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The Day America Died! #1-3
The Day America Died Trilogy
NEW 3 BOOKS IN ONE!!! POST-APOCALYPTIC ACTION!!!
The Day America Died Trilogy - All three books in the series in one ebook!
A nuclear EMP attack would shove the USA back 150 years. Death, chaos, and lawlessness would prevail.
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Zack Johnson is no hero, but he does have some valuable prepper skills to help him survive. There is nothing like a nuclear apocalypse to help a man grow up and become a hero as he helps his family and friends survive. He is two thousand miles from home; the grid and all modern transportation have failed. The country is degenerating into violence and dog eats dog scenarios. People are killing their neighbors for a scrap of moldy bread or a sip of water. Zack has to get back to Kentucky to find his daughter so he can take her to the safety of his farm. The Department of Homeland Security is forcing people into relocation camps for their own good. Can Zack save his daughter and help his friends survive the apocalypse? Read The Day America Died and find out for yourself.
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The Day America Died Trilogy - All three books in the series in one ebook!
A nuclear EMP attack would shove the USA back 150 years. Death, chaos, and lawlessness would prevail.
.
Zack Johnson is no hero, but he does have some valuable prepper skills to help him survive. There is nothing like a nuclear apocalypse to help a man grow up and become a hero as he helps his family and friends survive. He is two thousand miles from home; the grid and all modern transportation have failed. The country is degenerating into violence and dog eats dog scenarios. People are killing their neighbors for a scrap of moldy bread or a sip of water. Zack has to get back to Kentucky to find his daughter so he can take her to the safety of his farm. The Department of Homeland Security is forcing people into relocation camps for their own good. Can Zack save his daughter and help his friends survive the apocalypse? Read The Day America Died and find out for yourself.
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696 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 25, 2019
436 people are currently reading
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About the author
A.J. Newman
69 books78 followersLibrarian Note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name.
A.J. Newman is the author of over 22 novels that have been published on Amazon. He was born and raised in a small town in the western part of Kentucky. His Dad taught him how to handle guns very early in life, and he and his best friend Mike spent summers shooting .22 rifles and fishing.
He read every book he could get his hands on and fell in love with science fiction. He graduated from USI with a degree in Chemistry and made a career working in manufacturing and logistics, but always fancied himself as an author.
He served six years in the Army National Guard in an armored unit and spent six years performing every function on M48 and M60 army tanks. This gave him a great respect for our veterans who lay their lives on the line to protect our country and freedoms.
He currently resides in Kentucky with his wife Patsy and their three tiny mop dogs, Sammy Cotton and Callie.
A.J. Newman is the author of over 22 novels that have been published on Amazon. He was born and raised in a small town in the western part of Kentucky. His Dad taught him how to handle guns very early in life, and he and his best friend Mike spent summers shooting .22 rifles and fishing.
He read every book he could get his hands on and fell in love with science fiction. He graduated from USI with a degree in Chemistry and made a career working in manufacturing and logistics, but always fancied himself as an author.
He served six years in the Army National Guard in an armored unit and spent six years performing every function on M48 and M60 army tanks. This gave him a great respect for our veterans who lay their lives on the line to protect our country and freedoms.
He currently resides in Kentucky with his wife Patsy and their three tiny mop dogs, Sammy Cotton and Callie.
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January 27, 2020
Easy Reading, Good Action
This post apocalyptic series had an interesting twist and in several ways was quite different from many other in this genre. There were flashes of humor here and there and there was enough plot and action to keep my attention. For a simply written style, the characters were surprisingly well developed. The conclusion was disappointingly abrupt and begged for a sequel.
This post apocalyptic series had an interesting twist and in several ways was quite different from many other in this genre. There were flashes of humor here and there and there was enough plot and action to keep my attention. For a simply written style, the characters were surprisingly well developed. The conclusion was disappointingly abrupt and begged for a sequel.
August 22, 2021
Although billed as a trilogy, this collection of post-apocalyptic fiction is actually a quadrilogy, consisting of the books New Beginnings, Old Enemies, Frozen Apocalypse, and The Final Ending (to tie up loose ends).
At the end of Frozen Apocalypse, the author thanks two people for proofreading and editing his work. This surprised me because, judging by misspelled / misused words, incorrect grammar, and missing / misplaced punctuation marks, I was certain that no competent editor and/or proofreader had come within a light-year of any manuscript by this author.
Lest I should be misunderstood: I did not hate this. Parts of it were absorbing, though violent. However, the irregularities of grammar, spelling, and punctuation did make some sentences difficult to read.
