
747 reviews4 followers
August 13, 2024
Hang on for a wild ride!

Enemies beyond counting and friends that are nothing more than traitors masquerading as allies....The action heats up even more as the fate of our species, as well as the survival of wht is left of America, hangs by a slender thread.....
5 reviews
December 28, 2018
F&cking Cliffhanger

Would have given 5 stars if not for the ending;). Riveting addition to the storyline. Cliffhanger wouldn’t be so bad if he’d write faster.
Profile Image for Shannon.
5 reviews1 follower
December 30, 2018
Nooooooo

OMG!!!! You did not just end the book this way??!!!!!!! I won't spoil it for those who haven't read it, but nooooooo!!!!!! Real life was hard enough, please no.
Profile Image for Alexis.
293 reviews3 followers
January 1, 2019
would have been 5 stars, but there was one twist too many...
59 reviews
January 2, 2019
Well written

Enjoyed reading his books. They appear to have accurate information but do not e not the time between could loose interest in his series.
Profile Image for Mary Ann.
2,746 reviews11 followers
January 6, 2019
This just came out and now I have to wait for the nest installmets. Great cliff hanger, but find a way to stop the ensuing carnage!
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