Them: Society Lost, Volume Four

by Steven Bird

From the author of the award-winning apocalyptic thriller, Erebus!



Worlds collide in Society Lost, Volume Four as former sheriff Jessie Townsend becomes entangled with characters from The New Homefront Series in the hills of East Tennessee.



While Jessie continues his quest to find his sister after devastating attacks brought our modern, peaceful society to its knees, he encounters new friends and foes along the way, with not everyone being what they seem. During his journey, he forges friendships in the heat of battle that will change his life forever.



Additional works from this author



The Last The New Homefront, Volume OneThe The New Homefront, Volume Two

The Blue Ridge The New Homefront, Volume ThreeThe The New Homefront, Volume FourViking A New Homefront Novel



The Society Lost, Volume 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 Awards Thriller of the Year 2018!)



Breaking the The Redemption of Joe Branch



Dangerous PreyThe Edge of A Perseid Collapse Kindle World Novella



-SHTF fiction, TEOTWAWKI fiction, vigilante justice fiction, prepper fiction, survival fiction, collapse fiction, post-apocalyptic fiction, dystopian fiction-

259 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 5, 2019

Reviews

[Chessy The Cat · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jesse Townsend has made it to Tennessee from Colorado where he hopes to locate his sister, Molly. Without the benefits of the internet, her exact location is unknown. Jesse, like so many others, never committed addresses to memory or paper. Will those he encounters be trusting enough to help him find her?

Bird’s fourth novel in the Society Lost series, Them, interwinds with The New Homefront Series. He seamlessly blends the two series while maintaining the integrity of both stories and each of the personalities. There’s plenty of hard-hitting action with a few tender moments sprinkled within.

Looking at the cover and title I had expected a sci-fi horror story. And, there are certain aspects of the book that fulfills that description. I am thankful that Bird kept it realistic, so much so even that I still shudder thinking about what happened.

It will be interesting to see where the story goes from here.

5 out of 5 stars.

[unknown · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Steven C Bird's books, but would have to rate this one as my favorite (so far). He flawlessly combines his characters from the Society Lost series and the Homefront series, not missing a step in keeping the characters true to their previous portrayals. The plot is a very plausible continuation of what I feel would be the natural progression of different factions of society in the aftermath of an EMP strike, and how people would cope with the change in their living conditions. I don't want to spoil the plot, so suffice it to say that this is a fast paced, intreging book that you will want to read from start to finish in one day. I can hardly wait to see what Mr Bird writes about next. Excellent read!

[Cherye Elliott · Rating 5 out of 5]

Them

I don't want to be around one of "Them".
EVER.
This is so different from anything Steven Bird has written.
What an exciting read. Suspenseful. Riviting. Scary. No. Change that to unbelievable, I can't believe the author wrote that scene!

The exciting part of the book is it brought two series together and ended Society Lost and The New Home Front...I can see another story come out from this.

Excellent story. Jessie's life is one we should admire. Helping others. Doing what is right. Just a good man. Enjoy the book!

[Pam Shelton-Anderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is starting to follow the established pattern of the prior novels. Jessie stumbles on good guys in trouble and decides to help and then moves on. This was more of the same except for the moving on part and Jessie was a little less of the focus too which was kind of nice. I read a lot of this genre and don't get too creeped-out anymore, but the troglodytes were beyond evil. Seriously creepy. I will continue the series since I still like Jessie and want to see what happens, but hope that the plot is not just the same thing over again.

[Patricia Wilson · Rating 5 out of 5]

A farewell to Jessie and Hank.

I was so disappointed that Mack wasn't able to join Jessie and Hank for the journey to Tennessee. Oh well, I can hope Mack Is having a good l life in Arkansas.
This book is jam packed with action. I really liked the story but wanted to know more about what kind of arrangements were made for Britney. Another, oh well. At least we know that Jessie and Hank are happy.
As always, happy reading.