At the end of Frozen Apocalypse, the author thanks two people for proofreading and editing his work. This surprised me because, judging by misspelled / misused words, incorrect grammar, and missing / misplaced punctuation marks, I was certain that no competent editor and/or proofreader had come within a light-year of any manuscript by this author.
Lest I should be misunderstood: I did not hate this. Parts of it were absorbing, though violent. However, the irregularities of grammar, spelling, and punctuation did make some sentences difficult to read.
October 15, 2021
Fairly tame adventure
An EMP story told from the perspective of the main heroes point of view. Several of America's enemies gang up and wipe out the electrical grid creating chaos. Zack is a prepper owho has the foresight and skill to survive in the new world following nuclear and EMP disasters. He and his best friend work together to stay ahead of gangs and those who take advantage of the survivors in a world turned up side down.
The only short coming is that the fate of The United States if left in limbo and unresolved.
An EMP story told from the perspective of the main heroes point of view. Several of America's enemies gang up and wipe out the electrical grid creating chaos. Zack is a prepper owho has the foresight and skill to survive in the new world following nuclear and EMP disasters. He and his best friend work together to stay ahead of gangs and those who take advantage of the survivors in a world turned up side down.
The only short coming is that the fate of The United States if left in limbo and unresolved.
September 24, 2021
Best post apoplectic book well actually only one I found
Wow realy realy realy good book. I like that it was during (EMP) if you don't know what this means read the book!!! After EMP and how they went ooopps don't want to spoil the ending. Thank you A.J. Newman. I sure hope there is more to this book.
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Betty J.
Wow realy realy realy good book. I like that it was during (EMP) if you don't know what this means read the book!!! After EMP and how they went ooopps don't want to spoil the ending. Thank you A.J. Newman. I sure hope there is more to this book.
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Betty J.
April 8, 2022
Plan for life not just living!
Although reading some of this story was a bit dry, there was also plenty of action and as an apocalyptic story, absolutely full of ideas to keep living. I.loved the stories and the characters. Picturing events and characters was easy. Thank you for this great portfolio of stories!
Although reading some of this story was a bit dry, there was also plenty of action and as an apocalyptic story, absolutely full of ideas to keep living. I.loved the stories and the characters. Picturing events and characters was easy. Thank you for this great portfolio of stories!
March 25, 2020
Great Story and I love the author. I have read many of his books and was never dissatisfied. It was a page turner from beginning to end. I want to find out if they ever make it to a safe place and what else they are going to encounter.
June 28, 2020
Series
This three book series was a very good set. The prepped problems and the things needed for their survival keep you hating to put the book down. Ending leaves you with some questions.
This three book series was a very good set. The prepped problems and the things needed for their survival keep you hating to put the book down. Ending leaves you with some questions.
February 6, 2021
Great read
Really enjoyed these books. I like the dry humour and although its a dark story of survival the humour makes it a light hearted read. The character's are well round and the story good .I did actually belly laugh in quite a few places .
Really enjoyed these books. I like the dry humour and although its a dark story of survival the humour makes it a light hearted read. The character's are well round and the story good .I did actually belly laugh in quite a few places .
April 8, 2021
Why I gave this book only 3 stars.
I really enjoyed reading this trilogy until I got to the end. It left too many things left hanging. If this was a tv show, the ending would be considered a cliffhanger. I personally don't like cliffhangers.
I really enjoyed reading this trilogy until I got to the end. It left too many things left hanging. If this was a tv show, the ending would be considered a cliffhanger. I personally don't like cliffhangers.
May 5, 2021
Good read
I enjoyed the story and hated to see it end. The author needs a proof reader and the incorrect use of contractions makes reading difficult at time. I.e. "He'll." As a sentence. Should be He will.
I enjoyed the story and hated to see it end. The author needs a proof reader and the incorrect use of contractions makes reading difficult at time. I.e. "He'll." As a sentence. Should be He will.
May 19, 2021
This book has very poor punctuation that makes it quite annoying to read. The story started off well but deteriorated through book two. It then nosedived in book 3 with a disjointed story line and even worse punctuation. Book 3 was really quite poor.
July 24, 2021
Leader of group glad this is fiction what a wussie
The mistakes leader of the group made should have killed him in the first book . He missed out on the love of his life cause he follow first tail that would have him then the second. Just cause she could make beer?
The mistakes leader of the group made should have killed him in the first book . He missed out on the love of his life cause he follow first tail that would have him then the second. Just cause she could make beer?
