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EMP Desolation
Tomi Bryant is scheduled for release from prison, after serving seven years for a crime he did not commit, but for which he'd pleaded guilty. His future is before him, but it is a new beginning he'd not counted on. An EMP changes the course of his life. Tomi leads his friend and others to a safe haven, but they must journey through a gauntlet of danger, betrayal and desolation. With a 90% die off rate, the once powerful United States becomes something medieval and lawless. Where desolation reigns.
263 pages, Paperback
Published May 21, 2019
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July 30, 2025
APOCALYPTIC THRILLER THAT WILL LEAVE YOU FEELING THERE IS STILL HOPE FOR HUMANITY
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APOCALYPTIC THRILLER THAT WILL LEAVE YOU FEELING THERE IS STILL GOOD IN THE WORLD & HOPE FOR HUMANITY
EMP Desolation by S.A. Ison is not only a very well told story of a possibility of what might happen in the event of an EMP attack on the U.S. but a glance into there maybe hope in the face of all being lost and the U.S. sent back to the pre-industrial age with no access to food and supplies at your local convenience store, big boxed stores, or online shopping. With the loss of resources, all hell breaks loose and the fight for survival is set loose on everyone. The evil that has been hiding in the shadows are free to commit their atrocities with no police, firefighters, hospitals, and chaos is the norm of the day.
S.A. Ison writes with a voice that draws you into the book and clearly paints a picture of all her characters that leaves you thinking you truly know what they are going through and know deep down who and what they are as a person.
The cast of characters in this story are minimum-security inmates and guards, an odd bunch but it truly works and you will find yourself glued to the story to see how they endure the challenges they face on their trek to Tomi's uncle's home in the hills of Kentucky to avoid the violence and mayhem.
This is a story of growing friendship and newfound romance and love in the face of an unfortunate event that is as deadly as anytime in our past. It's a story of hope when it appears that all hope is lost. The heroes of this story are normal everyday people with everyday problems that band together not only for the chance of survival but because they are nice people with the knowledge of what's right and wrong and a high level of morals.
If you have a chance to read this book, I would highly recommend it. All of the books and series I have had the chance to read that S.A. Ison has written, I can honestly say that they are right up there as some of my favorite books and she's definitely one of my favorite authors. Her time-travel books are out of this world. You can not go wrong with her books.
Quotes:
"Hours, only friggen hours and it had started."
"It's like all the crazies were set free."
"You are grass. Grass is strong, it bends. Sometimes it is trampled, mowed down. But it keeps coming back, sometimes lusher than before. It grows between things, pushes them out the way or goes around."
☆☆☆☆☆
APOCALYPTIC THRILLER THAT WILL LEAVE YOU FEELING THERE IS STILL GOOD IN THE WORLD & HOPE FOR HUMANITY
EMP Desolation by S.A. Ison is not only a very well told story of a possibility of what might happen in the event of an EMP attack on the U.S. but a glance into there maybe hope in the face of all being lost and the U.S. sent back to the pre-industrial age with no access to food and supplies at your local convenience store, big boxed stores, or online shopping. With the loss of resources, all hell breaks loose and the fight for survival is set loose on everyone. The evil that has been hiding in the shadows are free to commit their atrocities with no police, firefighters, hospitals, and chaos is the norm of the day.
S.A. Ison writes with a voice that draws you into the book and clearly paints a picture of all her characters that leaves you thinking you truly know what they are going through and know deep down who and what they are as a person.
The cast of characters in this story are minimum-security inmates and guards, an odd bunch but it truly works and you will find yourself glued to the story to see how they endure the challenges they face on their trek to Tomi's uncle's home in the hills of Kentucky to avoid the violence and mayhem.
This is a story of growing friendship and newfound romance and love in the face of an unfortunate event that is as deadly as anytime in our past. It's a story of hope when it appears that all hope is lost. The heroes of this story are normal everyday people with everyday problems that band together not only for the chance of survival but because they are nice people with the knowledge of what's right and wrong and a high level of morals.
If you have a chance to read this book, I would highly recommend it. All of the books and series I have had the chance to read that S.A. Ison has written, I can honestly say that they are right up there as some of my favorite books and she's definitely one of my favorite authors. Her time-travel books are out of this world. You can not go wrong with her books.
Quotes:
"Hours, only friggen hours and it had started."
"It's like all the crazies were set free."
"You are grass. Grass is strong, it bends. Sometimes it is trampled, mowed down. But it keeps coming back, sometimes lusher than before. It grows between things, pushes them out the way or goes around."
June 28, 2023
Very enjoyable!
July 22, 2019
Excellent story
I had this book in my library for absolutely ages and finally Deco to read it. And after reading a few paragraphs I wished it wouldn't end. It was one of the most enjoyable SHT books I've read recently,
I had this book in my library for absolutely ages and finally Deco to read it. And after reading a few paragraphs I wished it wouldn't end. It was one of the most enjoyable SHT books I've read recently,
May 29, 2019
A different EMP story
The story was a little different but very enjoyable with the prison storyline. The characters encounter a number of dangers but it flows well.
The story was a little different but very enjoyable with the prison storyline. The characters encounter a number of dangers but it flows well.
February 10, 2020
Great book
This arthur never disappoints. The character's are interesting and quickly become invested with them. The narrative moves forward at a steady pace with lots of action.
This arthur never disappoints. The character's are interesting and quickly become invested with them. The narrative moves forward at a steady pace with lots of action.
September 14, 2021
Great writing & stories.
Well written. Very captivating and hard to put down. Great stories and hopefully lessons for us all. Want to see a sequel!!!
Well written. Very captivating and hard to put down. Great stories and hopefully lessons for us all. Want to see a sequel!!!
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April 25, 2022walking through Kentucky
at the beginning the characters are too lucky, but the streak runs out as the group walk to a safe farm. they meet all types of violence and evil with the country as bad as the cities. Anyone without a gun is a victim.
at the beginning the characters are too lucky, but the streak runs out as the group walk to a safe farm. they meet all types of violence and evil with the country as bad as the cities. Anyone without a gun is a victim.
September 10, 2021
This had potential to have been a good story. We have guys from prison, but unlike most post-apocalyptic stories, these are only in for non-violent offenses and are pretty good guys. However, there is a lot of focus on romance which seems distracting. There were a lot of editing and writing errors, including the mispelling of characters’ names. The ending was very rushed.
June 3, 2019
Outstanding
Enjoy the book very will put together like to see a follow up book 3 years later see how they are doing
Enjoy the book very will put together like to see a follow up book 3 years later see how they are doing
June 30, 2019
E. M. P. Desolation review
E. M. P. Desolation is a fast paced post apocalyptic E. M. P. survival book written by author S. A. Ison.
E. M. P. Desolation is a fast paced post apocalyptic E. M. P. survival book written by author S. A. Ison.
October 23, 2023
Excellent book
I think this may be my favorite S.A. Ison book! Loved the characters and the story. Filled with so much humor and a lot of affection!
I think this may be my favorite S.A. Ison book! Loved the characters and the story. Filled with so much humor and a lot of affection!
February 1, 2024
Great character!!
I loved this series! Crazy and scary yet tender a d loving, plus dogs! Wish there were more pages to turn!
I loved this series! Crazy and scary yet tender a d loving, plus dogs! Wish there were more pages to turn!
December 26, 2022
a simple, simple book.
At times I was sure I was reading a romance and not a very interesting one at that. This book repeats itself over and over. It should have been half the length.
At times I was sure I was reading a romance and not a very interesting one at that. This book repeats itself over and over. It should have been half the length.
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