[C.M. Rutherford · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great series. The fourth book picks up with Jesse making his way across country to find his sister. Once again he comes to the aid of those in need, namely a teenage girl. While fighting occupying forces he runs into a adversary he has never come across up to this point. Lots of action keeps the pages turning. The characters are likeable and believable. I highly recommend this series to fans of the dystopian genre.

[James J. Seals Jr · Rating 5 out of 5]

Steven Bird Pens Another Outstanding Work

Steven Bird continues to hold me in thrall with his amazing story telling ability. Them, satisfied my desire for a book filled with action, great characters, and a fantastic storyline. I am sorry to see this series end.

[Craig D Orzel, Sr · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great addition

Thanks again for getting another great addition of the series out. I'm truly grateful to you and your fellow DD12 authors. Without the DD12 I may have not discovered your books. Reading your books is always a pleasure and a great adventure!

[Stephanie Cowan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just love the way Steven Bird starts a chapter off with a little foreshadowing and then thrusts you into the heart stopping story. I didn’t want the book to end and I am already ready for the next book (hopefully there will be more books in the home front and society lost series.

[Vicky Rowe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dark!

Holy cow, this one went to some dark places, I couldn’t put it down. I’m glad I went along with Jesse on his journey in this adventure. I was sucked in, and stayed there until the last page. Good job, sir!

[Kris · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you are a fan of dystopian fiction then Steven Bird must be on the top of your must read list. He has no qualms about murdering people (and) animals you love. There is plenty mayhem and. Sculduggery. To make the entire series worth reading. I think they are a blast, and hope you will too!

[Trevor · Rating 4 out of 5]

A nice fast moving adventure, that follows a small group trying to survive from a society of cave dwelling cannibals. I haven't read any of the earlier books, which may have helped with back stories, but this did not take away from a good story.

[sheri mcdonald · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it!

Another great book by an awesome author. Blending two separate series together. Masterfully crafted . Looking forward to more .

[Barbara Bonner-wells · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read

Great idea to join the stories. Mystery wrapped up in the story. Highly recommended going back to the beginning to get the back stories.

[Tyler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Steven Birds Finest!!!

Society Lost is one of the best shtf series I have ever read and this final book is non-stop action you just can't stop reading till the end.

[josette ringuette · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great series

I loved every minute. Jessie had some great adventures and met some very interesting characters. Read all four books in this series in less than two weeks.

[Joe Martin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good series

After reading all four books in this series I am a bit bummed to see it end. A very enjoyable read.

[Charlene · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great

I loved the main characters a might have nightmares of some of the other characters. Another great book by Steven Bird. I would recommend all of his books.

[Bernie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Them review

Them: Society Lost is the fourth outstanding post apocalyptic survival book in this series written by author Steven C. Bird.

[John Wood · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good!

Well written and lots of action. The kind of story that is just hard to put down. Looking forward to reading more stories from this Author.

[Carolyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really does have imagination!!!! It was good also!!!

[Rabid Reader · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this post apocalyptic thriller that has strong hints of horror, lots of suspense, action and some great characters. The story has you on the edge of your seat and you wonder at times if anyone will survive. “Them” are truly creepy, they make the hair on the back of your neck stand up and are likely to give you nightmares. The narrator of the audiobook did an excellent job, he really brought out the emotions in the story; you could feel the fear, horror and desperation right along with the characters. This is an exciting story that will keep you glued to the pages. You don’t have to have read the prior books in the series to follow this story, but it does give you more depth and understanding of the characters if you have.

[Vickii Bendit · Rating 5 out of 5]

Uh, wow! I was totally absorbed into this story. I’m not a fan or horror, or anything remotely scary, but this book!!! This book draws the reader into the world the author Steven Bird has created. Survival is at the forethought of the minds of the survivors in this, the fourth book in the Society Lost series. A great read that will definitely keep you on your toes, and the nightlight on tonight.