November 9, 2021
Nonstop Action
This book is one of the better apocalyptic stories I have read. It was different to others in many ways, and the action was non-stop as was the snarky comments between the survivors. It wasn't all fun though and deserves the 5 stars.
This book is one of the better apocalyptic stories I have read. It was different to others in many ways, and the action was non-stop as was the snarky comments between the survivors. It wasn't all fun though and deserves the 5 stars.
March 10, 2022
Interesting book
Lots of action and believable characters. The book needs better editing. Someone went crazy using commas. I need twenty words so this sentence takes care of that.
Lots of action and believable characters. The book needs better editing. Someone went crazy using commas. I need twenty words so this sentence takes care of that.
August 9, 2022
great
Zach s is away on holidays war erupts and America is hit with a EMP . Read his story how he travels back to his daughter and ex on his farm. Read the dangers, gangs and horror they face in their fight to survive
Zach s is away on holidays war erupts and America is hit with a EMP . Read his story how he travels back to his daughter and ex on his farm. Read the dangers, gangs and horror they face in their fight to survive
March 31, 2023
This is a great read!
When I started reading this trilogy, I wasn't sure if I wanted to invest the time involved in reading some 700 pages. It was well worth it. If you start, stick with it, and you'll be happy you did.
When I started reading this trilogy, I wasn't sure if I wanted to invest the time involved in reading some 700 pages. It was well worth it. If you start, stick with it, and you'll be happy you did.
November 21, 2023
Hard to read. Jumps around too much. As another reviewer pointed out, the incorrect use of contractions about drove me to put it down. He’ll instead of he will or I’ll instead of I will etc. Confusion in names was rough to navigate through as well. Story was jumbled I thought. Sorry.
January 19, 2024
Apocalypse Mashup
Sit back and enjoy an endless thrill ride of sadness and joy. This collection will keep you bound up and enthralled with one situation after another. Enjoy the characters and their stories. Funny, sad and exciting.
Sit back and enjoy an endless thrill ride of sadness and joy. This collection will keep you bound up and enthralled with one situation after another. Enjoy the characters and their stories. Funny, sad and exciting.
September 2, 2019
Continue the story
Enjoyed this book . Great story and writing. The people in the book felt real. Will there be more books in this series?
Enjoyed this book . Great story and writing. The people in the book felt real. Will there be more books in this series?
November 19, 2019
Good story, poor editing
The story was good, but predictable. My main complaint is the awful editing. A brake pedal, not peddle. So many grammar and words usage errors.
The story was good, but predictable. My main complaint is the awful editing. A brake pedal, not peddle. So many grammar and words usage errors.
December 25, 2019
Good book
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Storyline continues to grow and develop. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Storyline continues to grow and develop. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
February 2, 2020
Horrible ending
I’m not sure what made the author think that the end of the series would be welcome with such an abrupt cliff hanger such as it did. Very disappointing
I’m not sure what made the author think that the end of the series would be welcome with such an abrupt cliff hanger such as it did. Very disappointing
December 14, 2020
The Day America Died review
The Day America Died is three book post apocalyptic EMP survival trilogy in this series written by author A. J. Newman.
The Day America Died is three book post apocalyptic EMP survival trilogy in this series written by author A. J. Newman.
February 17, 2021
Good books
Are you going to write anymore of this saga? I've been waiting. And waiting. I've enjoyed this series. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Are you going to write anymore of this saga? I've been waiting. And waiting. I've enjoyed this series. Thank you for sharing it with us.
March 24, 2021
Excellent
Well thought out what if survival story line looking forward to a continuation book or books to read in future
Well thought out what if survival story line looking forward to a continuation book or books to read in future
April 14, 2021
Page turner
Enjoyed the writing style could have had more meat to it but still was a good read will read the next in this series
Enjoyed the writing style could have had more meat to it but still was a good read will read the next in this series
April 25, 2021
Is a great read.
April 28, 2021
Great read
Really makes you think about the future or lack there of...I have been reading a lot of these type of books. Scares me.
Really makes you think about the future or lack there of...I have been reading a lot of these type of books. Scares me.
April 28, 2021
Terrible ending
Wow! If this is to be a continued story you still should have ended it better Did you lose interest?
Wow! If this is to be a continued story you still should have ended it better Did you lose interest?
June 27, 2021
A great series
This series is great. First time reading AJ and he did a fine job of telling the story. Read it.
This series is great. First time reading AJ and he did a fine job of telling the story. Read it.
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